Naruto: Season 1
- 2002
- 52 episodes
- 24m
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!
Season 1 of Naruto premiered on October 3, 2002 and has 52 episodes, from "Enter: Naruto Uzumaki!" to "Ebisu Returns: Naruto's Toughest Training Yet!". The last episode aired on October 1, 2003.
Where to watch Naruto
In the United States, you can stream Naruto on Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Crunchyroll. It is also free on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home and Pluto TV. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It is on streaming services in 84 countries.
Episodes
Episode 1Enter: Naruto Uzumaki!Aired October 3, 2002
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 steals the ancient scroll of sealing, he unleashes a rare power rarely seen in a 12-year-old boy!
Episode 2My Name Is Konohamaru!Aired October 10, 2002
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 Ebisu, Konohamaru's teacher and mentor, Naruto teaches him the hormonally lethal "Sexy Jutsu!"
Episode 3Sasuke and Sakura: Friends or Foes?Aired October 17, 2002
On the way to becoming a ninja, Naruto must team up with his classmates, the pretty Sakura and the pretty serious Sasuke...
Episode 4Pass or Fail: Survival TestAired October 24, 2002
Now that Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura are a team, they meet with their sensei, the enigmatic and aloof Kakashi.
Episode 5You Failed! Kakashi's Final DecisionAired October 31, 2002
With the threat of failure hanging over their heads, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura try everything they know to pass the grueling survival test.
Episode 6A Dangerous Mission! Journey to the Land of Waves!Aired November 7, 2002
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 appears to be a simple mission, until the group is attacked by something more than common thugs...other ninja!
Episode 7The Assassin of the Mist!Aired November 14, 2002
Naruto and his squad arrive in the Land of the Waves and learn that an evil businessman named Gato has taken over the land.
Episode 8The Oath of PainAired November 21, 2002
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 combined effort of the two be enough to free Kakashi and defeat Zabuza?
Episode 9Kakashi: Sharingan WarriorAired November 28, 2002
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 mysterious person watching the fight?
Episode 10The Forest of ChakraAired December 5, 2002
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 Naruto, Sakura, and Sasuke a way to train so they could better use their chakra. Is Zabuza really dead?
Episode 11The Land Where a Hero Once LivedAired December 12, 2002
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 called...a "hero". What happened to cause Inari so much pain?
Episode 12Battle on the Bridge! Zabuza Returns!Aired December 19, 2002
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 round 2. Will Kakashi, Sasuke, and Sakura be able to defeat the Demon of the Mist? And, can Naruto arrive in time to help out?
Episode 13Haku's Secret Jutsu: Crystal Ice MirrorsAired December 26, 2002
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 Naruto deals with some of Gato's henchmen. Back at the bridge Haku uses his secret jutsu, Demonic Ice Mirrors. What does this jutsu hold in store for Sasuke? Will Naruto make it to the bridge in time and save Tsunami and Inari as well?
Episode 14The Number One Hyperactive, Knucklehead Ninja Joins the Fight!Aired January 9, 2003
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 help them, as he must deal with Zabuza to protect Sakura and Tazuna. How will the two escape from the ice mirrors without any help?
Episode 15Zero Visibility: The Sharingan ShattersAired January 16, 2003
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 begin their fight. Can Naruto and Sasuke escape from Haku's jutsu? What plan does Zabuza have to defeat the Sharingan?
Episode 16The Broken SealAired January 23, 2003
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 force awakens inside Naruto. Has Kyubi been set free. If so, can anyone stop him?
Episode 17White Past: Hidden AmbitionAired January 30, 2003
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 Naruto to do him one favour..... Will Naruto do the one thing he could never do just as Haku wishes?
Episode 18The Weapons Known as ShinobiAired February 6, 2003
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...
Episode 19The Demon in the SnowAired February 13, 2003
Thinking of Haku, Naruto angrily confronts Zabuza, but he learns that cruel reality is the fate of a ninja.
Episode 20A New Chapter Begins: The Chunin Exam!Aired February 20, 2003
Naruto and his team return to the Village Hidden in the Leaves after their battle in Land of Waves.
Episode 21Identify Yourself: Powerful New RivalsAired February 27, 2003
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 Naruto and Sasuke are pleased, Sakura is afraid of letting everyone down. Also, someone decides they aren't ready and decides to test their abilities.
Episode 22Chunin Challenge: Rock Lee vs. Sasuke!Aired March 6, 2003
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 defeated just as easily by this mysterious ninja? Sasuke's only advantage seems to be his Sharingan, but what happens when not even that will work?
Episode 23Genin Takedown! All Nine Rookies Face Off!Aired March 13, 2003
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 Kabuto to know what they're up against. Will the group be able to last through the exam?
Episode 24Start Your Engines: The Chunin Exam Begins!Aired March 20, 2003
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 truth before time runs out? And what about the tenth question?
Episode 25The Tenth Question: All or Nothing!Aired March 27, 2003
Ibiki declares what seems like a harsh and unreasonable rule for the hardest part of the first exam.
