Lionsgate Taps Destin Daniel Cretton to Write and Direct Highly Anticipated Naruto Live-Action Movie.
Destin Daniel Cretton, known for directing ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,’ is set to helm the upcoming Naruto live-action film, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Cretton will not only direct but also pen the screenplay for this long-awaited adaptation.
Joining the project as co-producers are Jeyun Munford through his company, Hisako, alongside producers Avi Arad, Ari Arad, and Emmy Yu of Arad Productions. Lionsgate has been nurturing this live-action adaptation since 2015, with executive vice-president James Myers and creative executive Jon Humphrey overseeing its development.
Masashi Kishimoto Believes Live-Action Naruto Director Will Be “Perfect”
Masashi Kishimoto, the visionary behind the original Naruto manga, has thrown his support behind Destin Daniel Cretton to bring his vision to life on the big screen. Kishimoto expressed his confidence in Cretton, stating the following:
“When I heard of Destin’s attachment, it happened to be right after watching a blockbuster action film of his, and I thought he would be the perfect director for Naruto.” Kishimoto praised Cretton’s ability to craft compelling dramas and highlighted their collaborative spirit, noting, “In actually meeting Destin, I also found him to be an open-minded director who was willing to embrace my input, and felt strongly that we would be able to cooperate together in the production process.”
Cretton’s involvement in the project signals a shift from Tasha Huo, who was initially set to write the screenplay. Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair Adam Fogelson expressed his confidence in Cretton, emphasizing the importance of delivering a captivating adaptation of the beloved manga. Fogelson stated, “This manga classic is beloved by millions of fans all around the world, and Destin has delivered a vision for the movie that we believe will excite that massive fan base as well as those who are new to it.” Fogelson, along with producer Avi Arad, is enthusiastic about collaborating with Cretton and his team, expressing their belief that Naruto is in “extraordinary hands.”
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