Boruto- Naruto Next Generations -dub- Episode 22 <2027>

Let’s break down why this episode is a turning point, and how the English voice cast elevates it. If you’ve seen the Boruto movie or read the manga, you know where this is heading. Episode 22 is the definitive "calm before the catastrophe." The Chunin Exam finals are about to begin. The village is bustling. Naruto is swamped with Hokage duties. And our protagonists are buzzing with a mix of arrogance and anxiety.

Boruto Episode 22 (Dub) is a quintessential setup episode — but it’s a good one. It respects the audience’s intelligence while still delivering emotional weight. The English dub, often criticized in the early days for replacing iconic voices, has found its rhythm. Flanagan, Miller, and Haberkorn elevate the material, turning a transitional chapter into a memorable character study. Boruto- Naruto Next Generations -Dub- Episode 22

But what makes "Connectivity" stand out is its focus on — both physical and emotional. Naruto & Boruto: The Unspoken Gap The episode’s heart lies in the scene between Naruto and Boruto in the Hokage’s office. Boruto, desperate for his father’s attention, wants Naruto to watch him take the finals seriously. Naruto, overwhelmed by paperwork and village threats, brushes him off with a promise he likely can’t keep. Let’s break down why this episode is a

If you dropped Boruto after the first arc, this episode is the perfect point to jump back in. The bonds are strained, the stakes are rising, and the invasion is literally minutes away. The village is bustling

It’s a small touch, but it signals to attentive viewers that the "connectivity" the title promises is actually a double-edged sword. The technological link between villages (via the Scientific Ninja Tool) is meant to unite, but it also creates a false sense of security. One of the episode’s highlights is the introduction (and solidification) of Shinki as a finalist. Voiced by Todd Haberkorn in the dub, Shinki’s lines are delivered with a chilling calmness. Unlike the abrasive Gaara of the original series, Shinki is controlled, precise, and utterly confident.