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S4·E72 The Quietly Approaching Threat

Episode
Season 4, Episode 72
Air Date
August 21, 2008
Runtime
23 minutes
Director
Hiroshi Kimura
Writer
Masahiro Hikokubo
Score
6.8/10 (8 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired August 21, 2008 23 min ★ 6.8/10 · 8 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

Asuma apologizes at the grave of the Third Hokage for not understanding his advice concerning what the "king" of the Fire Country is. At the hospital, Naruto and Sai recover, despite Naruto's desire to resume his training. Tsunade receives a report from Kakashi that Akatsuki is on the move. Elsewhere, Yugito Nii, the Two Tails Jinchūriki, struggles against Hidan and Kakuzu and unleashes the Two Tails, but is defeated and captured. Hidan and Kakuzu then turn their attention to the Fire Country for their next target.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 4 Episode 72 of Naruto Shippūden air?

Season 4, Episode 72 ('The Quietly Approaching Threat') originally aired on August 21, 2008.

How long is Season 4 Episode 72 ('The Quietly Approaching Threat')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 23 minutes.

What happens in Naruto Shippūden Season 4 Episode 72?

Asuma apologizes at the grave of the Third Hokage for not understanding his advice concerning what the "king" of the Fire Country is. At the hospital, Naruto and Sai recover, despite Naruto's desire to resume his training. Tsunade receives a report from Kakashi that Akatsuki is on the move. Elsewher...

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