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Naruto Live-Action Movie Gets Major Update as Sony Joins Lionsgate Production
Sony is reportedly co-financing and handling international distribution for Lionsgate’s upcoming live-action Naruto movie, with production now targeting spring 2027. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the project has secured backing following discussions involving multiple studios, marking a significant development for the long-awaited Hollywood adaptation of Masashi Kishimoto’s popular manga.
The film will be directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, known for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Cretton will also produce the project alongside Jeyun Munford through his company Hisako. Arad Productions’ Avi Arad, Ari Arad, and Emmy Yu, along with Jeremy Latcham, are also attached as producers.
Naruto Live-Action Movie Production and Casting Updates
The Naruto movie has been in development for several years, with Lionsgate first securing adaptation rights in 2015. The project has gone through multiple script and directing developments since then.
In November 2023, Tasha Huo was reported to be working on the screenplay. More recently, the franchise’s official website announced a global casting search for the three main characters: Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Sakura Haruno.
An earlier report from August 2026 also suggested that Charles Melton was in final negotiations to portray Kakashi Hatake. However, his casting has not been officially confirmed in the supplied information.
What to Expect From the Naruto Movie
The live-action adaptation will bring Kishimoto’s ninja universe to Hollywood, although specific story details remain under wraps.
The original manga follows Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja who dreams of becoming the Hokage while overcoming challenges and building friendships in the Hidden Leaf Village.
The manga began serialization in 1999 and concluded in November 2014, inspiring Naruto, Naruto Shippuden, films, video games, novels, and the sequel franchise Boruto.
Naruto Live-Action Movie FAQ
When will the Naruto live-action movie begin filming?
Production is reportedly targeting spring 2027.
Who is directing the Naruto movie?
Destin Daniel Cretton is directing the adaptation.
Is Sony involved in the Naruto live-action movie?
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Sony is co-financing the film and handling its international distribution.
Has the cast been announced?
A global casting search has been launched for Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura. Charles Melton was reportedly in final negotiations for Kakashi, but his casting remains unconfirmed in the supplied information.
Who is writing the Naruto movie?
Tasha Huo was previously reported to be working on the screenplay. The current writing arrangements have not been fully confirmed.
