Naruto Shippūden: S20 • Infinite Tsukuyomi: The Invocation
As Naruto and Sasuke lay near death, Kakashi and a reformed Obito prepare to confront Madara together. But Madara has gained the power of the Six Paths, and Guy may have to make the ultimate sacrifice and open the Gate of Death in order to fight him. But even that may not be enough once Madara activates the Infinite Tsukuyomi, trapping everyone in a dream world. Can this incredible power be broken?
Season 20 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Naruto Uzumaki is a loud, hyperactive, adolescent ninja who constantly searches for approval and recognition, as well as to become Hokage, the leader and strongest of all ninja in the village.
- After two and a half years training with Jiraiya, Naruto returns to his village of Konoha to put his ambitions to work.
- Naruto faces dangerous enemies, including the shinobi organization known as the Akatsuki.
- Naruto Shippuden is the anime adaptation of Part II of the Naruto manga, which originally aired in Japan.
Season overview
As Naruto and Sasuke lay near death, Kakashi and a reformed Obito prepare to confront Madara together. But Madara has gained the power of the Six Paths, and Guy may have to make the ultimate sacrifice and open the Gate of Death in order to fight him. But even that may not be enough once Madara activates the Infinite Tsukuyomi, trapping everyone in a dream world. Can this incredible power be broken?
Episode Guide
Season 20 Progress Shield
On the Brink of Death
May 28, 2015 · 23 min
After his Tailed Beast is extracted, Naruto is on the verge of dying. Sakura desperately tries to save him, but Naruto's heart gives out.
The Two Mangekyo
Jun 4, 2015 · 23 min
Madara has transformed into the Jinchuriki of the Ten Tails and appears before Kakashi. Kakashi and the others combine their powers to attack, but they are no match for Madara..
The Formation of Team Minato
Jun 11, 2015 · 23 min
Kakashi has changed for the worse, and Obito doesn't know why. He runs into Kakashi and tries to talk to him, but Kakashi gives him the cold shoulder.
You'll Be My Backup
Jun 25, 2015 · 23 min
Obito doesn’t understand Kakashi's way of thinking, but he finally learns why Kakashi put his mission first that time at Kannabi Bridge. Presently, Obito and Kakashi return togethe
The Wild Green Beast vs. Six Paths Madara
Jul 2, 2015 · 23 min
Guy releases his Eight Inner Gates against Madara, but the Seventh Gate of Shock does not work against him!
Papa's Youth
Jul 9, 2015 · 23 min
Dai counsels his forlorn son, telling him what true victory and setting self-rules are about. They become principles that Guy carves deep into his heart. With his father's teaching
The Eight Inner Gates Formation
Jul 23, 2015 · 23 min
Guy activates the Eight Inner Gates Formation and relentlessly attacks Six Paths Madara. Even Madara, who has attained power strong enough to create huge fissures in the ground, tr
The Sage of the Six Paths
Jul 30, 2015 · 23 min
Naruto wakes up and encounters the legendary shinobi, the Sage of Six Paths. He reveals to Naruto that he is the reincarnation of his son, Ashura, and that Sasuke is the reincarnat
The Ones Who Will Inherit
Aug 6, 2015 · 23 min
It’s been three years since Naruto set out to train with Jiraiya, and he's just returned to the Hidden Leaf Village. Konohamaru immediately begs Naruto to teach him a new jutsu and
Naruto's Rival
Aug 6, 2015 · 23 min
It’s been three years since Naruto set out to train with Jiraiya, and he's just returned to the Hidden Leaf Village. Konohamaru immediately begs Naruto to teach him a new jutsu and
To Rise Up
Aug 13, 2015 · 23 min
Madara sustains serious damage from the Eight Inner Gates Formation, the move Guy risks his life for.
