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Live action Naruto movie opens worldwide casting and you could play Naruto, Sasuke or Sakura
The live-action Naruto movie has launched a global casting call as Lionsgate searches for actors to play the series’ three biggest heroes.
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Variety
· Jul 9, 2026
‘Naruto’ Movie Launches Global Casting Search to Find Actors to Play Live-Action Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura
The live-action “Naruto” movie is launching a worldwide casting search to find its three leading actors. The adaptation of Masashi Kishimoto’s classic manga is backed by Lionsgate. The casting search will fill the roles of Team 7: Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura. Additional casting for supporting roles will follow. Destin Daniel Cretton, the filmmaker behind Marvel’s “Shang-Chi” []
Polygon
· Jun 23, 2026
Netflix's The One Piece revealed in 1 minute of gorgeous new footage
The reboot of the classic anime is expected to premiere in February 2027
ComicBook.com
· Jun 29, 2026
Manga Fans Have Found Their Grail As The First Edition of Shonen Jump Drops At Auction
Most popular anime series’ like One Piece, Naruto, and Dragon Ball started as manga. Fans will know that these were released as weekly of bi-weekly chapters in Japan’s iconic Shonen Jump magazine. Aimed at adolescent boys and young men, this magazine helped make the manga and eventually anime industries as popular as they are today, []
Kotaku
· Jul 10, 2026
The Hunt For Naruto Live-Action Movie Cast Has Begun, According To Spider-Man: Brand New Day Director
Naruto author Masashi Kishimoto also gave the project his blessing, and stated that he 'cannot wait to meet' the live-action versions of his characters
Latestly.com
· Jul 9, 2026
'Moana': 5 Reasons Why The Rock-Starrer Is a Must-Watch on the Big Screen This Monsoon
Disney's live-action adaptation of Moana is set to release in Indian cinemas on July 10, 2026, in English and Hindi. Starring Catherine Laga'aia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as the demigod Maui, the film brings the beloved animated story to life with a new cast, large-scale visual effects and a fresh cinematic approach.
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Related coverage for "Live action Naruto movie opens worldwide casting and you could play Naruto, Sasuke or Sakura": Variety — ‘Naruto’ Movie Launches Global Casting Search to Find Actors to Play Live-Action Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura. Polygon — Netflix's The One Piece revealed in 1 minute of gorgeous new footage. ComicBook.com — Manga Fans Have Found Their Grail As The First Edition of Shonen Jump Drops At Auction. Kotaku — The Hunt For Naruto Live-Action Movie Cast Has Begun, According To Spider-Man: Brand New Day Director. Latestly.com — 'Moana': 5 Reasons Why The Rock-Starrer Is a Must-Watch on the Big Screen This Monsoon