Lionsgate is Working on 'NARUTO' Live Action, Is the Script Finished?

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Rachel Carisa Oswandi

The legendary anime NARUTO has been planned to be adapted into a live action format since 2015. Responding to the success of the ONE PIECE anime adaptation, public expectations for the NARUTO live action production will be even higher. This anime, which is no less popular than ONE PIECE, is expected to rival or even surpass the ONE PIECE live action.

Rumors of a live action NARUTO film being in production have been circulating since 2015. The writer of THE WITCHER is rumored to be working on the script for the NARUTO live action and allegedly has completed the latest draft. Not only that, what makes the audience have high expectations is that the production studio is the same as the JOHN WICK film studio, Lionsgate.

Rumors about the production of the live action NARUTO have been heating up since the release of the ONE PIECE live action. ONE PIECE and NARUTO are canon works that have many loyal fans since their first episodes. Therefore, the release of the live action requires a lot of considerations and sufficient mental preparation. Until now, how far along is the production process of the NARUTO live action? Will NARUTO be released soon? Let's find out below!

1. In the Development Process

Naruto (imdb.com)

Some KLovers may still not believe the news of NARUTO being produced in live action form. However, the production of this film has been prepared for years. 

Since 2015, Lionsgate has acquired the license for NARUTO, with Michael Gracey, the director of THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, appointed to lead the project. The director, Gracey, seems to be cautious in working on the film.

In an interview with Collider, Michael Gracey said, "We are committed to crafting a script that not only excites us but also respects the franchise's legacy." he said. 

Furthermore, Gracey also added,"This is an incredible opportunity, and everyone from Lionsgate to the producers understands the weight of this responsibility."

2. New Manuscript is Complete

Naruto (imdb.com)

The process of developing the live action NARUTO seems to be truly expected to be coming soon. As reported through social media, the script for the live action NARUTO is rumored to have been completed. 

The writer for the live action NARUTO is known to be the writer of THE WITCHER, a series that airs on Netflix. Tasha Huo is reported to have completed the latest script draft for this live action.

3. Collaborating with Masashi Kishimoto

Masashi Kishimoto (myanimelist.net)

According to Collider, Michael Gracey is very keen on maintaining the expectations of NARUTO fans. In addition, he wants the creator Masashi Kishimoto to also enjoy the live action version of his own work.

Gracey is very enthusiastic about collaborating directly with Kishimoto, as he himself aims to produce an accurate adaptation with the world of NARUTO itself. Gracey wants to ensure that nothing like this happens with his work and leaves the fans unsatisfied.

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