Episode 26Special Report: Live from the Forest of Death!Aired April 2, 2003
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. Konohamaru looks up to Naruto like an older brother and through interviews with the characters, recaps their adventures thus far.
Episode 27The Chunin Exam Stage 2: The Forest of DeathAired April 2, 2003
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 tower in five days.
Episode 28Eat or Be Eaten: Panic in the ForestAired April 9, 2003
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 this on his own and what about Sasuke and Sakura, can they survive the ordeal?
Episode 29Naruto's Counterattack: Never Give In!Aired April 16, 2003
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 intense and when the Grass Ninja appears to get the upper hand, can Sasuke muster up the courage to fight?
Episode 30The Sharingan Revived: Dragon-Flame Jutsu!Aired April 23, 2003
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 question begs to be asked. Are the ninja truly defeated, or is there more to them than meets the eye?
Episode 31Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!Aired April 30, 2003
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 trees.... They attack, but a friend arrives to help. Will it be enough?
Episode 32Sakura Blossoms!Aired May 7, 2003
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 Lee failed?
Episode 33Battle Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!Aired May 14, 2003
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 Sasuke wakes up with an ominous dark aura surrounding him and the mysterious seal spreading over his body. He has but one goal....make his enemies pay!
Episode 34Akamaru Trembles: Gaara's Cruel Strength!Aired May 21, 2003
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. They remain hidden and observe the battle, thinking one of the Rain ninjas is a dangerous foe. After realizing Gaara's amazing abilities, they discover who is the really the dangerous one, and will be lucky if they can sneak away with their lives!
Episode 35The Scroll's Secret: No Peeking AllowedAired May 28, 2003
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 only one day remaining until time expires.
Episode 36Clone vs. Clone: Mine Are Better Than Yours!Aired June 4, 2003
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 team.
Episode 37Surviving the Cut! The Rookie Nine Together Again!Aired June 11, 2003
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 cannot stop. Later the Third Hokage explains to everyone what the third exam truly means....
Episode 38Narrowing the Field: Sudden Death Elimination!Aired June 18, 2003
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 that Sasuke was given the cursed seal and if it takes over they will stop him. Can Sasuke stop the seal from taking over again and still win?
Episode 39Bushy Brow's Jealousy: Barrage of Lions Unleashed!Aired July 2, 2003
The preliminaries of the third exam consist of one-on-one combat, and the first match is between Sasuke and Orochimaru's minion Yoroi.
Episode 40Kakashi and Orochimaru: Face-to-Face!Aired July 9, 2003
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 foe?
Episode 41Kunoichi Rumble: The Rivals Get Serious!Aired July 16, 2003
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!
Episode 42The Ultimate Battle: Cha!Aired July 23, 2003
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?
Episode 43Killer Kunoichi and a Shaky ShikamaruAired July 30, 2003
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?
Episode 44Akamaru Unleashed! Who's Top Dog Now?Aired August 6, 2003
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 except for Hinata, Kakashi, and Sakura. Now it's Naruto's time to shine, and this time...everyone will be watching him!
Episode 45Surprise Attack! Naruto's Secret Weapon!Aired August 13, 2003
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 decides now is the time to release his new jutsu, only Kiba won't give him time to prepare it!
Episode 46Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold!Aired August 20, 2003
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 tells her to give up if paired against Neji, because Neji already has issues with her. Just then, the board shows the next fight...Hinata vs. Neji. Just how far will Hinata go to prove herself?
Episode 47A Failure Stands Tall!Aired August 27, 2003
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 can connect a killing move?
Episode 48Gaara vs. Rock Lee: The Power of Youth Explodes!Aired September 3, 2003
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.
Episode 49Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!Aired September 10, 2003
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 order to defeat Gaara, Lee will have to use the move Gai forbade him to use.
Episode 50The Fifth Gate: A Splendid Ninja Is BornAired September 17, 2003
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 shocking news awaits him.
Episode 51A Shadow in the Darkness: Danger Approaches SasukeAired September 24, 2003
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 Sasuke, he hesitates on what to do. His spy cover is soon blown though, as Kakashi appears on the scene. Will Kakashi save Sasuke from Kabuto's grasp?
Episode 52Ebisu Returns: Naruto's Toughest Training Yet!Aired October 1, 2003
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 him. Naruto decides to accept Ebisu's challenge, but can he win?
Season cast
Junko TakeuchiNaruto Uzumaki (voice)
Noriaki SugiyamaSasuke Uchiha (voice)
Chie NakamuraSakura Haruno (voice)
Kazuhiko InoueKakashi Hatake (voice)
Hidekatsu ShibataHiruzen Sarutobi (3º Hokage) (voice)
Koichi TochikaNeji Hyuga (voice)
Masashi EbaraMight Guy (voice)
Yōichi MasukawaRock Lee (voice)
Yukari TamuraTenten (voice)
Ryoka YuzukiIno Yamanaka (voice)
Unsho IshizukaZabuza Momochi
Showtaro MorikuboShikamaru Nara (voice)