The Best Episodes Directed By Masahiko Murata

Every TV Episode Directed by Masahiko Murata Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. Background image for Congratulations
    10.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Congratulations

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    S20:E474

    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 resurrect his mother, but Naruto is not about to let him go!

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  2. Background image for The Last One
    8.8/10(11 votes)

    #2 - The Last One

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    S1:E1

    An orb is tossed upon the earth. It transforms to match its surrounding environment: first a rock, then moss, then a dying wolf. The wolf returns to its last remaining family, a boy living alone in a small home in the snow.

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  3. Background image for Awakening
    8.8/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Awakening

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    S1:E12

    Just as Gugu and Rean come to understand each other, the Nokkers emerge, causing panic in the party hall. Fushi and Gugu are forced to fight.

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  4. Background image for The Orange Spark
    8.8/10(4 votes)

    #4 - The Orange Spark

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    S12:E246

    Inside his mind, Naruto continues his battle against Nine Tails to take control of its immense power.

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  5. Background image for Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 2: A Full-Powered Wedding Gift
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 2: A Full-Powered Wedding Gift

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    S20:E495

    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. They work 24/7, and there are always a few who cannot attend celebrations. As Kakashi tries to find the most reasonable solution, he announces a super-secret mission to find the couple a wedding gift.

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  6. Background image for Those Who Follow
    8.5/10(8 votes)

    #6 - Those Who Follow

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    S1:E5

    Fushi, March and Parona continue their escape from Yanome and back to Ninanna. Hayase chases after them, especially in order to capture Fushi.

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  7. Background image for Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Moonlit Night
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Itachi's Story - Light and Darkness: Moonlit Night

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    S20:E455

    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 planning a coup d’état. With dissatisfaction rising within the clan, the Uchiha ultimately decide to carry out their revolt, and the fateful night approaches.

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  8. Background image for The Green April
    8.4/10(7 votes)

    #8 - The Green April

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    S1:E4

    At the end of the first round of the Crown Game, Anaak, wielder of the ever-changing sword "The Green April," sits upon the throne. Bam, Khun, and Rak wait for the right moment to participate. Will they survive until the end of this bonus game?

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  9. Background image for The End
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #9 - The End

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    S6:E138

    Sasuke thinks that he's finally killed Itachi with the help of his most powerful technique, Kirin, but Itachi still has one final trick up his sleeve. Having used both Tsukiyomi and Amaterasu, Itachi calls upon the power of his third and final Mangekyo ability, Susano'o. Itachi has turned the tide of the battle against Sasuke, but the latter receives aid from an unexpected source. The battle between the Uchiha brothers is nearing its shocking conclusion!

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  10. Background image for Gift From the Past
    8.2/10(8 votes)

    #10 - Gift From the Past

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    S1:E11

    Four years after their encounter with the Nokkers, Fushi and Gugu have grown into fine young men. They’re invited to Rean’s birthday party after a brief reunion with Gugu’s brother.

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  11. Background image for Tower of God
    8.2/10(4 votes)

    #11 - Tower of God

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    S1:E13

    Just as the guardian’s test is about to end, Bam is pushed off by Rachel. Time turns back to when the tower’s doors opened. How did Bam spend his time? What is the world Rachel saw?

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    8.1/10(7 votes)

    #12 - Echoes

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    S1:E20

    Fushi parts ways with Tonari and heads to the port where Pioran is waiting for him. He worries that he may attract the Nokkers again and endanger her.

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  13. Background image for Layer:05 – DISTORTION
    8.1/10(8 votes)

    #13 - Layer:05 – DISTORTION

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    S1:E5

    Lain receives cryptic messages about existence, God, and a coming prophecy. Meanwhile, Mika's world changes in ways both surreal and hyperreal.

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  14. Background image for A Dubious Offer! Tsunade's Choice!
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #14 - A Dubious Offer! Tsunade's Choice!