The Infinite Dream
Aug 20, 2015 · 23 min
Madara now possesses the Rinnegan in both eyes, and he is the strongest, most despicable enemy the newly reunited Team 7 has ever faced. Kakashi calls upon Team 7 to recall their f
The Infinite Tsukuyomi
Aug 27, 2015 · 23 min
Madara activates the Infinite Tsukuyomi, and anyone exposed to the light of the full moon--including shinobi and ordinary citizens--loses consciousness. Once ensnared, there is no
Road to Tenten ~The World of Dreams
Sep 3, 2015 · 23 min
Tenten falls under the Infinite Tsukuyomi and wakes up in the Hidden Leaf Village. When Lee and Guy Sensei appear, Tenten is relieved to see that she is not alone. But her joy is s
Road to Tenten ~ Where Tenten Belongs
Sep 3, 2015 · 23 min
Tenten falls under the Infinite Tsukuyomi and wakes up in the Hidden Leaf Village. When Lee and Guy Sensei appear, Tenten is relieved to see that she is not alone. But her joy is s
Killer Bee's Rap Chronicles: Scroll of Heaven
Sep 10, 2015 · 23 min
Killer Bee gets caught in the Infinite Tsukuyomi and begins dreaming. In his dream, Jinchuriki are being stripped of their Tailed Beast powers by the Akatsuki. Bee is determined to
Killer Bee's Rap Chronicles: Scroll of Earth
Sep 17, 2015 · 23 min
The Akatsuki summoned the Ten Tails, but the Princess of Rappu Castle sealed it away safely. Unfortunately, the seal will come undone on the next full moon. Now Killer Bee is deter
To See That Smile, Just One More Time
Sep 24, 2015 · 23 min
Karin is caught within the Infinite Tsukuyomi and dreams of her past. She was born into the Uzumaki Clan and has the unique ability to heal anyone who bites into her. Driven out of
The Loser Ninja
Oct 1, 2015 · 23 min
With the exception of Naruto’s Team 7, which is protected by the Susano’o, all other shinobi have been swept into a dream world by the Infinite Tsukuyomi. Even the Hokage, Tsunade,
The Search Mission
Oct 8, 2015 · 23 min
Tsunade continues to read Jiraiya’s novel. Chunin- and jonin-level ninja have gone missing, and the Fourth Hokage, Minato, orders a search mission with teams of genin led by Guy an
Team Jiraiya
Oct 15, 2015 · 23 min
Tsunade continues to read Jiraiya’s novel. Chunin- and jonin-level ninja have gone missing, and the Fourth Hokage, Minato, orders a search mission with teams of genin led by Guy an
Order of Priority
Oct 22, 2015 · 23 min
Team Jiraiya, Shikamaru, and his Leaf teammates are lured into a mysterious village during their battle. A couple children from the village get caught in the crossfire and fall int
The Masked Man
Nov 5, 2015 · 23 min
The Masked Man shows Neji and Naruto images of past incidents that occurred in the Leaf Village. Meanwhile, Shikamaru and friends join up with Team Jiraiya to rescue the children.
The Sealed Power
Nov 12, 2015 · 23 min
The Masked Man is satisfied that the Hidden Leaf Genin chose the importance of life over their mission, but orders his team to continue their surveillance. Meanwhile, Naruto is fru
The Rules or a Comrade?
Nov 19, 2015 · 23 min
Sasuke and Sakura join up with the others, but the Puppet User appears and blocks their path back to the Hidden Leaf Village. Sasuke wants to bring down the puppets and rush back t
Child of the Prophecy
Nov 26, 2015 · 23 min
Jiraiya weakens the seal on the Nine Tails in order to help Naruto learn how to control the Tailed Beast's power. Jiraiya recalls the words spoken to him years ago by the Great Lor
The Caged Bird
Dec 3, 2015 · 23 min
Naruto joins up with the rest of his comrades, and together they overcome the puppet attack. The masked man witnesses this and is convinced there is a future for the young shinobi.
