Attention, Shinobi! The buzz around the live-action Naruto movie has got us on tenterhooks! Since Tasha Huo, renowned for her showrunning on The Mighty Nein and Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, wrapped up the script, it's been radio silence on the kunai front.
Huo recently shared with ScreenRant that she's as eager as we are for news, lamenting, “I wish I did' have more news” while maintaining her infectious enthusiasm. Her confidence in director Destin Daniel Cretton is unwavering, tagged by his “very personal and relatable” directing touch. She assures fans that Cretton's passion for Naruto's world will shine through without being overwhelmed by its expansive universe.
So what's causing the delay? Enter the Marvel Universe! Cretton has been a busy bee with a full plate, overseeing a Shang-Chi sequel, the Disney+ series Wonder Man, and shooting the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, slated for a July 2026 release. This whirlwind of commitments might be pausing Naruto’s silver screen journey.
The stakes are high with Masashi Kishimoto’s beloved creation! This ninja saga, rooted in the 1999 manga, has soared to international acclaim with anime adaptations and blockbuster video games like the Ultimate Ninja Storm series. Known as one of anime’s Big Three, fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the ninja magic on the big screen.
Kishimoto himself expressed faith in Cretton’s vision, thrilled by his knack for crafting people-centric dramas. “When I heard of Destin’s attachment, it happened right after watching a blockbuster action film of his,” Kishimoto recalls, firmly convinced he'd found the perfect match for Naruto’s universe.
So as we hold our collective breath, remember, the storm may be gathering on the horizon, and when it hits, it’s gonna be epic. Stay tuned, fellow shinobi, because the Hidden Leaf Village’s story isn’t done being told just yet!