Naruto Episode 85: Hate Among the Uchihas: The Last of the Clan!

June 22, 2026 · Anime, Episodes, Naruto

Spoiler note: This episode guide discusses the events of this episode. Major future-series spoilers should be avoided unless clearly marked.

Quick Facts

Episode: Naruto Episode 85
Title: Hate Among the Uchihas: The Last of the Clan!
Arc: Search for Tsunade Arc
Canon/Filler Status: Canon / mostly manga-canon
Original Japanese Air Date: May 26, 2004
Previous Episode: Naruto Episode 84
Next Episode: Naruto Episode 86

Naruto Episode 85 Summary

Naruto Episode 85, “Hate Among the Uchihas: The Last of the Clan!,” follows the episode’s central events with a clearer focus on what actually happens on screen. Sasuke's match is interrupted when Orochimaru puts his plan into action. Temari and Kankuro are ordered to get Gaara to safety until he recovers, leaving Sasuke to chase after them. War has begun!

Detailed Episode Discussion

The episode’s main movement is built around this setup: Sasuke's match is interrupted when Orochimaru puts his plan into action. Temari and Kankuro are ordered to get Gaara to safety until he recovers, leaving Sasuke to chase after them. War has begun! PopRot readers should watch how the characters respond to the pressure of the moment, because the choices made here are what connect the episode to the larger Naruto storyline.

In practical watch-order terms, “Hate Among the Uchihas: The Last of the Clan!” is not just a title card in the episode list. It marks the specific conflict, reveal, confrontation, joke, rescue, or turning point that the episode wants viewers to remember. The important details to track are who takes action, who gets challenged, and what new information changes the audience’s understanding of the arc.

This recap is written to help fans place Naruto Episode 85 in context without losing the thread of the larger story. If you are moving through Naruto in order, treat this episode as a checkpoint for the current arc’s momentum, character relationships, and next-step setup.

Watch or Skip?

Watch. This episode is part of the core Naruto viewing path and helps move the main story forward.

Where to Watch Naruto Episode 85 Online

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