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    S2:E92

    While Naruto continues to try and master the third step, Tsunade continues to think about Orochimaru's offer. Jiraiya tries to convince her by taking her out for a drink, only she slipped a paralyzing potion into his drink while he wasn't looking. Will Tsunade agree to Orochimaru's offer? And will Naruto master the Rasengan before the week is up?

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  15. Background image for Layer:10 – LOVE
    7.9/10(16 votes)

    #15 - Layer:10 – LOVE

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    S1:E10

    Lain struggles with her identity. Is she a human being, or just a hologram? And are the Knights responsible for the Evil Lain? Lain decides to deal with the Knights once and for all.

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  16. Background image for A Dangerous Mission! Journey to the Land of Waves!
    7.9/10(7 votes)

    #16 - A Dangerous Mission! Journey to the Land of Waves!

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    S1:E6

    Tired of doing lame missions, Naruto asks the Hokage to give them something challenging. The Hokage caves and gives them a C-rank mission. They will be bodyguards for a bridge builder. It appears to be a simple mission, until the group is attacked by something more than common thugs...other ninja!

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  17. Background image for Hate Among the Uchihas: The Last of the Clan
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #17 - Hate Among the Uchihas: The Last of the Clan

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    S2:E85

    Jiraiya and Naruto look on as Sasuke takes on Itachi alone. However, when the young ninja is severely outclassed, Jiraiya is forced to step in. Itachi and Kisame try to flee, but Jiraiya isn't about to let them get away so easily.

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  18. Background image for A Rambunctious Girl
    7.7/10(9 votes)

    #18 - A Rambunctious Girl

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    S1:E2

    The orb, having morphed into a boy, finds its way to Ninanna, where he is attacked. He is discovered by a girl, March, who may not achieve her goal of becoming a grown-up.

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  19. Background image for Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 7: The Message
    7.6/10(10 votes)

    #19 - Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 7: The Message

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    S20:E500

    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 to lose sight of what he was to Naruto, and is unsure of what to say for his message.

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  20. Background image for The Boy Who Wants to Change
    7.4/10(8 votes)

    #20 - The Boy Who Wants to Change

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    S1:E7

    Fushi and Pioran arrive at Takunaha, where they meet Booze Man and a boy named Gugu. Gugu, who had been living with Booze Man for several months following an accident, warms up to Fushi.

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  21. Background image for Wandering Rage
    7.3/10(7 votes)

    #21 - Wandering Rage

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    S1:E19

    Fushi, Tonari and their friends fight the Nokkers, who have taken over corpses.

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  22. Background image for Sakura Blossoms!
    7.1/10(13 votes)

    #22 - Sakura Blossoms!

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    S1:E32

    Lee in his weakened state is having trouble defeating Dosu. Sakura realises everyone has been protecting her until now and that its her time to protect them! Can Sakura succeed where even Lee failed?

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  23. Background image for Eat or Be Eaten: Panic in the Forest
    7.0/10(14 votes)

    #23 - Eat or Be Eaten: Panic in the Forest

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    S1:E28

    To prevent further problems, Sasuke thinks up a password to determine friend from foe, but will it be that simple? Meanwhile Naruto has his hands full with a giant snake. Can he handle this on his own and what about Sasuke and Sakura, can they survive the ordeal?

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  24. Background image for Gotta See! Gotta Know! Kakashi-Sensei's True Face!
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #24 - Gotta See! Gotta Know! Kakashi-Sensei's True Face!

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    S2:E101

    After their mission, Naruto persuades Sakura and Sasuke to help him unmask their sensei, Kakashi. However, Squad 7 soon finds out that this is easier said than done...

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  25. Background image for Formation! The Sasuke Retrieval Squad
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #25 - Formation! The Sasuke Retrieval Squad

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    S3:E110

    Now that word of Sasuke's departure has spread to the Fifth Hokage, she calls upon the newest Chunin, Shikamaru, to put together a squad to bring Sasuke back to the village.

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Masahiko Murata Ratings Summary

"Congratulations" is the best rated episode directed by Masahiko Murata. It scored 10/10 based on 2 votes. It was written by Masahiro Hikokubo. It aired on 9/1/2016 and is rated 1.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Last One".