Boruto- Naruto Next Generations -dub- Episode 22 -

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.

In the , this moment hits differently. Amanda C. Miller (Boruto) delivers a line — "You’re always ‘busy’" — with a sharp, cracking edge that feels less like childish whining and more like genuine hurt. Meanwhile, Maile Flanagan (Naruto) brings a weary depth to the Seventh Hokage. You can hear the exhaustion, but also the guilt. It’s a far cry from the loud, brash Naruto of old, and Flanagan sells that evolution perfectly. The Sound of Suspicion This episode also begins planting the seeds of the upcoming invasion. We see unfamiliar shinobi in cloaks lurking in the crowd. Sasuke, voiced with stoic precision by Yuri Lowenthal , senses the disturbance but can’t pinpoint it. The dub’s sound mixing here is noteworthy — the background festival music subtly warps into dissonant tones when the camera pans to the villains. Boruto- Naruto Next Generations -Dub- Episode 22

By: Chakra & Chatter

There’s a certain magic in revisiting the early arcs of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations — especially in the English dub. While sub watchers have long since moved past the Chunin Exam destruction, there’s something uniquely resonant about hearing these key character moments in your native language. And Episode 22 of the dub, titled "Connectivity," is a masterclass in quiet tension and emotional setup. It’s a small touch, but it signals to

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. Voiced by Todd Haberkorn in the dub, Shinki’s

Next week: The finals begin — and everything changes.