However, there are an equal number of underratedNarutoepisodes that many fans overlook their importance or enjoyability.
An underrated episode isn’t nearly talked about enough, whether it isovershadowed, overlooked, or underappreciated.
These episodes may contain exciting moments, essential details, character development, or an entertaining story.
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This list will include episodes fromNarutoandNaruto Shippudenand must maintain a steady pace of quality throughout.
The scaly swordsman remained a mystery until episode 251 ofNaruto Shippuden, titled “The Man Named Kisame.”
It ended with Guy’s victory and Kisame’s death by suicide.
Seeing bothKisame and Guy go all out was pure entertainment, satisfying every hardcore fan waiting for exciting fights.
This episode is also underrated in an underrated arc with underrated characters.
8"Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold!"
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In nostalgic fashion, Kakashi uses the same bell test from their youth to gauge the duo’s strength.
6"You Failed!
Kakashi’s Final Decision" is where the series really gets going.
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The first episode ofNarutois iconic, but many fans are less familiar with the episodes that followed it.
This epic and funny moment was a highlight of the arc, featuringincredible animation and choreography.
It is precisely because of underrated episodes like this one thatfans need to rewatchNaruto.
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The only reason it isn’t higher is that this episode is the least underrated of this bunch.
4"Puppet Fight: 10 vs.
While Naruto and Kakashi are chasing Deidara, “Puppet Fight: 10 vs. features Sakura and Chiyo in an epic duel against Sasori of the Akatsuki.
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As Chiyo controls ten puppets, her grandson has an arsenal of 100, resulting in an intense fight.
This episode is probably thebest fight and moment from Sakura, which, while sad, is riveting nonetheless.
3"The Legacy!”
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Episode 31, “The Legacy!”
shows the aftermath of the Sakura and Chiyo vs. Sasori fight.
With Gaara, the Kazekage, dead, the Village Hidden by the Sand is without a leader.
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However, Naruto and Chiyo team up to revive him.
Unfortunately, this takes Chiyo’s life, but they are able to bring Gaara back to life.
Most fans watchNarutofor the action, worldbuilding, and excitement.
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However, the series also has countless emotional moments that hit fans right in the feels.
Jiraiya’s fate is one of thesaddest deaths in all anime, overshadowing episode 31 and Chiyo’s sacrifice.
This moment was beautiful and touching as Gaara finally witnessed how much he meant to his people.
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It was also heartbreaking as fans saw the last of Lady Chiyo.
2"Start Your Engines: The Chunin Exam Begins!"
Because this arc has so many phenomenal episodes, epic moments often overshadow this one.
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However, episode 24 is underrated because of how it showcases each of the side characters' hidden talents.
The cheating methods areinventive and creative, adding a fascinating depth to the show and its power system.
Exploring their thought processes only gets more interesting and ends with a hilarious plot twist.
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1"Kakashi Hatake, The Hokage!"
However, Sasuke killed Danzo after the Five Kage Summit, leaving the Leaf’s future uncertain.
While there are many underrated andperfectNarutoepisodes, this one was too overlooked, considering its enjoyable content.
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