When to Watch Naruto Movies
11 movies placed in the 720-episode timeline
Naruto films are placed at the point where they fit best. Read each timing note before the movie to avoid premature character or power reveals.
Fast answer
Watch the Naruto movies at the episode checkpoints listed below. The placements protect the main timeline from premature character, costume, and power reveals.
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.
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Complete episode guide with ratings, filler filter, and arc breakdown.
Naruto Filler Guide
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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, which keeps the timeline coherent and avoids spoilers.