Hold onto your ramen bowls, folks! Naruto Shippuden has blasted past every anime on Netflix in the first half of 2025 with a whopping 40 million views. Yep, our favorite ninja in the orange jumpsuit is back, schooling everyone like it’s the ultimate Chunin Exam.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newbie, Naruto’s got us all hooked with that perfect blend of epic fights, big feels, and the legendary “Believe it!” spirit.
So why the sudden surge? Could it be the nostalgia overdose from the early 2000s? The never-ending love for ramen slurping scenes? Or just Naruto’s chaotic charm that makes him impossible not to love? Probably all of the above! People are binging every Rasengan and every bro-moment with Sasuke like it’s a family reunion they never want to end.
Meanwhile, the competition is left eating dust (or miso soup). Studio Ghibli’s cozy classics grabbed second place with 39 million views — big shoutout to Totoro’s cuddly magic — and Detective Conan pulling a sneaky third spot at 38 million? Talk about a plot twist! Pokémon and One Piece are still in the top five, but Naruto’s Shadow Clone Jutsu clearly has him multiplying those views like a pro.
What’s next for the Hidden Leaf’s biggest star? Four brand new Naruto Shippuden episodes are dropping later this year to celebrate the show’s 20th birthday. Fans everywhere are ready to party Konoha-style!
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