Boruto: Naruto the Movie

Synopsis

Continues the story of Naruto Shippuden

Following two and a half years of intense training beyond the borders of Konohagakure, Naruto Uzumaki returns with a renewed resolve to achieve greater power. Meanwhile, the Akatsuki, a perilous group of elite rogue ninjas, advances its own plots, threatening the entire shinobi world. Though Naruto has matured and confronts fresh dangers, his spirited and youthful essence persists, now bolstered by heightened confidence and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding his friends and home. Regardless of the obstacles, he battles fiercely for what is most important, even at the cost of his life, as his path toward becoming Hokage continues.

In this installment

In Boruto: Naruto the Movie, Boruto Uzumaki, the spirited son of the Seventh Hokage Naruto, displays natural ninja aptitude while inheriting his father's impulsive nature. However, Naruto's relentless dedication to his duties as Hokage leaves little time for his son, creating a strained relationship that saps Boruto's motivation. Upon learning that Naruto will be present at the Chunin Exams, Boruto resolves to prove his worth as a shinobi and earn his father's approval. Seeking guidance, he turns to Sasuke Uchiha, Naruto's former rival and enduring ally. As the exams progress, an unexpected crisis strikes Konohagakure, shattering its peace. With the village under attack, Naruto and his comrades must unite to defend their home and defeat a sinister threat. Through the chaos, Boruto comes to understand the weight of his father's responsibilities and begins to grasp the true meaning of being a ninja.

Background

Boruto: Naruto the Movie is officially the highest grossing feature film in the entire Naruto franchise, and was number 11 on Japan's Top Grossing Domestic Movies of 2015. This is the first time that original creator Masashi Kishimoto has written the entire screenplay for a Naruto movie.