When to Watch Naruto Movies
11 movies placed in the 720-episode timeline
Use this page when you want the cleanest movie placement without guessing where a film fits or risking spoilers.
Naruto Movie Timeline
Each movie listed in episode order with placement context.
Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow
After: “Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold!”
The first Naruto movie. Team 7 is sent on a mission to protect an actress.
Legend of the Stone of Gelel
After: “Tsunade's Warning: Ninja No More!”
Naruto, Shikamaru, and Sakura encounter a mysterious knightly order.
Guardians of the Crescent Moon Kingdom
After: “Hunt or Be Hunted?! Showdown at the O.K. Temple!”
The final original-series movie. Naruto and team protect a spoiled prince.
Naruto Shippuden the Movie
After: “Reunion”
First Shippuden movie. Naruto protects a priestess who can see the future.
Bonds
After: “Orochimaru's Hideout Discovered”
A mysterious group attacks the Hidden Leaf. Naruto teams up with Sasuke.
Will of Fire
After: “Assemble”
Kakashi leaves the village and Naruto rallies to bring him back.
The Lost Tower
After: “Master and Student”
Naruto travels back in time and meets his father, the Fourth Hokage.
Blood Prison
After: “Naruto's School of Revenge”
Naruto is framed and imprisoned in a criminal stronghold.
Road to Ninja
After: “Danzo Shimura”
An alternate-reality story written by Masashi Kishimoto.
The Last
After: “The Man Named Kisame”
Canon movie. Set two years after the war, bridging the gap to Boruto.
Boruto: Naruto the Movie
After: “Road to Sakura”
Canon movie. Follows Naruto's son Boruto during the Chunin Exam.
View the full Naruto watch order
Complete episode guide with ratings, filler filter, and arc breakdown.
Naruto Filler Guide
Complete list of episodes you can skip
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Naruto movies are there?
There are 11 Naruto movies that fit into the main episode timeline. This guide shows exactly when to watch each one.
Do I need to watch Naruto movies?
Some Naruto movies are canon and important to the main story, while others are side stories. Check the notes for each movie below to decide.
What order should I watch Naruto movies?
Watch the Naruto movies in the order listed below — each one is placed after the episode it connects to. This keeps the timeline coherent and avoids spoilers.