Naruto Shippūden: Season 20
2015 · 87 episodes · ★ 8.1
S20 • Infinite Tsukuyomi: The Invocation
What Season 20 of Naruto Shippūden
The season opens with Naruto and Sasuke badly wounded after Madara rips the Three-Tails Beast from Naruto. Kakashi joins a Obito who has already come to his senses to face off against Madara. The enemy has gathered the power of the Six Paths, so Gai will have to resort to the dangerous Eight Inner Gates Formation. The episodes mix the battle with flashbacks to the childhood of Gai, Kakashi and Obito. When Madara unleashes Infinite Tsukuyomi, everyone is trapped in a world of dreams, and Tenten, Karin and Killer Bee are among the characters affected.
Season 20 Episodes
20x414 On the Brink of Death
After his Tailed Beast is extracted, Naruto is on the verge of dying. Sakura desperately tries to save him, but Naruto's heart gives out.
Directing: Akira Shimizu · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x415 The Two Mangekyo
Madara has transformed into the Jinchuriki of the Ten Tails and appears before Kakashi. Kakashi and the others combine their powers to attack, but they are no match for Madara..
Directed by Atsushi Nigorikawa · Written by Shin Yoshida
20x416 The Formation of Team Minato
Kakashi has changed for the worse, and Obito doesn't know why. He runs into Kakashi and tries to talk to him, but Kakashi gives him the cold shoulder.
Directing: Kazuya Iwata · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x417 You'll Be My Backup
Obito doesn’t understand Kakashi's way of thinking, but he finally learns why Kakashi put his mission first that time at Kannabi Bridge. Presently, Obito and Kakashi return together to confront Madara.
Directing: Tokuji Kaneko · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x418 The Wild Green Beast vs. Six Paths Madara
Guy releases his Eight Inner Gates against Madara, but the Seventh Gate of Shock does not work against him!
Directing: Takuma Suzuki · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki
20x419 Papa's Youth
Dai counsels his forlorn son, telling him what true victory and setting self-rules are about. They become principles that Guy carves deep into his heart. With his father's teachings spurring him on, Guy sets out on his final battle.
Directing: Kentarou Fujita · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki
20x420 The Eight Inner Gates Formation
Guy activates the Eight Inner Gates Formation and relentlessly attacks Six Paths Madara. Even Madara, who has attained power strong enough to create huge fissures in the ground, tries to dodge Guy's direct attacks.
Directing: Masayuki Yamada · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x421 The Sage of the Six Paths
Naruto wakes up and encounters the legendary shinobi, the Sage of Six Paths. He reveals to Naruto that he is the reincarnation of his son, Ashura, and that Sasuke is the reincarnation of Indra, Ashura's older brother.
Directed by: Kazunori Mizuno · Written by: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x422 The Ones Who Will Inherit
It’s been three years since Naruto set out to train with Jiraiya, and he's just returned to the Hidden Leaf Village. Konohamaru immediately begs Naruto to teach him a new jutsu and he starts to go over the basics...but his explanations are very vague. Soon after, Naruto sets out on a mission, leaving Konohamaru to figure it out alone!
Directing: Takuma Suzuki · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x423 Naruto's Rival
It’s been three years since Naruto set out to train with Jiraiya, and he's just returned to the Hidden Leaf Village. Konohamaru immediately begs Naruto to teach him a new jutsu and he starts to go over the basics...but his explanations are very vague. Soon after, Naruto sets out on a mission, leaving Konohamaru to figure it out alone!
Directing: Akira Shimizu · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x424 To Rise Up
Madara sustains serious damage from the Eight Inner Gates Formation, the move Guy risks his life for.
Directing: Tomokazu Iwasaki · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki
20x425 The Infinite Dream
Madara now possesses the Rinnegan in both eyes, and he is the strongest, most despicable enemy the newly reunited Team 7 has ever faced. Kakashi calls upon Team 7 to recall their first lesson with the bells, and to use teamwork!
Directing: Kazuya Iwata, Ayataka Tanemura · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x426 The Infinite Tsukuyomi
Madara activates the Infinite Tsukuyomi, and anyone exposed to the light of the full moon--including shinobi and ordinary citizens--loses consciousness. Once ensnared, there is no escape from the Infinite Tsukuyomi. Will mankind be destined to live in a dreamworld forever?
