Naruto Shippuden Ep 135 Uncut Apr 2026

Mixed. Some viewers praised the martial arts and sword choreography, while others criticized "crappy animation" in certain scenes, noting that Itachi and Sasuke sometimes looked older than intended.

The episode focuses on the initial psychological and physical confrontation at the Uchiha Hideout:

: Sasuke enters the hideout and engages Itachi in a high-stakes battle of illusions. Sasuke uses his Chidori Current to pierce what he believes is the real Itachi, only for both to realize they are trapped in layers of each other's genjutsu . NARUTO SHIPPUDEN EP 135 UNCUT

: Much of the episode is spent on Itachi's memories of the Uchiha clan massacre and his time in the Leaf Village, which some reviewers found repetitive if you have already seen the original series.

High. Despite the slow pacing, the tension of the brothers finally meeting after hundreds of episodes is described as "chilling" and "full of suspense". Sasuke uses his Chidori Current to pierce what

Low. The episode is heavily criticized for its excessive use of flashbacks that rehash events from the original series, leading to it being called a "waste of time" by some long-term fans.

: During their exchange, Sasuke demands to know the identity of the "third" Mangekyō Sharingan user. Itachi reveals the existence of Madara Uchiha , the co-founder of the Leaf Village, claiming he assisted in the clan's destruction. Critical Review Animation Despite the slow pacing, the tension of the

Naruto Shippuden Episode 135, titled , serves as the tense lead-up and beginning of the fated battle between Sasuke and Itachi Uchiha. The "Uncut" version of the episode includes less censorship, featuring more blood and slightly more mature dialogue (e.g., using "damn" instead of "dang") compared to broadcast versions. Plot Overview