The live-action Naruto project has new information 8 years after its announcement. Let’s see the new developments in this seemingly canceled project and how the fan community reacts!
One of the most influential and beloved works in the anime world globally is Naruto. The huge success of manga and anime has attracted major studios to consider making live-action versions. But the project announced in 2015 fell into oblivion until today it seemed to have been canceled when suddenly new information was received. Let’s see!
A few things about the work Naruto
The Naruto story was first introduced in the 1999 manga by author Masashi Kishimoto. Orphaned boy Uzumaki Naruto carries within him great power from the sealed nine-tailed fox and his journey to protect the village, friendship, love and the dream of becoming Hokage. With the appeal of attractive content, meaningful messages while honoring many aspects of Japanese life, Naruto quickly became loved. The story reached the top 1 of the best-selling manga in history, and was adapted into anime and video games. Of course, the producers wanted to make a live-action version of Naruto and the project was announced in 2015.
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Latest information about the live-action Naruto project has been revealed
Since the announcement of making a live-action movie for the Naruto story, it has been 8 years without any further updates, but recently Tasha Huo revealed that she is taking on the role of screenwriter, leaving many fans wondering. not surprised. The film will still be produced by Lionsgate.
Writer Huo is extremely excited about this role, she is experienced in handling adaptations based on legends, of which the most recent project is Red Sonja, which is about to be broadcast with the series. Tom Raider animation from a video game.
What was the fan reaction like?
As soon as the above news spread on social networks, audiences left many different comments. Some people are excited, looking forward to the day the movie airs when looking at the success of an anime ranked on par with Naruto, One Piece, but there is still a part of fans who are concerned.
“I don’t know whether to be happy or sad.”
“The live-action One Piece version was very good, I hope Naruto gets the same investment.”
“It’s up to you if you can adapt it all. If you can do it then do it, don’t ruin the image in my heart.”
“Let’s see if it can be done like the manga, please stick to the original work.”
“I can’t wait, I’ll wait.”
“Can’t wait, can’t wait! I wonder who will take on the role of Kakashi-sensei?”
“After the live-action version of One Piece, I have hope for this version! Naruto is full of Japanese characters, so don’t make it multi-racial!
“It must be good, so that I can show off to Lu’s fans.”
In addition, many fans also enthusiastically nominated the cast for the project, when many cosplay groups had the opportunity to transform into previous Naruto characters. One of the names that gets called the most is the members of Live Stage.
What do movie nerds think about the above information? Will there be another successful live-action anime adaptation after One Piece? There is currently no other news about Naruto live-action, let’s wait for the news to be updated here!