Returning Home
Dec 10, 2015 · 23 min
Naruto’s strength is recognized by his fellow genin, except Sasuke. But while Naruto enjoys a close relationship with his father, Sasuke’s father, Fugaku, constantly compares Sasuk
The Mutual Path
Dec 17, 2015 · 23 min
Sasuke takes his frustrations out on Naruto and the two begin to fight, this time with their respective new jutsu. Minato steps in just before it turns into a disaster. From this e
The Difference in Power
Dec 24, 2015 · 23 min
Three years have passed since Sasuke joined the Leaf Police Force, and he's now lieutenant. But his abusive Police Force has only increased anxiety within the village, and the Uchi
Leaving the Village
Jan 14, 2016 · 23 min
Sasuke leaves the village in order to obtain power from Orochimaru. Naruto and his friends learn that Sasuke is in danger and decide to go after him. To keep this a secret, only Na
The Pursuer
Jan 21, 2016 · 23 min
The Anbu who attack Naruto and Shikamaru are agents sent by Danzo, who had promised Orochimaru that he would deliver Sasuke safely to him. Luckily, Neji, Lee and Tenten rush to the
The Collision
Jan 28, 2016 · 23 min
Naruto reaches the tower Sasuke was heading for, thanks to Neji, Lee and Tenten deterring the agents from the Foundation. But it's too late—Sasuke's already made contact with Oroch
Another Moon
Feb 4, 2016 · 23 min
Sasuke has left with Orochimaru, but Naruto is not about to give up. Determined to bring Sasuke back, he returns to the village with Shikamaru and the others. Meanwhile, Yahiko app
Comrade
Feb 11, 2016 · 23 min
Seeing Hinata almost die triggers Naruto’s anger and he goes into Nine Tails State. Naruto's power is enormous, but Pain releases his jutsu to seal him away. Hatred consumes Naruto
The Shinobi Unite
Feb 18, 2016 · 23 min
Several months after Pain’s attack, Jiraiya arrives with intel regarding the Akatsuki, who are attacking shinobi villages and kidnapping their Kage and jonin. He also reveals that
Rivals
Feb 25, 2016 · 23 min
Naruto wants to bring Sasuke back to the village, but Sasuke burns with a desire to bring Naruto down. Why is Sasuke so confrontational, and how did his feelings toward Naruto deve
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Birth and Death
Mar 3, 2016 · 23 min
The shinobi under Madara’s Infinite Tsukuyomi continue to slumber and have pleasant dreams. Meanwhile, Naruto and the others have escaped the genjutsu, thanks to Sasuke’s protectiv
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: The Genius
Mar 10, 2016 · 23 min
Having experienced the Great Ninja War as a young child, Itachi constantly questions the meaning the life and death, distancing him from other children his age. Soon after entering
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: The Pain of Living
Mar 17, 2016 · 23 min
Upon graduating from the Academy, Itachi becomes a genin and joins a team that includes Tenma, Shinko, and their Jonin Leader, Minazuki Sensei. They accept a mission from Granny Ca
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Shisui's Request
Mar 24, 2016 · 23 min
Itachi accompanies his friend Shisui on a three-part training exercise. The two come across a battle between the Hokage’s ANBU and the Foundation. Itachi is confused by their motiv
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Moonlit Night
Apr 7, 2016 · 23 min
Itachi joins the ANBU and is quickly promoted to captain. But he must report directly to Danzo, and is placed as a double agent to observe the Uchiha clan, who are in the midst of
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: The Darkness of the Akatsuki
Apr 14, 2016 · 23 min
Itachi becomes a rogue ninja and joins the Akatsuki. He is welcomed and introduced by Pain and Orochimaru as the ex-Leaf ANBU and the man who massacred his entire clan. Itachi is p
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Partner
Apr 21, 2016 · 23 min
Itachi is partnered with Kisame and begins his missions as a member of the Akatsuki. The duo succeeds in recruiting Deidara, so Pain assigns the newly formed team of Deidara and Sa
Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Truth
Apr 28, 2016 · 23 min
Itachi confronts Sasuke, who for years bore the shame and anger that Itachi brought upon their clan. The truth behind Itachi’s story comes to light. Back on the battlefield of the
She Of The Beginning
May 5, 2016 · 23 min
Kaguya Otsutsuki suddenly emerges from Madara’s body. She is the mother of Hagoromo, the Sage of the Six Paths who entrusted his powers to Naruto and Sasuke. Kaguya’s power is imme
Kaguya Otsutsuki
May 12, 2016 · 23 min
Kaguya Otsutsuki suddenly descends from the heavens as the people of the Land of Sou look on in surprise and suspicion. But their king, Tenji, is enthralled by her and takes her fo
Hagoromo and Hamura
May 19, 2016 · 23 min
Near the Divine Tree is an area known as the Peak of Demise. No one is allowed to go near it, except those chosen by Kaguya to undergo a ritual she has established. Gamamaru, a Sag
A Fabricated Past
May 26, 2016 · 23 min
Kaguya is furious that Hagoromo has broken the law. Hagoromo finds out what Kaguya did in the past and makes up his mind to fight her. Knowing nothing about her, Hagoromo cannot tr
The No. 1 Most Unpredictable Ninja
Jun 2, 2016 · 23 min
Black Zetsu reveals that he masterminded and influenced all the events from the end of Ashura and Indra's era to the current Fourth Great Ninja War. Naruto rejects Black Zetsu’s cl
Ninshu: The Ninja Creed
Jun 9, 2016 · 23 min
The Infinite Tsukuyomi does not affect Hashirama, Tobirama, Hiruzen and Minato because they are reanimated. Hagoromo, the Sage of the Six Paths, appears and explains to the four th
Ashura and Indra
Jun 16, 2016 · 23 min
Hagoromo's two sons, Ashura and Indra, share a happy childhood, training and playing together. Indra is naturally gifted with great talent, and at a tender age is nicknamed the “ge
The Tumultuous Journey
Jun 30, 2016 · 23 min
Hagoromo sends the brothers to two battle-scarred regions left untouched since the fight with Ten Tails. He then announces that he will choose his successor depending on the outcom
Ashura's Decision
Jul 7, 2016 · 23 min
Ashura sets out on a journey, intending never to return. He ends up in a village where the people suffer from a mysterious illness.
