Episode
Naruto Shippūden: The Jinchuriki of the Sand
Overview
Gaara is quick to detect Deidara’s presence, and an aerial battle ensues with Deidara on his giant bird and Gaara atop sand.
Details
- Series
- Naruto Shippūden
- Season
- Season 1
- Episode
- Episode 4
- Air date
- 2007-03-01
- Runtime
- 23 min
Episode context
The Jinchuriki of the Sand is Episode 4 in S1 • Kazekage Rescue of Naruto Shippūden. It aired on 2007-03-01. The runtime is 23 min.
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