• Network: TV Tokyo
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 3, 2002
Season #: 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 130 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 20 out of 130
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  1. Oct 29, 2012
    9
    The first season is most definitely the best out of the whole anime. It has hilarious scenes, but with a very mature plot. Each of the characters have their own different traits, and back stories are slowly revealed. Just simply: Excellent.
  2. Jul 21, 2011
    9
    Fillers aside, Naruto is an exceptionally deep and interesting anime. This is a show that tries to balance the childish (humor) with the mature (plot, characters) and succeeds. The sometimes dark themes never overshadow or bog down the story. Characters are varied, each having their own distinctive appearance and fighting style. The greatest achievement of Naruto is its dedication toFillers aside, Naruto is an exceptionally deep and interesting anime. This is a show that tries to balance the childish (humor) with the mature (plot, characters) and succeeds. The sometimes dark themes never overshadow or bog down the story. Characters are varied, each having their own distinctive appearance and fighting style. The greatest achievement of Naruto is its dedication to character development, giving each one a goal and a purpose. The world in which the show is set is also developed, from customs to equipment, lending authenticity to the world of the show. Though not incredibly original, Naruto is a show that can be enjoyed by anyone who gives it a chance. Expand
  3. Aug 5, 2011
    9
    First season of this anime alone is well worth anyones time, especially if one never saw manga version. Of course next seasons are also great and only fillers are best left out of big picture, tho most are watchable. Definitely a must see for anyone who at least digests anime.
  4. Dec 9, 2012
    10
    This is an awesome anime and Naruto Shippuden is more and more nice I would advice every body to watch it where it talks about a whole life of a boy who is really a good friend.
  5. Jul 28, 2013
    9
    Just a heads up this is a review of the uncut English-dub version of season one, not the original Japanese-dub. From what information I've gathered season one covers a total of 35 episodes, whether this is true or not, or just true of the U.S. run of the show, I do not know, but I will be basing my review off of episodes 1-35. As far as I'm concerned this anime is fantastic. It's the storyJust a heads up this is a review of the uncut English-dub version of season one, not the original Japanese-dub. From what information I've gathered season one covers a total of 35 episodes, whether this is true or not, or just true of the U.S. run of the show, I do not know, but I will be basing my review off of episodes 1-35. As far as I'm concerned this anime is fantastic. It's the story of a young ninja who's viewed as an outcast of society. His only dream is to become the most powerful ninja he can so that others will accept him. Throughout his journey to be the best he fights powerful rivals and forms strong bonds with others. Season 1 does a fantastic job of introducing us to the characters and their world right off the bat without sacrificing the main plotlines. This is extremely impressive of any anime, but Naruto deserves the most praise for it because it has so much going on in it. It continually gets better as it progresses, and it really hits its stride when events revolving around the Chunin exam arc start showing up. This is when more of the phenomenal supporting characters start showing up. It's also when the show takes a dramatic improvement in its animation. The whole theme of the anime is about watching these characters learn, live, and fight while they are yet still growing up. It's emotional, funny, and downright shockingly violent at times considering that the main characters are all just kids. This is a rare anime that can appeal to adults and kids alike. So if you haven't checked out Naruto yet I recommend that you do. Season 1 is fantastic, and it only gets better from there. Expand
  6. Jul 11, 2013
    10
    I watched this series twice under two months.... simply great! Without filler episodes would be even better, but it is still worth 10 points! And one more again: GREAT!!
  7. Feb 4, 2015
    10
    The best anime I've ever seen in my life, Naruto is definitely the king of all!

    Naruto's story is something captivating, holding their attention, and be exciting.
  8. May 12, 2016
    8
    Naruto was not as good as Naruto Shippuden, but it still was good.

    Pros:
    - Great Fights
    - Good Characters
    - Good Backstorys
    - Good Storytelling
    - Good Characters Designs

    Cons:
    - Fillers
    - A little infantilize
  9. May 23, 2017
    9
    Getting the flaws out of the way the animation in the first 80 episodes is a bit of a mixed bag sometimes, and then the barraged of filler episodes, after the sasuke retrieval arc, I don't mind filler but still they could have instead dedicated those last 85 episodes to Narutos training with jiraiya, make its own series, that would have been interesting. But this shows storytelling,Getting the flaws out of the way the animation in the first 80 episodes is a bit of a mixed bag sometimes, and then the barraged of filler episodes, after the sasuke retrieval arc, I don't mind filler but still they could have instead dedicated those last 85 episodes to Narutos training with jiraiya, make its own series, that would have been interesting. But this shows storytelling, characters and fights are exceptional, ands it's a show about ninjas can't go wrong with that. Expand
  10. Oct 6, 2018
    9
    The catching, dynamic debut of the misbehaving, restless but heroic wanna- be hokage. The plot blends in witty way action sequences with humor. Once begin to follow, you wont able to say STOP!
  11. Mar 24, 2017
    10
    this series does what Shippuden cant or wont or doesn't? and thats end correctly and respect direction this show has evolved incredibly and is my favorite series out of the two everything is done masterfully including the shows transition into a more mature series literally this series cant get much better and thats why it earns a perfect score.Nothing turns me off nothing concerns me andthis series does what Shippuden cant or wont or doesn't? and thats end correctly and respect direction this show has evolved incredibly and is my favorite series out of the two everything is done masterfully including the shows transition into a more mature series literally this series cant get much better and thats why it earns a perfect score.Nothing turns me off nothing concerns me and its not like im a fanatic, there is nothing critically wrong with this series besides feeling based opinionated viewpoints from other critics or reviewers.This show truly is perfect in every way a 10/10 no less no more I would say. Expand
  12. Nov 8, 2017
    10
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  13. May 29, 2018
    8
    Arguably one of the greatest opening arcs in shonen anime, this arc not only introduces to fan-favorite characters such as Kakashi and some really great villains in the form of Zabuza and Haku. the series also excels at music as well, with the soundtrack becoming so iconic to anime almost 2 decades later.