The Quiet Threat
Episode 72 · Naruto Shippuden
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Filler or Canon?
Yes — Naruto Shippuden Episode 72 is canon. It adapts the original manga and is essential to the main story. Do not skip it. The Hidan-Kakuzu arc opens — canon's return after the filler stretch, introducing the immortal duo whose arc delivers Shippuden's first major loss.
Series
Naruto Shippuden
Episode
072 / 500
Status
Manga Canon
Arc
Hidan & Kakuzu
HIDAN & KAKUZU · EP 72–88 · 17 EPISODESYOU ARE HERE · 1 OF 17
Episode Summary
The quiet threat opens the Hidan-Kakuzu arc, returning the series to canon with a chill. Two new Akatsuki — Hidan, a foul-mouthed zealot of a death god, and Kakuzu, a money-obsessed ancient with five hearts — move to claim a bounty, and their path crosses Konoha's. The episode reintroduces the manga's momentum after the Three-Tails detour, establishing the arc that will cost the village dearly. The Akatsuki's ritual cruelty and Konoha's Team 10 are set on a collision course beneath a deceptively calm surface.
Frequently Asked
What arc is it in?
It's part of the Hidan & Kakuzu arc.
Can I skip it?
No, this is essential canon — do not skip it.
Hidan & Kakuzu · Ep 72–88 · 17 episodes
072The Quiet ThreatManga Canon
073The Akatsuki's InvasionManga Canon074Under the Starry NightManga Canon075The Old Priest's PrayerManga Canon076The Next StepManga Canon077Silver ClimbingManga Canon078The JudgementManga Canon079Unfulfilled ScreamBManga Canon080Last WordsManga Canon081Sad NewsManga Canon082Team 10S+Manga Canon083Target LockedManga Canon084Kakuzu's AbilitiesManga Canon085A Terrifying SecretSManga Canon086Shikamaru's GeniusManga Canon087When You Curse Someone, You Dig Your Own GraveManga Canon088Wind Style: Rasen Shuriken!Manga Canon720 episodes — canon, mixed, filler and best animation moments.
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