Naruto · Episode 159
Bounty Hunter from the Wilderness
Aired Wednesday, July 6, 2005 · 23 min
Filler episode. Not adapted from the manga, so it's safe to skip. The story continues in episode 220 →
Source: AnimeFillerList, 28 Oct 2026. Full filler list
Gosunkugi Capture Mission arc (filler) · episode 1 of 2Naruto arcs in order →
Opening: “Namikaze Satellite”Ending: “Soba ni Iru Kara”
⏭ Skip guide
Skipping all of it saves about 3m 5s
- Opening
- ~0:07–1:37 (1m 30s)
- Ending
- ~21:05–22:40 (1m 35s)
Community timestamps from AniSkip; they can be a few seconds off depending on the streaming service.
Synopsis
With the events of the Rice Field Country behind them, everyone prepares for their training. But a new threat soon arises. Remember Mizuki? He's back and he's planning to break out of Konoha's Correctional Facility, along with two stupid, fat brothers....
Synopsis excerpt via Kitsu.
Where to watch
Naruto episode 159 FAQ
When does Naruto episode 159 come out?
Naruto episode 159 aired on Wednesday, July 6, 2005.
What time does Naruto episode 159 release?
Kitsu has the date but not a broadcast time for this episode. Japanese TV anime typically air in the evening or late night JST.
Where can I watch Naruto episode 159?
Naruto streams on YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Netflix. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Naruto episode 159 in?
Episode 159 is part of the Gosunkugi Capture Mission arc, a filler arc, which runs from episode 159 to 160.
What are the opening and ending of Naruto episode 159?
The opening is “Namikaze Satellite”. The ending is “Soba ni Iru Kara”. Every Naruto opening and ending is listed on the openings & endings page.