Naruto Shippuuden (dub) Episode 17 Apr 2026

The Akatsuki finish the three-day ritual to extract the One-Tailed Shukaku from Gaara. As a result of the extraction, Gaara’s lifeless body is discarded .

His deep empathy for Gaara, a fellow Jinchuriki, is a major emotional beat. His anger at the Akatsuki's callousness sets the stage for the upcoming battle .

Mixed Canon/Filler (Contains significant manga content with additional anime-only scenes) Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 17

Her perspective shifts as she begins to see the "will of fire" within Naruto, moving away from her initially cynical view of other villages .

The full series is available dubbed on Hulu and can be purchased on digital platforms like Google Play . Plot Summary The Akatsuki finish the three-day ritual to extract

While watching Naruto sleep, Granny Chiyo reflects on the past and notices the similarities between Naruto’s isolation and that of her grandson, Sasori, as a child .

Upon reaching the hideout and breaking the Five-Seal Barrier, Naruto and his friends are confronted by Deidara and Sasori sitting over Gaara’s body. Naruto is consumed by rage as he realizes the extent of what has happened to his friend . Key Character Moments His anger at the Akatsuki's callousness sets the

The episode focuses on the emotional and physical toll of the Akatsuki's ritual and the desperate final push by the rescue teams.