Directing: Sumito Sasaki · Writing: Hideto Tanaka
20x427 Road to Tenten ~The World of Dreams
Tenten falls under the Infinite Tsukuyomi and wakes up in the Hidden Leaf Village. When Lee and Guy Sensei appear, Tenten is relieved to see that she is not alone. But her joy is short-lived, as both men act oddly and are dressed stylishly—just where has she been transported to?
Directing: Hiroyuki Tsuchiya · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x428 Road to Tenten ~ Where Tenten Belongs
Tenten falls under the Infinite Tsukuyomi and wakes up in the Hidden Leaf Village. When Lee and Guy Sensei appear, Tenten is relieved to see that she is not alone. But her joy is short-lived, as both men act oddly and are dressed stylishly—just where has she been transported to?
Directing: Masayuki Yamada · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x429 Killer Bee's Rap Chronicles: Scroll of Heaven
Killer Bee gets caught in the Infinite Tsukuyomi and begins dreaming. In his dream, Jinchuriki are being stripped of their Tailed Beast powers by the Akatsuki. Bee is determined to rescue those who have been captured, and vows to resist the Akatsuki who are coming after him!
Directing: Yoshinobu Tokumoto · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x430 Killer Bee's Rap Chronicles: Scroll of Earth
The Akatsuki summoned the Ten Tails, but the Princess of Rappu Castle sealed it away safely. Unfortunately, the seal will come undone on the next full moon. Now Killer Bee is determined to gather the power of all nine Jinchuriki before the next full moon and protect the princess. But one by one, adversaries who want to stop Bee appear, beginning with Itachi and Deidara, then Orochimaru, Kabuto and Sasuke!
Directed by: Kazunori Mizuno · Written by: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x431 To See That Smile, Just One More Time
Karin is caught within the Infinite Tsukuyomi and dreams of her past. She was born into the Uzumaki Clan and has the unique ability to heal anyone who bites into her. Driven out of her village, the Hidden Grass takes her in, only to use her for this ability. Karin has no choice but to endure constant suffering in order to survive. She is later chosen to enter the Chunin Exams, where Sasuke saves her life. Karin has never forgotten what he did for her—or his smile.
Directing: Kiyoshi Murayama · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x432 The Loser Ninja
With the exception of Naruto’s Team 7, which is protected by the Susano’o, all other shinobi have been swept into a dream world by the Infinite Tsukuyomi. Even the Hokage, Tsunade, has fallen into a dream state. She awakens to find herself in the Leaf Village, where she discovers Jiraiya's final book, entitled "Jiraiya Ninja Scrolls," and begins to read...
Directing: Akira Shimizu · Writing: Junki Takegami
20x433 The Search Mission
Tsunade continues to read Jiraiya’s novel. Chunin- and jonin-level ninja have gone missing, and the Fourth Hokage, Minato, orders a search mission with teams of genin led by Guy and Kurenai. Kakashi’s Team 7 is also dispatched, but the hero Naruto Uzumaki, despite being the Hokage’s son, has the misfortune of being labeled a loser.
Directing: Maki Kodaira · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x434 Team Jiraiya
Tsunade continues to read Jiraiya’s novel. Chunin- and jonin-level ninja have gone missing, and the Fourth Hokage, Minato, orders a search mission with teams of genin led by Guy and Kurenai. Kakashi’s Team 7 is also dispatched, but the hero Naruto Uzumaki, despite being the Hokage’s son, has the misfortune of being labeled a loser.
Directing: Takuma Suzuki · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x435 Order of Priority
Team Jiraiya, Shikamaru, and his Leaf teammates are lured into a mysterious village during their battle. A couple children from the village get caught in the crossfire and fall into a cave-in. Yahiko’s team rushes to the rescue, but Shikamaru doesn’t budge. Meanwhile, Naruto and Neji’s teams rendezvous, but a mysterious voice addresses them out of nowhere!
Directing: Kazuya Iwata · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x436 The Masked Man
The Masked Man shows Neji and Naruto images of past incidents that occurred in the Leaf Village. Meanwhile, Shikamaru and friends join up with Team Jiraiya to rescue the children. After fighting side by side with the Leaf, Yahiko and the others seem to have a change of heart.
