What episode is "Too Late for Help" in Naruto?
"Too Late for Help" is episode 164 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readNaruto investigates suspicious activities after a mission is declared complete, leading to discoveries and dangerous confrontations that heighten the tension surrounding his predicament.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersThe episode starts with Mousou stating the mission is over. Naruto, however, is skeptical, and investigates where he and his companions fought the Noroimusha. He finds a secret passage to the feudal lord's mansion, but is caught. When Chishima goes to warn Mousou about Naruto investigating, he accidentally sees Mousou meeting with Watari ninja. Chishima tries to escape to inform the others about this development, but is pursued and injured by the Watari ninja. The Noroimusha arrives in Naruto's cell, and he is sentenced to death.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Too Late for Help" canon or filler?
"Too Late for Help" is listed as canon · provisional in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Too Late for Help" part of?
"Too Late for Help" is part of the Five Kage Summit Arc.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Related Movies
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Naruto the Movie 2: Legend of the Stone of Gelel 2005 
Naruto the Movie 3: Guardians of the Crescent Moon Kingdom 2006 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie 2007 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Bonds 2008 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Will of Fire 2009