How Naruto was almost a completely different anime

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that "Naruto" was almost a completely different anime from the one we know and love.
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Boruto: How Boruto And Kawaki Will Replace Naruto and Sasuke In Two Blue Vortex, Explained

Rei is the Deputy Lead for GameRant's Anime Team from Kashmir, situated in Beirut. He's an avid fan of anime and manga. Rei grew up watching anime and had a knack for writing ever since he was a kid, ...
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How to Watch Naruto in Order:

Based on the extremely popular manga by Masashi Kishimoto, Naruto centers on its namesake, Naruto Uzumaki, and his friends as they strive to become the best ninjas in the village. Naruto's ultimate ...
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Naruto: Kishimoto Has Already Confirmed Naruto's Perfect Replacement As Hokage

Rei is the Deputy Lead for GameRant's Anime Team from Kashmir, situated in Beirut. He's an avid fan of anime and manga. Rei grew up watching anime and had a knack for writing ever since he was a kid, ...