Directing: Ayataka Tanemura · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Yuka Miyata, Junki Takegami
20x437 The Sealed Power
The Masked Man is satisfied that the Hidden Leaf Genin chose the importance of life over their mission, but orders his team to continue their surveillance. Meanwhile, Naruto is frustrated at his inabilities, and recalls why his father Minato sealed the Nine Tails inside of him.
Directing: Masayuki Yamada · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x438 The Rules or a Comrade?
Sasuke and Sakura join up with the others, but the Puppet User appears and blocks their path back to the Hidden Leaf Village. Sasuke wants to bring down the puppets and rush back to report to the Fourth Hokage, but Shikamaru and the others insist on staying and rescuing the jonin.
Directing: Kiyoshi Murayama · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x439 Child of the Prophecy
Jiraiya weakens the seal on the Nine Tails in order to help Naruto learn how to control the Tailed Beast's power. Jiraiya recalls the words spoken to him years ago by the Great Lord Elder. He told Jiraiya that he would have a student, and that his guidance would decide whether the student would save the Ninja World or destroy it.
Directing: Shinnosuke Imagawa · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x440 The Caged Bird
Naruto joins up with the rest of his comrades, and together they overcome the puppet attack. The masked man witnesses this and is convinced there is a future for the young shinobi. He promises to release the kidnapped jonin and begins to explain the truth, and the situation behind his motives.
Directing: Kazunori Mizuno · Writing: Junki Takegami
20x441 Returning Home
Naruto’s strength is recognized by his fellow genin, except Sasuke. But while Naruto enjoys a close relationship with his father, Sasuke’s father, Fugaku, constantly compares Sasuke with his older brother Itachi and barely pays attention to him…
Directing: Toshihiro Maeya · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x442 The Mutual Path
Sasuke takes his frustrations out on Naruto and the two begin to fight, this time with their respective new jutsu. Minato steps in just before it turns into a disaster. From this encounter, Sasuke realizes that he is nowhere equal to Naruto in strength and joins the Leaf Police Force, determined to beat him one day.
Directing: Maki Kodaira · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x443 The Difference in Power
Three years have passed since Sasuke joined the Leaf Police Force, and he's now lieutenant. But his abusive Police Force has only increased anxiety within the village, and the Uchiha remain in poor regard. Now that his training with Jiraiya has ended, Naruto returns to Hidden Leaf Village and has an explosive encounter with Sasuke in the middle of town!
Directing: Yasuhiro Akamatsu · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x444 Leaving the Village
Sasuke leaves the village in order to obtain power from Orochimaru. Naruto and his friends learn that Sasuke is in danger and decide to go after him. To keep this a secret, only Naruto and Shikamaru set out on this mission, but on the way the duo are accosted by masked ANBU shinobi!
Directing: Kazuya Iwata · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki
20x445 The Pursuer
The Anbu who attack Naruto and Shikamaru are agents sent by Danzo, who had promised Orochimaru that he would deliver Sasuke safely to him. Luckily, Neji, Lee and Tenten rush to their aid in the nick of time! Meanwhile, Hiruko reveals the truth behind the incident involving Hizashi
Directing: Ayataka Tanemura · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x446 The Collision
Naruto reaches the tower Sasuke was heading for, thanks to Neji, Lee and Tenten deterring the agents from the Foundation. But it's too late—Sasuke's already made contact with Orochimaru! Naruto passionately tries to reason with Sasuke, but ultimately their powers collide!
Directing: Masayuki Yamada · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki
20x447 Another Moon
Sasuke has left with Orochimaru, but Naruto is not about to give up. Determined to bring Sasuke back, he returns to the village with Shikamaru and the others. Meanwhile, Yahiko appears in the village, calling himself “Pain" and seeking revenge for the Hidden Leaf’s betrayal.
Directing: Toshihiro Maeya · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki, Junki Takegami
20x448 Comrade
Seeing Hinata almost die triggers Naruto’s anger and he goes into Nine Tails State. Naruto's power is enormous, but Pain releases his jutsu to seal him away. Hatred consumes Naruto as he tries to break the seal. With Naruto unable to calmly control the Nine Tails’ power, the village steadily heads toward destruction.
Directing: Kiyoshi Murayama · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki
20x449 The Shinobi Unite
Several months after Pain’s attack, Jiraiya arrives with intel regarding the Akatsuki, who are attacking shinobi villages and kidnapping their Kage and jonin. He also reveals that Sasuke is working with them. Naruto is determined to bring his friend and comrade Sasuke back, once and for all!
