Sony to Co-Finance and Distribute Live-Action Naruto Film

Sony to handle international distribution for Lionsgate's film adaptation following multi-studio bidding
Original headline at Anime News Network: “Hollywood Reporter: Sony to Co-Finance, Distribute Live-Action Naruto Film, Begin Production in Spring 2027”
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- Release Date
- Spring 2027
- Director
- Destin Daniel Cretton
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