Naruto Tops Boruto in TV Tokyo's Anime Rankings
The debate over whether Naruto or Boruto is better has finally been settled, at least in terms of commercial performance. TV Tokyo's latest anime sales rankings reveal that Naruto has surpassed its sequel series, with global streaming and merchandising playing a significant role in its success.
Longtime fans of Masashi Kishimoto's original work will be pleased to know that Naruto continues to dominate the streaming charts, with the anime being actively viewed in over 145 countries and regions. The series has also been involved in consistent merchandise tie-ups and high-profile game collaborations with titles like Fortnite, PUBG, and Knives Out.
TV Tokyo Ranks Its Top 5 Anime Series by Net Sales
- Naruto
- Boruto
- Yu-Gi-Oh!
- Pokémon
- Black Clover
While Boruto may not have topped the rankings, it has still performed well, becoming one of the driving forces of TV Tokyo's anime department. The broadcaster noted that both series had strong sales in smartphone games and overseas distribution. Viewers in North America can currently stream both Naruto and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations on Crunchyroll.
Global Appeal and Future Plans
The Naruto franchise continues to thrive globally, with a major source of frustration for fans being the ongoing delay and lack of a concrete release date for the four long-promised Naruto 20th-anniversary episodes. However, TV Tokyo has revealed major development plans leading toward Naruto's 25th anniversary in 2027, including the active production of a new anime project.
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