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Naruto: Season 1

Poster for Naruto Season 1

52 episodes · first aired Oct 2, 2002

Deep within the Hidden Leaf Village, young ninja Naruto Uzumaki carries sealed inside him the Nine-Tailed Fox Spirit, which once almost destroyed the village. Always an outcast because of his secret, now Naruto battles alongside his teammates Sasuke and Sakura to prove to himself and everyone else that he's the greatest ninja ever. But he's got a long list of challenges to face before he gets there!

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  1. 1 Enter: Naruto Uzumaki! Oct 3, 2002 · 24m · TMDB 7.3 Welcome to the Village Hidden in the Leaves, where deadly serious Ninja roam the landscape and the seriously mischievous Naruto Uzumaki causes trouble everywhere he goes. But when he…
  2. 2 My Name Is Konohamaru! Oct 10, 2002 · 24m · TMDB 7.1 Naruto finally graduates from the Ninja Academy and claims to know it all. Well, at least that what he tells Konohamaru, the Village elder's pint-size grandson. Much to the dismay of…
  3. 3 Sasuke and Sakura: Friends or Foes? Oct 17, 2002 · 24m On the way to becoming a ninja, Naruto must team up with his classmates, the pretty Sakura and the pretty serious Sasuke...
  4. 4 Pass or Fail: Survival Test Oct 24, 2002 · 24m Now that Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura are a team, they meet with their sensei, the enigmatic and aloof Kakashi.
  5. 5 You Failed! Kakashi's Final Decision Oct 31, 2002 · 24m With the threat of failure hanging over their heads, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura try everything they know to pass the grueling survival test.
  6. 6 A Dangerous Mission! Journey to the Land of Waves! Nov 7, 2002 · 24m Tired of doing lame missions, Naruto asks the Hokage to give them something challenging. The Hokage caves and gives them a C-rank mission. They will be bodyguards for a bridge builder. It…
  7. 7 The Assassin of the Mist! Nov 14, 2002 · 24m Naruto and his squad arrive in the Land of the Waves and learn that an evil businessman named Gato has taken over the land.
  8. 8 The Oath of Pain Nov 21, 2002 · 24m With Kakashi captured, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura must defend against Zabuza's attacks. Naruto realizes that working together with Sasuke may be the only way to save Kakashi. Will the…
  9. 9 Kakashi: Sharingan Warrior Nov 28, 2002 · 24m With Kakashi free, the fight between him and Zabuza resumes. Kakashi decides to show Zabuza what the Sharingan is really capable of. Can Kakashi's Sharingan defeat Zabuza? And who is the…
  10. 10 The Forest of Chakra Dec 5, 2002 · 24m With Zabuza gone things are now settling and Tazuna can go and build the bridge without fear. Or so everyone thinks. Kakashi believes something is wrong with Zabuza's death and teaches…
  11. 11 The Land Where a Hero Once Lived Dec 12, 2002 · 24m While Naruto and Sasuke train, Sakura watches over Tazuna. During a nice dinner, Sakura notices a man's face torn from a picture. The man's name was Kaiza, and he was what the country…
  12. 12 Battle on the Bridge! Zabuza Returns! Dec 19, 2002 · 24m Naruto has a dangerous encounter with Haku in the forest, but is Haku there to cause trouble? Naruto and Sasuke better complete their training, as Zabuza is alive and has returned for…
  13. 13 Haku's Secret Jutsu: Crystal Ice Mirrors Dec 26, 2002 · 24m Round two with Zabuza has started, but this time...Zabuza has Haku fighting along side him. Haku and Sasuke go at it with Sasuke falling behind until he manages to get a kick in. Meanwhile…
  14. 14 The Number One Hyperactive, Knucklehead Ninja Joins the Fight! Jan 9, 2003 · 24m Naruto finally joins the battle on the bridge. But when Naruto stupidly gets caught in the middle of Haku's jutsu as well, he and Sasuke must work together to escape. Kakashi is unable to…
  15. 15 Zero Visibility: The Sharingan Shatters Jan 16, 2003 · 24m Naruto and Sasuke continue to fight Haku and are getting beaten bad. After having Naruto try and escape a few times, Sasuke begins to see a pattern. Meanwhile, outside Kakashi and Zabuza…
  16. 16 The Broken Seal Jan 23, 2003 · 24m Naruto and Sasuke continue their rigorous battle against Haku. When Haku targets a vulnerable Naruto, Sasuke risks everything to save him. Seeing his friend lie before him, a powerful…
  17. 17 White Past: Hidden Ambition Jan 30, 2003 · 24m Naruto takes out his rage on Haku, who doesn't stand a chance. However, Naruto realises that Haku is the boy he met back at the forest. Haku tells Naruto the story of his past and asks for…
  18. 18 The Weapons Known as Shinobi Feb 6, 2003 · 24m Kakashi prepares to stop Zabuza once and for all, but Haku has other plans. Zabuza's employer shows up and he's decided to take matters into his own hands...
