Naruto · Episode 165
The Death of Naruto
Aired Wednesday, August 17, 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 4 of 6Naruto arcs in order →
Opening: “Namikaze Satellite”Ending: “Soba ni Iru Kara”
⏭ Skip guide
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- Opening
- ~0:01–1:30 (1m 29s)
- Ending
- ~21:05–22:40 (1m 35s)
Community timestamps from AniSkip; they can be a few seconds off depending on the streaming service.
Synopsis
Naruto is unable to search for Sasuke due to Tsunade's orders, while Kiba and Hinata wonder how they can help him out. Shino remembers a special type of bug that if it is found, could easily track Sasuke down. they go and discuss it with Tsunade, who agrees to let them search for it, making Shino the leader.
Synopsis excerpt via Kitsu.
Where to watch
Naruto episode 165 FAQ
When does Naruto episode 165 come out?
Naruto episode 165 aired on Wednesday, August 17, 2005.
What time does Naruto episode 165 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 165?
Naruto streams on YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Netflix. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Naruto episode 165 in?
Episode 165 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 165?
The opening is “Namikaze Satellite”. The ending is “Soba ni Iru Kara”. Every Naruto opening and ending is listed on the openings & endings page.