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The Best Episodes of Naruto Season 3

Every episode of Naruto Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Naruto Season 3!

The Best Episodes of Naruto Season 3

Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja, struggles as he searches for recognition and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the village's leader and strongest ninja.

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  1. 9.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Raiga's Counterattack

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    S3:E156

    Ranmaru is determined to bring Raiga back from the dead and appears to suceed! An enraged raiga now goes on the offensive, starting with Tenten. Karashi runs back to the Curry House to tell the others what has happened, but who's side is he really on?

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  2. 8.3/10(3 votes)

    #2 - A Plea from a Friend

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    S3:E133

    Naruto proves to be too much for Sasuke to handle as Naruto fights back with renewed vigour. Finally acknowledging Naruto's strength, Sasuke puts on his forehead protector, symbolizing both as equals. But when Sasuke's Sharingan is upgraded to level 3, the tables turn on Naruto. Just when all hope seems lost for Naruto, he undergoes a startling transformation, but will it be enough?

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  3. 7.7/10(3 votes)

    #3 - For a Friend

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    S3:E132

    Kakashi learns the truth about the chase after Sasuke, and orders his dogs, including Pakkun, to go find Naruto and Sasuke. However, things are looking grim as the clash between the Chidori and the Rasengan ensues. The attacks are even, causing Naruto and Sasuke to both fly back. Naruto finally realizes how serious Sasuke is, and gets the snot beat out of him while he remembers how he always wanted to be friends with Sasuke.

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  4. 7.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - The Dark Creeping Clouds

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    S3:E155

    With Raiga seemingly defeated, the group can get on with clearing up the remaining enemy Ninja and returning the village to normal. However, what will they do with Ranmaru who tells them about his tragic past?

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  5. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #5 - The Beast Within

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    S3:E124

    Rock Lee's back and he's full of a special medicine that has Kimimaro on the run! Can he take out the fifth Sound Ninja?

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  6. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #6 - Showdown: Gaara vs. Kimimaro

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    S3:E126

    Itching to fight and with a sense of guilt from the past, Gaara tells Rock Lee to stand down and let him take on Kimimaro. Meanwhile, Naruto continues on his quest to catch the runaway Sasuke.

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  8. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - The Last Leg: A Final Act of Desperation

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    S3:E106

    Now that Sasuke and Sakura are trapped at the bottom of a cliff, it's up the Number One Knucklehead Ninja to defeat the malevolent Aoi and help Idate cross the finish line.

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  9. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - The Battle Begins: Naruto vs. Sasuke

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    S3:E107

    Hospital bound and feeling his pride shattered, Sasuke finds there is only way to redeem himself: Battle Naruto! Meanwhile, the Ino-Shika-Cho Squad sit down for some barbeque to celebrate a special occasion!

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  10. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #9 - Bitter Rivals and Broken Bonds

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    S3:E108

    As their rivalry reaches a fever pitch, Kakashi-sensei breaks up the battle and sends Naruto and Sasuke to their corners. Meanwhile, Four Sound ninja enter the Hidden Leaf Village with only one thing on their mind... Sasuke!

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  11. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #10 - An Invitation from the Sound

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    S3:E109

    Sasuke takes on all four Sound Ninja, but soon learns it's going to take more than Chidori to defeat them!

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  12. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #11 - 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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  13. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #12 - Good-bye Old Friend...! I'll Always Believe in You!

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    S3:E114

    With his life on the line against the Sound Ninja Jirobo, Choji looks back on the seeds of his friendship with Shikamaru. Can he defeat his fearsome opponent without any Chakra?

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  14. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #13 - The Sand Shinobi: Allies of the Leaf

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    S3:E125

    Down for the count and at the mercy of the Sound Ninja, Kiba, Shikamaru and Rock Lee get help from an unlikely bunch of new allies.

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  15. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #14 - Brothers: Distance Among the Uchihas

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    S3:E129

    Naruto and Sasuke face off in battle as we get a glimpse into Sasuke's past where his achievements were ignored by his father and his brother Itachi's behavior began to take a turn for the worst.

