Naruto is based on the manga "Naruto" — 700 chapters, 72 volumes. The manga is complete. By Kishimoto, Masashi.
Anime covers: Chapters 1–238 (canon only; massive filler after Sasuke Retrieval)
Start reading at: Chapter 239 — picks up with Kakashi Gaiden, leads into Shippuden material
Faithful adaptation? No — Canon episodes track the manga well but there's a huge amount of filler, especially after episode 135
Naruto is based on the manga "Naruto" (700 chapters). If the anime left you wanting more, the manga is usually well ahead of what's been adapted.
By Kishimoto, Masashi
Whenever Naruto Uzumaki proclaims that he will someday become the Hokage—a title bestowed upon the best ninja in the Village Hidden in the Leaves—no one takes him seriously. Since birth, Naruto has been shunned and ridiculed by his fellow villagers. But their contempt isn't because Naruto is loud-mouthed, mischievous, or because of his ineptitude...
Not necessary for continuation. For continuation, 239 is fine — start from 1 only if you want a filler-free retelling. That said, the anime did diverge in some areas (canon episodes track the manga well but there's a huge amount of filler, especially after episode 135), so a full reread can fill in gaps.
Yes — the manga "Naruto" runs 700 chapters and is complete.
The anime covers Chapters 1–238 (canon only; massive filler after Sasuke Retrieval). To continue the story, start reading at Chapter 239.
You can safely skip ahead. For continuation, 239 is fine — start from 1 only if you want a filler-free retelling. Starting from chapter 1 is always an option if you want the full manga experience though.
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