# Believe It! (DD-235)

> Naruto is a manga by Masashi Kishimoto, serialized from 1999 to 2014, adapted as an anime from 2002 and continued as Naruto Shippuden from 2007. Naruto Uzumaki, an outcast in the Hidden Leaf Village because the Nine-Tailed Fox is sealed inside him, dreams of becoming Hokage, the village leader. 'Believe it!' is his catchphrase in the English dub. The story continues in Boruto. The Reel is a review with clips; the opinions in it are the Reel's.

- Department: Media
- First published: 2024-05-19
- Last updated: 2024-05-19
- Permalink: https://detailenjoyer.com/case/believe-it/
- Original Reel title: Believe It! 🍥🍥🍥
- Author: Marcus Easterling (DetailEnjoyer), The Detail Department

## On the timeline

- **1999**: The Naruto manga begins
- **2002**: The Naruto anime premieres
- **2007**: Naruto Shippuden premieres

Full timeline: https://detailenjoyer.com/timeline/?case=believe-it

## Quick facts

- **DD-235-F01**: Masashi Kishimoto created Naruto. _(Write-up · Exhibit A (Kishimoto))_
- **DD-235-F02**: Naruto wants to be Hokage. _(Write-up · Exhibit B (Hokage))_

## Write-up

Naruto Uzumaki dreams of becoming Hokage. He carries the Nine-Tailed Fox sealed inside him.

1. **Kishimoto**: Masashi Kishimoto created Naruto.
2. **Hokage**: Naruto wants to be Hokage.
3. **Nine-Tails**: The Nine-Tailed Fox is sealed in him.
4. **Shippuden**: Naruto Shippuden began in 2007.
5. **Catchphrase**: 'Believe it!' is from the English dub.

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## Reel vs. record

- **Note**: None needed.

## Video: Believe It!: Naruto Uzumaki Dreams of Becoming Hokage

- Duration: 57.6 s · Published: 2024-05-19
- File: https://detailenjoyer.com/assets/videos/C7LIbeCNo3j.mp4

### Transcript

Naruto, a seminal anime and manga series by Masashi Kishimoto, has become a cornerstone of the genre, inspiring an entire generation with its captivating tale of a young ninja's journey towards becoming the strongest ninja and leader of his village, the Hokage. Born as an outcast and harboring the powerful nine-tailed fox spirit within him, Naruto Uzumaki's story is one of perseverance, friendship, and the quest for recognition. Set in the vibrant world of ninjas with their unique powers, the series explores themes of loneliness, acceptance, and the struggles of achieving one's dreams. Through battles that test the limits of his strength and character, Naruto forms deep bonds with his comrades in the Leaf Village, confronting enemies and dark forces that threaten their way of life. Naruto's blend of thrilling action, deep storytelling, and heartwarming moments has not only defined it as a beloved classic but also as a cultural phenomenon, spawning sequels like Naruto Shippuden and Boruto, continuing the legacy of the ninja world. Its message that hard work, camaraderie, and belief in oneself can overcome any adversity continues to resonate with fans around the globe. NOW YOU KNOW!

## Questions & answers

**Q: Who created Naruto?**  
A: Manga from 1999. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Kishimoto) · Wikipedia: Naruto)_

**Q: What does Naruto want to be?**  
A: Village leader. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Hokage) · Wikipedia: Naruto)_

**Q: What is sealed inside him?**  
A: Kurama. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Nine-Tails) · Wikipedia: Naruto)_

**Q: Which village is he from?**  
A: Konoha. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Shippuden) · Wikipedia: Naruto)_

**Q: What is the sequel series?**  
A: From 2007. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Catchphrase) · Wikipedia: Naruto)_

## Sources

- [Wikipedia: Naruto](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naruto)

## Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "Believe It!." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-235, last updated May 19, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/believe-it/