What episode is "Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!" in Naruto?
"Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!" is episode 49 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readDuring an intense match to win control of a soccer field, Lee demonstrates unexpected strength by opening several secret gates, surprising observers and escalating the competition's intensity.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersGaara reappears and attacks Lee, who is weakened from using his Primary Lotus again. Lee recovers by opening the Second Gate, shocking the Jonin observers in the audience. He then proceeds to open the third and fourth gates, shocking Gaara.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!" canon or filler?
"Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!" part of?
"Lee's Hidden Strength: Forbidden Secret Jutsu!" is part of the Chunin Exams 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.
Series Cast
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Kakashi Hatake main 
Naruto Uzumaki main 
Sakura Haruno main 
Sasuke Uchiha main 
Akamaru supporting 
Asuma Sarutobi supporting Choji Akimichi supporting 
Hinata Hyuga supporting 
Ino Yamanaka supporting 
Iruka Umino supporting 
Jiraiya supporting 
Kankuro supporting 
Kiba Inuzuka supporting Kurenai Yuhi supporting Might Guy supporting 
Neji Hyuga supporting 
Rock Lee supporting 
Shikamaru Nara supporting Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow 2004 
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