The first season of (episodes 1–32) covers the Kazekage Rescue Mission arc. It follows Naruto Uzumaki's return to the Hidden Leaf Village after two and a half years of training with Jiraiya. Key Plot Summary
: Members of the Akatsuki, Deidara and Sasori, infiltrate the Hidden Sand Village. Deidara defeats and kidnaps Gaara , now the Kazekage, to extract the One-Tail Shukaku. Naruto Shippuden - Season 1
: A grueling puppet battle where Sakura proves her immense strength and medical prowess. Sasori is eventually defeated, revealing his true core. The first season of (episodes 1–32) covers the
: Naruto reunites with Sakura and Kakashi, demonstrating his increased maturity and skill. They reform Team 7 and undergo a "bell test" to prove their growth. Deidara and Sasori