  19. 19 The Demon in the Snow Feb 13, 2003 · 24m Thinking of Haku, Naruto angrily confronts Zabuza, but he learns that cruel reality is the fate of a ninja.
  20. 20 A New Chapter Begins: The Chunin Exam! Feb 20, 2003 · 24m Naruto and his team return to the Village Hidden in the Leaves after their battle in Land of Waves.
  21. 21 Identify Yourself: Powerful New Rivals Feb 27, 2003 · 24m After the three ninjas take their leave, Sasuke realizes he has a powerful rival out there. The next day, Kakashi announces that he has recommended all of them for the Chuunin Exams. While…
  22. 22 Chunin Challenge: Rock Lee vs. Sasuke! Mar 6, 2003 · 24m Rock Lee challenges Sasuke to a one-on-one fight. Naruto grows angry and attacks him, only to be beaten in one attack. Sasuke realizes the challenge and eagerly accepts. But will Sasuke be…
  23. 23 Genin Takedown! All Nine Rookies Face Off! Mar 13, 2003 · 24m A reunion of all the rookies isn't a very happy one, as all of them prepare to take the Chuunin Exam. With so many rivals around, Naruto's team will need help from a fellow ninja named…
  24. 24 Start Your Engines: The Chunin Exam Begins! Mar 20, 2003 · 24m The first test of the Chuunin Exam is just that, a written test. When Ibiki issues a strict set of rules, Naruto fails to realize the true objective of the test. Can Naruto realize the…
  25. 25 The Tenth Question: All or Nothing! Mar 27, 2003 · 24m Ibiki declares what seems like a harsh and unreasonable rule for the hardest part of the first exam.
  26. 26 Special Report: Live from the Forest of Death! Apr 2, 2003 · 24m Konohamaru, the grandson of Leaf Village's Third Hokage, shows up at the Chunin Exam site. He comes along with Moegi and Udon to cover the events for the Ninja Academy's school newspaper…
  27. 27 The Chunin Exam Stage 2: The Forest of Death Apr 2, 2003 · 24m The second exam is about to begin, and every ninja must sign a form so that their team can get either the Heaven or Earth Scroll. The goal is to get one of each scroll and make it to the…
  28. 28 Eat or Be Eaten: Panic in the Forest Apr 9, 2003 · 24m To prevent further problems, Sasuke thinks up a password to determine friend from foe, but will it be that simple? Meanwhile Naruto has his hands full with a giant snake. Can he handle…
  29. 29 Naruto's Counterattack: Never Give In! Apr 16, 2003 · 24m Sasuke is about to give up and give their scroll to the enemy, when Naruto stops him and accuses him of being a fake. Naruto then turns his attention to the Grass Ninja.... The battle is…
  30. 30 The Sharingan Revived: Dragon-Flame Jutsu! Apr 23, 2003 · 24m Sasuke is still stuck in his trance and even Sakura's pleas can't get him back to normal. Meanwhile, Anko searches for the grass ninja fake. When the team appear to get the upper hand the…
  31. 31 Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection! Apr 30, 2003 · 24m Since Sakura was the only one who did not get injured in the previous battle she must watch over and protect her teammates. Unknown to her though, there are enemies watching from the…
  32. 32 Sakura Blossoms! May 7, 2003 · 24m Lee in his weakened state is having trouble defeating Dosu. Sakura realises everyone has been protecting her until now and that its her time to protect them! Can Sakura succeed where even…
  33. 33 Battle Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho! May 14, 2003 · 24m With Sakura defeated and facing certain death, more reinforcements step into the fray. However, they sense an even bigger level of power, and its not coming from the sound trio! Meanwhile…
  34. 34 Akamaru Trembles: Gaara's Cruel Strength! May 21, 2003 · 24m Kiba, Shino, and Hinata decide to try and eliminate their opponents by taking more scrolls. They arrive upon a battlefield where three Rain ninjas are battling Gaara, Kankuro, and Temari…
  35. 35 The Scroll's Secret: No Peeking Allowed May 28, 2003 · 24m To heal their wounds, Naruto and his team take a much-needed rest after their battle against the Sound ninja. But it has already been four days since the start of the exam and there is…
  36. 36 Clone vs. Clone: Mine Are Better Than Yours! Jun 4, 2003 · 24m Naruto's team joins Kabuto on their journey to the tower, but on the way, they are trapped by the genjutsu (illusion technique) of the Hidden Rain Village's genin (low rank ninja), Oboro's…
  37. 37 Surviving the Cut! The Rookie Nine Together Again! Jun 11, 2003 · 24m The exam is over, but did they truly pass? An old friend arrives to explain and show his concern. Meanwhile, Anko informs the ANBU about Orochimaru, the S-Class criminal who even they…
  38. 38 Narrowing the Field: Sudden Death Elimination! Jun 18, 2003 · 24m With so many participants still left, the groups are told that they will be pitted against each other in preliminary matches. Kabuto leaves, then Sasuke is told he has to fight. They know…
  39. 39 Bushy Brow's Jealousy: Barrage of Lions Unleashed! Jul 2, 2003 · 24m The preliminaries of the third exam consist of one-on-one combat, and the first match is between Sasuke and Orochimaru's minion Yoroi.