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  16. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #15 - Father and Son, the Broken Crest

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    S3:E130

    As Sasuke squares off against Naruto, he reflects on his past when he was neglected by both his stern father and Itachi, his brooding older brother.

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  17. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #16 - The Secrets of the Mangekyo Sharingan!

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    S3:E131

    While Naruto is busy underwater, Sasuke remembers the fateful day in which his clan was killed. He remembers why Itachi spared his life, and why Itachi did what what he did. Now, in order to gain the same power as his brother, he must kill his closest friend...Naruto!

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  18. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #17 - The End of Tears

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    S3:E134

    The battle between Naruto and Sasuke comes to a close, as One-Tailed Naruto takes on Cursed Seal Level 2 Sasuke in one final Rasengan vs. Chidori clash! And this time...only one person will emerge victorious. Will Kakashi and Pakkun make it in time? And who is this mysterious ninja watching everything?

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  19. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Deep Cover?! A Super S-Ranked Mission!

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    S3:E136

    Jiraiya begins to worry about Naruto and Sakura's wellbeing. He then requests that Tsunade send them on a mission with him. He finds Naruto telling Sakura he is not going to stop her from going after Sasuke, but he is going with her, and tells them about the mission. They head off to Rice Country to find the Hidden Sound Village, and hopefully Sasuke as well.

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  20. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Pure Betrayal, and a Fleeting Plea!

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    S3:E138

    When Sasame drugs the gang, she prepares to hand them over to Orochimaru. But, when she discovers that they are to be killed, she has a change of heart...

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  21. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #20 - Sakura's Determination

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    S3:E141

    The battle between Naruto and Arashi continues, but Naruto's injury is making it difficult for him to succeed. Sasame jumps in to try to save Naruto but will it be enough?

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  22. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - Orochimaru's Shadow

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    S3:E146

    Naruto, Iruka and Pakkun meet up with Mizuki's fiancee Tsubaki and she has come to offer help to the three. Meanwhile, Shikamaru, Ino and Chouji are having trouble holding the two brothers at bay. While this is going on, Tsunade discovers a startling secret about Mizuki and Orochimaru and plans to take matters into her own hands....

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  23. 7.0/10(3 votes)

    #22 - Search for the Rare Bikochu Beetle

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    S3:E148

    Naruto is unable to search for Sasuke due to Tsunade's orders, while Kiba and Hinata wonder how they can help him out. Shino remembers a special type of bug that if it is found, could easily track Sasuke down. they go and discuss it with Tsunade, who agrees to let them search for it, making Shino the leader. Tsunade discovers Naruto eavsfropping the conversation and lets him go with them. But, can they complete a mission with only a 10% success rate? As they travel, Naruto has difficulty dealing with Shino's bizzare behavior. Hinata also sneaks out in the middle of the night to practice some mysterious moves. After two days of travelling, they finally reach their destination. And they're not alone, a mysterious group is also after the same thing.

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  24. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #23 - What's the Difference? Don't All Insects Look Alike?

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    S3:E149

    The group struggles to find a Bikouchuu, but seem to fail at every turn. When it starts to rain they realise they only have one more chance to find it, will Hinata's Byakugan be enough?

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  25. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #24 - A Battle of Bugs: The Deceivers and the Deceived

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    S3:E150

    With Hinata's safety in danger, the group must try and figure out a way to save her and protect the Bikouchuu at the same time. Every time one side seems to have an edge though, the other reveals yet a new trick. As dawn approaches, they don't have long left....can they succeed?

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  26. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Blaze Away, Byakugan! This is My Ninja Way!

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    S3:E151

    With the group trapped, Shino makes a deal to trade the Bikouchuu for Hinata. Unfortunately for the opponents, Hinata got away, making the deal worthless! They begin to attack but can Hinata show up to save the day?

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Raiga's Counterattack" is the best rated episode of "Naruto" season 3. It scored 9/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Hayato Goda and written by Yasuyuki Suzuki, it aired on 10/19/2005. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "A Plea from a Friend".