The Successor
Jul 21, 2016 · 23 min
Everyone believes that Indra is the best choice to be Hagomoro's successor, and the sage's indecision begins to cause anxiety among his followers. Finally, Ashura returns home, and
A Special Mission
Jul 28, 2016 · 23 min
Finally, the truth will be revealed... Do not miss the unveiling of the legend.
Connecting Thoughts
Aug 4, 2016 · 23 min
Before Naruto and Sasuke can attempt to seal Kaguya away, she transports Sasuke into a different Time-Space. Obito realizes that Kaguya’s ability to travel through Time-Space is si
The Two of Them...Always
Aug 11, 2016 · 23 min
Fearing that he will once again break a promise, Obito uses the last of his power to bring Sasuke and Sakura back, but the thought of his inability to protect Rin nags at him as he
You Better...
Aug 18, 2016 · 23 min
Recalling the time when he shared Naruto’s desire to become Hokage, Obito opens up to Naruto about his dreams.
The Sharingan Revived
Aug 25, 2016 · 23 min
Chakra—whose energy connects this world to those beyond—allows Obito to leave Rin's side for a moment and appear in Kakashi’s inner psyche. Obito gives him his Magekyo Sharingan an
Congratulations
Sep 1, 2016 · 23 min
Team 7 joins forces and succeeds in sealing away Kaguya, and the Tailed Beasts that Kaguya absorbed are also freed. Black Zetsu escapes the seal to lie in wait for another time to
The Final Valley
Sep 8, 2016 · 23 min
The battle with Kaguya is over, and all that is left is for Naruto and Sasuke to combine their powers and release the Infinite Tsukuyomi. But before they can do this, Sasuke makes
The Final Battle
Sep 29, 2016 · 23 min
Naruto and Sasuke have both become such high-level shinobi that each knows exactly what the other is thinking just by exchanging attacks. Despite knowing how Naruto feels, Sasuke i
Naruto and Sasuke
Sep 29, 2016 · 23 min
Naruto and Sasuke have both become such high-level shinobi that each knows exactly what the other is thinking just by exchanging attacks. Despite knowing how Naruto feels, Sasuke i
The Unison Sign
Oct 6, 2016 · 23 min
Naruto and Sasuke are enveloped in a huge, intense light after exchanging attacks. When they come to, scenes from their childhood unfold. Is this just a figment of their imaginatio
Naruto Uzumaki!!
Oct 13, 2016 · 23 min
"I'll be a better shinobi than Lord Hokage! Then all the villagers will have to acknowledge my existence at last!" True to his word, Naruto has walked his own path until there are
Naruto and Hinata
Oct 20, 2016 · 23 min
As a result of having the Nine Tails sealed inside of him, Naruto is feared and hated by the villagers. He trains all alone in the woods, but one day, a certain man appears and str
Sasuke and Sakura
Oct 27, 2016 · 23 min
As a child, Sasuke craved attention from his older brother Itachi. Sasuke and Itachi have a chance to spend some time alone when their parents are away. Meanwhile, Sakura is very s
Gaara and Shikamaru
Nov 3, 2016 · 23 min
A young Gaara is hated by his father and isolated by his siblings, who play in the sandbox with Gaara until their father separates them. During dinner, Gaara asks his uncle about h
Jiraiya and Kakashi
Nov 10, 2016 · 23 min
Ever since he was young, Jiraiya has been a little pervy. He tries to involve Orochimaru in many of his exploits as well as his schemes to get Tsunade’s attention. In Kakashi's sto
Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 1: The Exploding Human
Dec 1, 2016 · 23 min
"The fourth Great Shinobi World War has ended. But Sasuke decides to continue his solitary journey—this time to atone for his sins. Meanwhile, back at the Leaf Village, there is a
Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 2: Colosseum
Dec 8, 2016 · 23 min
Instead of returning to the Hidden Leaf, Sasuke sets out with Chino and Nowaki to investigate the cause of the exploding humans.
Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 3: Fūshin
Dec 15, 2016 · 23 min
Orochimaru brings Sasuke to the Coliseum fighting ring, to lure out En Oyashiro, who may have some information regarding the Exploding Human incident. The match is called off when
Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 4: The Ketsuryūgan
Dec 22, 2016 · 23 min
Sasuke uncovers Fuushin’s true identity at last, and begins to fight him. The moment Sasuke tries to read Fuushin’s memories with his Sharingan, a wave of genjutsu from a massive r
Sasuke's Story, Sunrise, Part 5: The Last One
Jan 5, 2017 · 23 min
Sasuke begins his own investigation into the incidents. He overcomes many dangers on his path to the truth. The Exploding Humans, the Ketsuryugan, the Chinoike Clan, and the Uchiha
Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 1: The State of Affairs
Jan 12, 2017 · 23 min
It’s been two years since the end of the Fourth Great Ninja War. Shikamaru now has an important role within the Hidden Leaf government, and as a representative of the Leaf in the A
Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 2: Dark Clouds
Jan 19, 2017 · 23 min
After the Great War, many missing and Rogue Ninja made their way into the Land of Silence. Sai, who has infiltrated the region to investigate, sends a cryptic message back to the L
Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 3: Recklessness
Jan 26, 2017 · 23 min
Shikamaru and his team are within range of Fushu Castle, where Gengo is purported to be. But they are unable to glean any intel about the man. Learning that Gengo will make a publi
Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 4: Cloud of Suspicion
Feb 2, 2017 · 23 min
Shikamaru is captured while trying to save Sai and stop Gengo. Far from giving up, he racks his brain to find a away out of the situation. Just as an opportunity presents itself, R
Shikamaru's Story, A Cloud Drifting in the Silent Dark, Part 5: Dawn
Feb 9, 2017 · 23 min
Ino, Choji, and Temari rush to Shikamaru’s aid! Choji takes on Ro, Temari goes after Soku, and Ino goes after Sai! Meanwhile, Shikamaru pursues Gengo. Can Shikamaru defeat Gengo’s
Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 1: Naruto's Wedding
Feb 16, 2017 · 23 min
Naruto and Hinata’s wedding day has been set. As the date approaches, Kakashi encounters a problem: Naruto’s friends are all top shinobi—the first line of defense in the village. T
Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 2: A Full-Powered Wedding Gift
Feb 16, 2017 · 23 min
Naruto and Hinata’s wedding day has been set. As the date approaches, Kakashi encounters a problem: Naruto’s friends are all top shinobi—the first line of defense in the village. T
Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 3: Hot Springs and Food Pills
Feb 23, 2017 · 23 min
The super-secret mission to find Naruto and Hinata a wedding gift proves to be difficult for Shikamaru. Choji has found the perfect gift, which adds to Shikamaru's panic. But then
Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 4: The Kazekage's Wedding Gift
Mar 2, 2017 · 23 min
The Tsuchikage and Raikage, who are in the Leaf Village to attend the Five Kage Summit, mention that they have already prepared wedding gifts for Naruto. Gaara finds himself in a d
Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 5: The Last Mission
Mar 9, 2017 · 23 min
Shino and Kiba still don't have a wedding gift for Hinata's wedding. Kiba's made it his goal to become the next Hokage, but unlike his teammates, who are steadfastly chasing their
Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 6: The Outcome of the Secret Mission!
Mar 16, 2017 · 23 min
Naruto's wedding day approaches, and one by one, each of his friends is getting a gift ready. But the true purpose for this mission has not been revealed to anyone: the gifts will
Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 7: The Message
Mar 23, 2017 · 23 min
Naruto had once lived a lonely existence, ostracized by everyone. But Iruka's words and his very presence have supported Naruto to this day. As Naruto's wedding nears, Iruka begins