Naruto · Episode 162
The Cursed Warrior
Aired Wednesday, July 27, 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
Cursed Warrior Extermination Mission arc (filler) · episode 1 of 6Naruto arcs in order →
Opening: “Namikaze Satellite”Ending: “Soba ni Iru Kara”
⏭ Skip guide
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- Opening
- ~0:01–1:31 (1m 30s)
- Ending
- ~21:00–22:40 (1m 40s)
Community timestamps from AniSkip; they can be a few seconds off depending on the streaming service.
Synopsis
Naruto's backup has arrived and they are Shikamaru, Ino, and Chouji. They tell Naruto that they will take care of the brothers. Naruto leaves to catch up to Iruka, who is fighting Mizuki. Can Naruto arrive before Mizuki kills Iruka? And can Shikamaru, Ino, and Chouji hold off the brothers?
Synopsis excerpt via Kitsu.
Where to watch
Naruto episode 162 FAQ
When does Naruto episode 162 come out?
Naruto episode 162 aired on Wednesday, July 27, 2005.
What time does Naruto episode 162 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 162?
Naruto streams on YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Netflix. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Naruto episode 162 in?
Episode 162 is part of the Cursed Warrior Extermination Mission arc, a filler arc, which runs from episode 162 to 167.
What are the opening and ending of Naruto episode 162?
The opening is “Namikaze Satellite”. The ending is “Soba ni Iru Kara”. Every Naruto opening and ending is listed on the openings & endings page.