So if you're just starting Naruto Shippuden and want to watch the first complete story arc, plan for . After that, Season 2 continues immediately with the next arc (the Hidan and Kakuzu arc, episodes 33–56).

Naruto Shippuden is the direct sequel to the original Naruto anime, and its first season is often a point of confusion for viewers because different streaming platforms and DVD releases arrange the arcs differently.

Certainly! Here’s a helpful piece about the episode count for Naruto Shippuden Season 1: