Naruto Shippuden Episode 457 May 2026

This episode bridges the gap between Itachi’s defection and his first appearance in the original Naruto series. It humanizes him by showing his internal isolation even while surrounded by the world's most dangerous criminals. A breakdown of the Itachi used on Deidara? Which filler episodes you can skip after this arc?

The definitive moment showing why Orochimaru feared Itachi and eventually shifted his focus toward Sasuke. 💡 Why It Matters Naruto Shippuden Episode 457

Pain assigns Itachi, Kisame, and Sasori to recruit the rogue bomber Deidara . Itachi easily defeats Deidara using a single Genjutsu, forcing him to join the organization. This episode bridges the gap between Itachi’s defection