When to Watch Naruto Movies
11 movies placed in the 720-episode timeline
Each entry is placed where it fits best. Read its format and timing note before continuing so you do not repeat material or jump ahead.
Fast answer
Watch the Naruto movies at the episode checkpoints listed below. Required continuations and optional bonus material are labeled separately.
Naruto Movies 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 in this guide?
There are 11 Naruto movies placed in the episode timeline. Each entry is labeled so you can separate required story from optional material.
Do I need to watch the Naruto movies?
Some Naruto entries are important to the main story, while others are side stories. Check the label and note for each one before deciding.
What order should I watch the 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.