Directing: Yuuji Yanase · Writing: Junki Takegami
20x450 Rivals
Naruto wants to bring Sasuke back to the village, but Sasuke burns with a desire to bring Naruto down. Why is Sasuke so confrontational, and how did his feelings toward Naruto develop? The truth rises to the surface during Sasuke’s relentless attack. Where will this battle lead? Find out in the conclusion of the “Jiraiya Ninja Scrolls.”
Directing: Kazunori Mizuno · Writing: Yasuyuki Suzuki
20x451 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Birth and Death
The shinobi under Madara’s Infinite Tsukuyomi continue to slumber and have pleasant dreams. Meanwhile, Naruto and the others have escaped the genjutsu, thanks to Sasuke’s protective Susano’o. As Sasuke starts remembering the death of Itachi, his Sharingan starts to resonate and show him the truth that Itachi never spoke a word of.
Directing: Kazuya Iwata · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x452 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: The Genius
Having experienced the Great Ninja War as a young child, Itachi constantly questions the meaning the life and death, distancing him from other children his age. Soon after entering the Academy, Itachi exhibits his genius and finds himself at the top of his class.
Directing: Norihiko Nagahama · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x453 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: The Pain of Living
Upon graduating from the Academy, Itachi becomes a genin and joins a team that includes Tenma, Shinko, and their Jonin Leader, Minazuki Sensei. They accept a mission from Granny Cat to look for a missing feline who's a skilled Ninja Cat!
Directing: Maki Kodaira · Writing: Masahiro Hikokubo
20x454 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Shisui's Request
Itachi accompanies his friend Shisui on a three-part training exercise. The two come across a battle between the Hokage’s ANBU and the Foundation. Itachi is confused by their motives and can't discern which side is right or wrong. But Shisui is unwavering in his determination to stop the fighting.
Directing: Yusuke Onoda · Writing: Masahiro Hikokubo
20x455 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Moonlit Night
Itachi joins the ANBU and is quickly promoted to captain. But he must report directly to Danzo, and is placed as a double agent to observe the Uchiha clan, who are in the midst of planning a coup d’état. With dissatisfaction rising within the clan, the Uchiha ultimately decide to carry out their revolt, and the fateful night approaches.
Directing: Masahiko Murata · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x456 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: The Darkness of the Akatsuki
Itachi becomes a rogue ninja and joins the Akatsuki. He is welcomed and introduced by Pain and Orochimaru as the ex-Leaf ANBU and the man who massacred his entire clan. Itachi is paired up with a man named Juzo, and their first job together is to fulfill an assassination request in the Land of Water.
Directing: Kiyoshi Murayama · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x457 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Partner
Itachi is partnered with Kisame and begins his missions as a member of the Akatsuki. The duo succeeds in recruiting Deidara, so Pain assigns the newly formed team of Deidara and Sasori to hunt down the deserter Orochimaru. Meanwhile, intel comes in about an immortal killer, so Itachi, Konan and Kakuzu head out to the Land of Steam.
Directing: Shougo Arai · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x458 Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Truth
Itachi confronts Sasuke, who for years bore the shame and anger that Itachi brought upon their clan. The truth behind Itachi’s story comes to light. Back on the battlefield of the Fourth Great Ninja War, Naruto and the others fight Madara, and just as he is declaring his victory, something unexpected occurs...
Directing: Masayuki Yamada · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x459 She Of The Beginning
Kaguya Otsutsuki suddenly emerges from Madara’s body. She is the mother of Hagoromo, the Sage of the Six Paths who entrusted his powers to Naruto and Sasuke. Kaguya’s power is immense and instantly sends Naruto and Sasuke to an alternate dimension. Naruto and Sasuke are the only ones who can seal away Kaguya, but they can’t find a jutsu that works against her!
Directing: Hisashi Ishii · Writing: Masahiro Hikokubo
20x460 Kaguya Otsutsuki
Kaguya Otsutsuki suddenly descends from the heavens as the people of the Land of Sou look on in surprise and suspicion. But their king, Tenji, is enthralled by her and takes her for his concubine. In this age of endless war, Kaguya wishes for nothing but peace. But as the self-proclaimed protector of the Divine Tree, she soon finds herself engulfed by the tides of chaos and war.