  40. 40 Kakashi and Orochimaru: Face-to-Face! Jul 9, 2003 · 24m While Shino and Zaku finish their fight, Kakashi works on Sasuke's cursed seal. However, someone sinister shows up to ruin things, will Kakashi be able to protect Sasuke from this skilled…
  41. 41 Kunoichi Rumble: The Rivals Get Serious! Jul 16, 2003 · 24m Kankuro takes on Kabuto's teammate, Misumi, in a quick battle, proving how tough the Sand ninja really are. However, the real match comes when Sakura and Ino are pitted against one another!
  42. 42 The Ultimate Battle: Cha! Jul 23, 2003 · 24m Sakura and Ino prepare to settle the score once and for all! However, when Sakura becomes the victim of Ino's Mind-Body Switch Justu, will she be forced to give up the match?
  43. 43 Killer Kunoichi and a Shaky Shikamaru Jul 30, 2003 · 24m Temari of the Sand Village battles against Tenten from the Leaf Village. After the battle its Shikamaru's turn, but can he defeat an opponent who has already seen his moves once before?
  44. 44 Akamaru Unleashed! Who's Top Dog Now? Aug 6, 2003 · 24m The match between Kiba and Naruto kicks off, with Kiba immediately proving he has the upper hand in the battle. Everyone still believes Naruto is the weak ninja he's always been, everyone…
  45. 45 Surprise Attack! Naruto's Secret Weapon! Aug 13, 2003 · 24m The battle between Naruto and Kiba draws to a close, with each of them giving it everything they've got. After being tricked by Naruto, Kiba can no longer rely on Akamaru's help. Naruto…
  46. 46 Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold! Aug 20, 2003 · 24m Kiba alerts Hinata, as he's being taken away, that there are only a few fighters left. He warns her that if she fights Gaara, she has to give up immediately or she could be killed. He also…
  47. 47 A Failure Stands Tall! Aug 27, 2003 · 24m Hinata will not give up so easily, especially with Naruto watching her. Will Hinata be willing to give up her own life in order to prove herself, or will the match be stopped before Neji…
  48. 48 Gaara vs. Rock Lee: The Power of Youth Explodes! Sep 3, 2003 · 24m The second-to-last match finally arrives! Rock Lee must face down the mysterious and dangerous Gaara, a ninja who is said to have never been truly injured in a fight before.
  49. 49 Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu! Sep 10, 2003 · 24m As the battle between Lee and Gaara continues, Gai remembers how hard Lee used to train and how Lee has pretty much no ninjutsu or genjutsu skills. Lee is also a dropout, like Naruto. In…
  50. 50 The Fifth Gate: A Splendid Ninja Is Born Sep 17, 2003 · 24m The match between Gaara and Lee draws to an end as Lee unleashes his ultimate move. But will even this be enough to defeat Gaara? Even if Lee does make it out in one piece, even more…
  51. 51 A Shadow in the Darkness: Danger Approaches Sasuke Sep 24, 2003 · 24m As Chouji faces off against Dosu, Orochimaru gives an order for Kabuto to abduct Sasuke. He also tells Kabuto that if he wants to stop him, he'll have to kill Sasuke. As Kabuto approaches…
  52. 52 Ebisu Returns: Naruto's Toughest Training Yet! Oct 1, 2003 · 24m Naruto wants Kakashi to train him, but Kakashi has other plans. Ebisu arrives to an unhappy Naruto and makes a deal with him. If Naruto can get away from Ebisu, he'll make Kakashi train…