What episode is "Lockdown of Darkness" in Naruto Shippuden?
"Lockdown of Darkness" is episode 65 of Naruto Shippuden.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readFurido's team seals off the Leaf Village, planning a devastating attack using deadly powers. As Asuma confronts the threat to protect his home and comrades, the group seeks to escape the impending danger.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersThe villagers see Furido's Four-Man Team sealing the Leaf Village behind a barrier. Asuma catches up with Sora and Naruto, and learns that the team are planning to annihilate the village with the lightning powers of the stolen corpses. Asuma holds off the attackers, while they escape.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Lockdown of Darkness" canon or filler?
"Lockdown of Darkness" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Lockdown of Darkness" part of?
"Lockdown of Darkness" is part of the Twelve Guardian Ninja 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 
Asuma Sarutobi supporting 
Boruto Uzumaki supporting 
Gaara supporting 
Hinata Hyuga supporting 
Konan supporting 
Konohamaru Sarutobi supporting Might Guy supporting Mitsuki supporting 
Sai supporting Sarada Uchiha supporting 
Shikamaru Nara supporting 
Yamato supporting 
Danzo Shimura antagonist 
Deidara antagonist 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