Directed by Kazunori Mizuno · Written by Shin Yoshida
20x461 Hagoromo and Hamura
Near the Divine Tree is an area known as the Peak of Demise. No one is allowed to go near it, except those chosen by Kaguya to undergo a ritual she has established. Gamamaru, a Sage Toad, says the truth lies beyond the peak—those words stir Hagoromo’s curiosity, and he decides to head out to investigate.
Directing: Naoki Horiuchi · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x462 A Fabricated Past
Kaguya is furious that Hagoromo has broken the law. Hagoromo finds out what Kaguya did in the past and makes up his mind to fight her. Knowing nothing about her, Hagoromo cannot trust her—he wonders if the love and the despair she experienced are the sole cause of her anger. Unable to reach an understanding, mother and sons begin their long, sad battle.
Directing: Ayataka Tanemura · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x463 The No. 1 Most Unpredictable Ninja
Black Zetsu reveals that he masterminded and influenced all the events from the end of Ashura and Indra's era to the current Fourth Great Ninja War. Naruto rejects Black Zetsu’s claim that the entire history of shinobi was solely for the resurrection of his mother, Kaguya. Naruto and Sasuke work together to seal away Kaguya, but they can't find a way to counter her.
Directing: Toshiro Fujii · Writing: Masahiro Hikokubo
20x464 Ninshu: The Ninja Creed
The Infinite Tsukuyomi does not affect Hashirama, Tobirama, Hiruzen and Minato because they are reanimated. Hagoromo, the Sage of the Six Paths, appears and explains to the four that Hashirama and Madara are the reincarnations of his sons Ashura and Indra. Hagoromo recounts the tale of how he founded Ninshu, the Ninja Creed, and about the lives of Ashura and Indra.
Directing: Kiyoshi Murayama · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x465 Ashura and Indra
Hagoromo's two sons, Ashura and Indra, share a happy childhood, training and playing together. Indra is naturally gifted with great talent, and at a tender age is nicknamed the “genius of Ninshu.” On the other hand, Ashura has no aptitude for Ninshu. Still, the two boys are very close. But Hagoromo is unaware of the malevolent power stirring in the shadows…
Directing: Maki Kodaira · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x466 The Tumultuous Journey
Hagoromo sends the brothers to two battle-scarred regions left untouched since the fight with Ten Tails. He then announces that he will choose his successor depending on the outcome of their missions.
Directing: Masayuki Yamada · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x467 Ashura's Decision
Ashura sets out on a journey, intending never to return. He ends up in a village where the people suffer from a mysterious illness.
Directed by Atsushi Nigorikawa · Written by Shin Yoshida
20x468 The Successor
Everyone believes that Indra is the best choice to be Hagomoro's successor, and the sage's indecision begins to cause anxiety among his followers. Finally, Ashura returns home, and Hagoromo reveals who he has chosen.
Directing: Kazuya Iwata · Writing: Shin Yoshida
20x469 A Special Mission
Finally, the truth will be revealed... Do not miss the unveiling of the legend.
Directing: Masayuki Kouda · Writing: Hideto Tanaka
20x470 Connecting Thoughts
Before Naruto and Sasuke can attempt to seal Kaguya away, she transports Sasuke into a different Time-Space. Obito realizes that Kaguya’s ability to travel through Time-Space is similar to Kakashi’s and his own Visual Prowess. Obito and Sakura team up and begin the search for Sasuke.
Directing: Masaaki Kumagai · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x471 The Two of Them...Always
Fearing that he will once again break a promise, Obito uses the last of his power to bring Sasuke and Sakura back, but the thought of his inability to protect Rin nags at him as he loses consciousness.
Directing: Naoki Horiuchi · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x472 You Better...
Recalling the time when he shared Naruto’s desire to become Hokage, Obito opens up to Naruto about his dreams.
Directing: Kazunori Mizuno · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x473 The Sharingan Revived
Chakra—whose energy connects this world to those beyond—allows Obito to leave Rin's side for a moment and appear in Kakashi’s inner psyche. Obito gives him his Magekyo Sharingan and leaves with a parting wish that Kakashi become the Sixth Hokage.
