Naruto: Shippūden (2007–2017) is the massive, 500-episode sequel to the original Naruto series, following a teenage Naruto Uzumaki as he returns to the Hidden Leaf Village after two years of intense training. Because nearly (episodes not found in the original manga), a guide is essential to avoid getting bogged down in repetitive side stories. Core Arcs & What to Watch
If you want to stick strictly to the main story, the following chunks are safe to bypass according to reviewers from Radio Times and HowStuffWorks : Six-Tails Unleashed (Eps 144–151) Past Arc: The Locus of Konoha (Eps 176–196) Paradise Life on a Boat (Eps 223–242) How to Watch Movies Naruto: ShippГ»denTV Show | 2007
Highly recommended for deep-diving into Kakashi’s dark past. The Last: Naruto the Movie (Watch after ep
The Last: Naruto the Movie (Watch after ep 493) is the only movie that is essential to the canon story. providing critical context for his actions.
Focuses on the life of Itachi Uchiha, providing critical context for his actions.