Naruto · Episode 55
A Feeling of Yearning, A Flower Full of Hope
Aired Wednesday, June 18, 2003 · 23 min
Mixed canon and filler. Partly adapted from the source; worth watching if you're unsure.
Source: AnimeFillerList, 28 Oct 2026. Full filler list
⏭ Skip guide
Skipping all of it saves about 3m 6s
- Opening
- ~0:00–1:30 (1m 30s)
- Ending
- ~21:06–22:42 (1m 36s)
Community timestamps from AniSkip; they can be a few seconds off depending on the streaming service.
Synopsis
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 cursed seal and if it takes over they will stop him. Can Sasuke stop the seal from taking over again and still win?
Where to watch
Naruto episode 55 FAQ
When does Naruto episode 55 come out?
Naruto episode 55 aired on Wednesday, June 18, 2003.
What time does Naruto episode 55 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 55?
Naruto streams on YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Netflix. Availability depends on your region.