The Last: Naruto the Movie
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When to watch: Watch this movie immediately after Episode 479 of Naruto: Shippuden. It is required viewing and directly connects to the next arc.
Film Terakhir: Naruto secara resmi ditetapkan sebagai epilog kanon dari Naruto: Shippuden, berlatar dua tahun setelah peristiwa Perang Ninja Besar Keempat. Film ini berpusat pada perkembangan romantis Naruto dan Hinata — puncak dari bertahun-tahun petunjuk — saat mereka menjalankan misi untuk menyelamatkan Hanabi Hyuga. Bagi penonton yang mengikuti perasaan Hinata kepada Naruto sepanjang seri, film ini memberikan penyelesaian emosional yang dibiarkan ambigu oleh seri TV, sekaligus membangun dasar bagi pasangan yang muncul di Boruto.
Kreator Masashi Kishimoto terlibat langsung dalam cerita film ini, menjadikannya film Naruto pertama dengan keterlibatan naratif langsungnya dan memberikannya status kanon penuh. Kualitas animasinya merupakan peningkatan signifikan dari seri televisi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Last: Naruto the Movie canon?
Yes — it is the only Naruto movie with Masashi Kishimoto's direct involvement in the story. It is officially designated the canonical epilogue to Naruto: Shippuden and is considered essential for understanding the Boruto era.
When should I watch The Last?
After Episode 479 of Naruto: Shippuden — after the Fourth Great Ninja War concludes. Episodes 480-500 are epilogue episodes that you can watch after The Last.
Does The Last spoil Naruto: Shippuden?
Yes, it assumes you have finished the main story. Do not watch it before completing the war arc.
When was The Last: Naruto the Movie released?
Released December 6, 2014 in Japan — part of the franchise's 15th anniversary celebrations.
Is The Last adapted from Kishimoto's manga?
The film's story was conceived and supervised by Masashi Kishimoto himself, making it the canonical bridge between Naruto Shippuden and Boruto. It is official canon.
What do fans think of The Last?
Highly regarded as the best Naruto film. The canonical NaruHina romance resolution, beautiful animation, and Kishimoto's direct involvement make it a fan favorite.