Directing: Kiyoshi Murayama · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x474 Congratulations
Team 7 joins forces and succeeds in sealing away Kaguya, and the Tailed Beasts that Kaguya absorbed are also freed. Black Zetsu escapes the seal to lie in wait for another time to resurrect his mother, but Naruto is not about to let him go!
Directing: Masahiko Murata · Writing: Masahiro Hikokubo
20x475 The Final Valley
The battle with Kaguya is over, and all that is left is for Naruto and Sasuke to combine their powers and release the Infinite Tsukuyomi. But before they can do this, Sasuke makes a shocking declaration.
Directing: Yoshihiro Sugai · Writing: Katsuhiko Chiba
20x476 The Final Battle
Naruto and Sasuke have both become such high-level shinobi that each knows exactly what the other is thinking just by exchanging attacks. Despite knowing how Naruto feels, Sasuke is determined to cut him down.
Directing: Hiroyuki Yamashita · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x477 Naruto and Sasuke
Naruto and Sasuke have both become such high-level shinobi that each knows exactly what the other is thinking just by exchanging attacks. Despite knowing how Naruto feels, Sasuke is determined to cut him down.
Directing: Hiroyuki Yamashita · Writing: Yuka Miyata
20x478 The Unison Sign
Naruto and Sasuke are enveloped in a huge, intense light after exchanging attacks. When they come to, scenes from their childhood unfold. Is this just a figment of their imagination? Or could this be the afterlife?
Directing: Toshiyuki Tsuru · Writing: Toshiyuki Tsuru
20x479 Naruto Uzumaki!!
"I'll be a better shinobi than Lord Hokage! Then all the villagers will have to acknowledge my existence at last!" True to his word, Naruto has walked his own path until there are none who do not recognize that he's become a great shinobi and a hero who has saved the world. But what path will Naruto take now? How will the world of the shinobi change? This is the story of the boy who blew through the hearts of all like a "shippu," an irresistible gale. This is the story of Naruto Uzumaki.
Directing: Hayato Date · Writing: Toshiyuki Tsuru
20x480 Naruto and Hinata
As a result of having the Nine Tails sealed inside of him, Naruto is feared and hated by the villagers. He trains all alone in the woods, but one day, a certain man appears and strikes up a conversation with Naruto. Elsewhere, in the Leaf Village, a celebration is held to mark Hinata's third birthday, where she meets Neji for the first time.
Directing: Osamu Kobayashi · Writing: Osamu Kobayashi
20x481 Sasuke and Sakura
As a child, Sasuke craved attention from his older brother Itachi. Sasuke and Itachi have a chance to spend some time alone when their parents are away. Meanwhile, Sakura is very shy and tends to spend her free time by herself. One day, her new friend Ino gives her a present.
Directing: Mitsuto Yamaji · Writing: Osamu Kobayashi
20x482 Gaara and Shikamaru
A young Gaara is hated by his father and isolated by his siblings, who play in the sandbox with Gaara until their father separates them. During dinner, Gaara asks his uncle about his mother and how to feel happy. His uncle replies that the moon makes him feel better when he is sad, and Gaara agrees that the moon makes him feel happy. A young Shikamaru is bored in class lectures and wants to sleep but is punished along with Naruto and Choji by Iruka for interrupting class. They bond as they stand in the hallway and later hang out after school. Shikamaru criticises Naruto for defending Hinata from bullies and the boys later laugh at Ino for getting rejected by Sasuke.
Directing: Osamu Sekita · Writing: Osamu Kobayashi
20x483 Jiraiya and Kakashi
Ever since he was young, Jiraiya has been a little pervy. He tries to involve Orochimaru in many of his exploits as well as his schemes to get Tsunade’s attention. In Kakashi's story, we see him living on his own since his father, Sakumo, died. Rin and Obito are fascinated by Kakashi, but his aloofness makes him hard to figure out.
Directing: Taisuke Mamori · Writing: Osamu Kobayashi
20x484 Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 1: The Exploding Human
"The fourth Great Shinobi World War has ended. But Sasuke decides to continue his solitary journey—this time to atone for his sins. Meanwhile, back at the Leaf Village, there is a growing number of missing shinobi. As Kakashi—the sixth Hokage—and the others discuss these incidents, the Leaf is attacked by a mysterious group of shinobi."
Directing: Chiaki Kon · Writing: Masanao Akahoshi
20x485 Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 2: Colosseum
Instead of returning to the Hidden Leaf, Sasuke sets out with Chino and Nowaki to investigate the cause of the exploding humans.
