What episode is "My Friend" in Naruto Shippuden?
"My Friend" is episode 71 of Naruto Shippuden.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readNaruto and his allies continue to confront threats as recovered and new characters prepare for upcoming challenges. Meanwhile, covert adversaries make moves that heighten tensions and foreshadow future conflicts.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersSora’s body cannot sustain the Nine-Tails any longer, so it leaves him and enters Naruto's body as a new host. Naruto gets through to Sora, who is greeted by his friends from the Hidden Leaf Village. Meanwhile, a recovered Sai and Asuma kill Kazuma. The next day, Sora leaves the Leaf Village to travel around the world. Asuma and Shikamaru philosophically discuss the metaphorical "king" of the village, while Hidan and Kakuzu confront Yugito Nii: Jinchuriki of the Two-Tailed Cat.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "My Friend" canon or filler?
"My Friend" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "My Friend" part of?
"My Friend" is part of the Akatsuki Suppression Mission 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