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Naruto Season 1

52 Episodes First aired Oct 2, 2002 TMDB★7.4

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!

Episodes

E31
31. Bushy Brow's Pledge: Undying Love and Protection!
Apr 30, 2003 · 24m

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…

E32
32. Sakura Blossoms!
May 7, 2003 · 24m

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?

E33
33. Battle Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!
May 14, 2003 · 24m

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…

E34
34. Akamaru Trembles: Gaara's Cruel Strength!
May 21, 2003 · 24m

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…

E35
35. The Scroll's Secret: No Peeking Allowed
May 28, 2003 · 24m

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…

E36
36. Clone vs. Clone: Mine Are Better Than Yours!
Jun 4, 2003 · 24m

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.

E37
37. Surviving the Cut! The Rookie Nine Together Again!
Jun 11, 2003 · 24m

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…

E38
38. Narrowing the Field: Sudden Death Elimination!
Jun 18, 2003 · 24m

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…

E39
39. Bushy Brow's Jealousy: Barrage of Lions Unleashed!
Jul 2, 2003 · 24m

The preliminaries of the third exam consist of one-on-one combat, and the first match is between Sasuke and Orochimaru's minion Yoroi.

E40
40. Kakashi and Orochimaru: Face-to-Face!
Jul 9, 2003 · 24m

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?

E41
41. Kunoichi Rumble: The Rivals Get Serious!
Jul 16, 2003 · 24m

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!

E42
42. The Ultimate Battle: Cha!
Jul 23, 2003 · 24m

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?

E43
43. Killer Kunoichi and a Shaky Shikamaru
Jul 30, 2003 · 24m

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?

E44
44. Akamaru Unleashed! Who's Top Dog Now?
Aug 6, 2003 · 24m

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…

E45
45. Surprise Attack! Naruto's Secret Weapon!
Aug 13, 2003 · 24m

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…

E46
46. Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold!
Aug 20, 2003 · 24m

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…

E47
47. A Failure Stands Tall!
Aug 27, 2003 · 24m

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?

E48
48. Gaara vs. Rock Lee: The Power of Youth Explodes!
Sep 3, 2003 · 24m

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.

E49
49. Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!
Sep 10, 2003 · 24m

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…

E50
50. The Fifth Gate: A Splendid Ninja Is Born
Sep 17, 2003 · 24m

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.

E51
51. A Shadow in the Darkness: Danger Approaches Sasuke
Sep 24, 2003 · 24m

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…

E52
52. Ebisu Returns: Naruto's Toughest Training Yet!Season Finale
Oct 1, 2003 · 24m

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…