Directing: Ayumu Ono · Writing: Masanao Akahoshi
20x486 Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 3: Fūshin
Orochimaru brings Sasuke to the Coliseum fighting ring, to lure out En Oyashiro, who may have some information regarding the Exploding Human incident. The match is called off when more Exploding Humans appear and the opportunity to meet Oyashiro seems lost. However, impressed by Sasuke’s Sharingan, Oyashiro approaches him in person.
Directing: Shingo Okano · Writing: Masanao Akahoshi
20x487 Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 4: The Ketsuryūgan
Sasuke uncovers Fuushin’s true identity at last, and begins to fight him. The moment Sasuke tries to read Fuushin’s memories with his Sharingan, a wave of genjutsu from a massive red eye causes Sasuke to lose consciousness. He awakens to find himself alone, and sees tracks in the snow that indicate Fuushin has barely escaped alive.
Directing: Osamu Sekita · Writing: Masanao Akahoshi
20x488 Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 5: The Last One
Sasuke begins his own investigation into the incidents. He overcomes many dangers on his path to the truth. The Exploding Humans, the Ketsuryugan, the Chinoike Clan, and the Uchiha Clan—just how are they connected? Where does his journey lead? The mystery is about to be solved...
Directing: Chiaki Kon · Writing: Masanao Akahoshi
20x489 Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 1: The State of Affairs
It’s been two years since the end of the Fourth Great Ninja War. Shikamaru now has an important role within the Hidden Leaf government, and as a representative of the Leaf in the Alliance. One day, a situation develops with shinobi disappearing in droves, and Shikamaru takes on a dangerous mission.
Directing: Toshinori Watanabe · Writing: Masaya Honda
20x490 Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 2: Dark Clouds
After the Great War, many missing and Rogue Ninja made their way into the Land of Silence. Sai, who has infiltrated the region to investigate, sends a cryptic message back to the Leaf. Shikamaru, determined to find out what's happening, heads for the Land of Silence with two members of the ANBU, Soku and Ro. However, they must first get past a heavily guarded checkpoint.
Directing: Taiji Kawanishi · Writing: Masaya Honda
20x491 Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 3: Recklessness
Shikamaru and his team are within range of Fushu Castle, where Gengo is purported to be. But they are unable to glean any intel about the man. Learning that Gengo will make a public appearance, Shikamaru and company infiltrate the square, where they see Sai being held captive.
Directing: Naoki Hishikawa · Writing: Masaya Honda
20x492 Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 4: Cloud of Suspicion
Shikamaru is captured while trying to save Sai and stop Gengo. Far from giving up, he racks his brain to find a away out of the situation. Just as an opportunity presents itself, Ro and Soku appear under Gengo’s control!
Directing: Masayuki Matsumoto · Writing: Masaya Honda
20x493 Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 5: Dawn
Ino, Choji, and Temari rush to Shikamaru’s aid! Choji takes on Ro, Temari goes after Soku, and Ino goes after Sai! Meanwhile, Shikamaru pursues Gengo. Can Shikamaru defeat Gengo’s evil ambitions? The final battle begins!
Directing: Toshinori Watanabe · Writing: Masaya Honda
20x494 Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 1: Naruto's Wedding
Naruto and Hinata’s wedding day has been set. As the date approaches, Kakashi encounters a problem: Naruto’s friends are all top shinobi—the first line of defense in the village. They work 24/7, and there are always a few who cannot attend celebrations. As Kakashi tries to find the most reasonable solution, he announces a super-secret mission to find the couple a wedding gift.
Directing: Michihiro Matsuda · Writing: Kento Shimoyama
20x495 Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 2: A Full-Powered Wedding Gift
Naruto and Hinata’s wedding day has been set. As the date approaches, Kakashi encounters a problem: Naruto’s friends are all top shinobi—the first line of defense in the village. They work 24/7, and there are always a few who cannot attend celebrations. As Kakashi tries to find the most reasonable solution, he announces a super-secret mission to find the couple a wedding gift.
Directing: Masahiko Murata · Writing: Kento Shimoyama
20x496 Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 3: Hot Springs and Food Pills
The super-secret mission to find Naruto and Hinata a wedding gift proves to be difficult for Shikamaru. Choji has found the perfect gift, which adds to Shikamaru's panic. But then Choji mentions something in passing and Shikamaru gets an idea. All he needs now is to enlist Temari's help!
