Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Filler List
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The story of Naruto's son Boruto Uzumaki and his friends as they navigate life as the next generation of ninja in the Hidden Leaf Village.
Studio
Pierrot
Premiered
Spring 2017
Status
Finished
Filler %
49%
Episode distribution (293 total)
134 Canon16 Mixed143 Filler
Filler Episodes — Quick Reference
Ep 16–17
Ep 33–52
Ep 67–92
Ep 113–119
Ep 127–151
Ep 155–156
Ep 176–187
Ep 191–201
Ep 213–220
Ep 222–225
Ep 240–246
Ep 248–253
Ep 258–259
Ep 261–262
Ep 266
Ep 272
Ep 279–281
Ep 283–284
Ep 286–287
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations filler episodes: 16–17, 33–52, 67–92, 113–119, 127–151, 155–156, 176–187, 191–201, 213–220, 222–225, 240–246, 248–253, 258–259, 261–262, 266, 272, 279–281, 283–284, 286–287
These ranges represent episodes classified as anime-only filler. Mixed episodes may contain some canon content.
Voice Cast
Main Characters
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⚠️ Episode classifications are collated from multiple publicly available data sources and may contain inaccuracies.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
How many filler episodes does Boruto have?
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations has a very high filler ratio — approximately 180+ filler or anime-original episodes out of its 293-episode run. Many fans recommend watching only the canon arcs adapted from the manga.
Is Boruto manga better than the anime?
Yes — the Boruto manga (written by Masashi Kishimoto after Chapter 52) is widely considered superior to the anime in terms of story pacing and depth. The manga is currently in the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex phase.
What episode does Boruto turn evil or become a villain?
Boruto does not turn evil in the anime as of 2026. In the manga's Two Blue Vortex continuation (after a time skip), Boruto is a fugitive but still a protagonist — not a villain.
Is Boruto cancelled?
Boruto: Naruto Next Generations ended in March 2023 at Episode 293. A new anime — Boruto: Two Blue Vortex — was announced to adapt the post-timeskip manga story.
When does Boruto: Two Blue Vortex anime air?
As of mid-2026, a Two Blue Vortex anime has been announced but no premiere date has been confirmed. The Two Blue Vortex manga started in 2023.
Which Boruto episodes are worth watching?
The canon story arcs worth watching include: the Chunin Exams arc (eps 50–66), the Mujina Bandits arc (141–151), and the Kawaki/Kara arc (eps 157–220). The rest is largely filler you can skip.
Does Naruto die in Boruto?
In the manga's Two Blue Vortex arc, Naruto is sealed inside a Ten-Tails-like creature called the Omnipotence. His fate remains unresolved as of mid-2026. The anime has not adapted this arc yet.
Who is Kawaki in Boruto?
Kawaki is a boy who was given a Karma seal (like Boruto) by Isshiki Ōtsutsuki. He is adopted by Naruto and becomes Boruto's rival. In the opening flash-forward, an older Kawaki declares he will send Boruto to where Naruto is.