Directing: Yoshihiro Sugai · Writing: Kento Shimoyama
20x497 Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 4: The Kazekage's Wedding Gift
The Tsuchikage and Raikage, who are in the Leaf Village to attend the Five Kage Summit, mention that they have already prepared wedding gifts for Naruto. Gaara finds himself in a dilemma. He's advised that the gift should be something that befits the Kazekage. He also learns that the Raikage is planning to perform a dance. Kankuro chimes in and suggests Gaara should dance as well—further plunging Gaara into indecision.
Directing: Maki Kodaira · Writing: Kento Shimoyama
20x498 Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 5: The Last Mission
Shino and Kiba still don't have a wedding gift for Hinata's wedding. Kiba's made it his goal to become the next Hokage, but unlike his teammates, who are steadfastly chasing their dreams, Shino is unsure about his. With this uncertainty, he sets out with Kiba and Akamaru on their final mission as Team 8!
Directing: Naoki Horiuchi · Writing: Kento Shimoyama
20x499 Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 6: The Outcome of the Secret Mission!
Naruto's wedding day approaches, and one by one, each of his friends is getting a gift ready. But the true purpose for this mission has not been revealed to anyone: the gifts will be judged to select who can attend the reception! Seeing the care and thought that went into each of the gifts, Kakashi begins to wonder if that's the right thing to do.
Directing: Kazunori Mizuno · Writing: Kento Shimoyama
20x500 Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 7: The Message Season Finale
Naruto had once lived a lonely existence, ostracized by everyone. But Iruka's words and his very presence have supported Naruto to this day. As Naruto's wedding nears, Iruka begins to lose sight of what he was to Naruto, and is unsure of what to say for his message.
Directing: Masahiko Murata · Writing: Kento Shimoyama
Season 20 Cast
Junko TakeuchiNaruto Uzumaki (voice)87 episodes
Hideo IshikawaItachi Uchiha (voice)87 episodes
Koichi TochikaNeji Hyuga (voice)87 episodes
Keiko NemotoShizune (voice)87 episodes
Masako KatsukiTsunade (voice)87 episodes
Masashi EbaraMight Guy (voice)87 episodes
Nobuo TobitaZetsu (voice)87 episodes
Nobutoshi CannaKabuto Yakushi (voice)87 episodes
Shinji KawadaShino Aburame (voice)87 episodes
Tomoyuki DanKisame Hoshigaki (voice)87 episodes
Nana MizukiHinata Hyuga (voice)87 episodes
Hochu OtsukaJiraiya (voice)87 episodes
Yōichi MasukawaRock Lee (voice)87 episodes
All Seasons
Season 12007 · 32 ep. · ★ 8.2
Season 22007 · 21 ep. · ★ 6.7
Season 32008 · 18 ep. · ★ 6.3
Season 42008 · 17 ep. · ★ 7.4
Season 52008 · 24 ep. · ★ 8.2
Season 62009 · 31 ep. · ★ 8.1
Season 72010 · 8 ep. · ★ 7.8
Season 82010 · 24 ep. · ★ 8.3
Season 92010 · 21 ep. · ★ 7.7
Season 102011 · 25 ep. · ★ 7.7
Season 112011 · 21 ep. · ★ 7.8
Season 122012 · 33 ep. · ★ 7.9
Season 132012 · 20 ep. · ★ 7.6
Season 142013 · 25 ep. · ★ 7.7
Season 152013 · 28 ep. · ★ 7.9
Season 162014 · 13 ep. · ★ 8.6
Season 172014 · 11 ep. · ★ 8.2
Season 182014 · 21 ep. · ★ 8.2
Season 1920 ep. · ★ 8.0Where to Watch Season 20 of Naruto Shippūden
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Naruto Shippūden season 20 have?
Naruto Shippūden season 20 has 87 episodes.
When did Naruto Shippūden season 20 premiere?
Premiered on May 27, 2015.
Where to Watch Naruto Shippūden Season 20?
In Spain, on Netflix, Disney Plus, Netflix Standard with Ads, Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel and Animebox Channel Amazon Channel.
What is the best episode of Season 20?
According to the public rating on TMDB, episode 20x500, «Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 7: The Message», with a 7.9.