American filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton has moved into pre-production with Lionsgate on the long-gestating live-action adaptation of 'Naruto', with industry outlets confirming the project quietly entered that phase in July 2026. It also follows an unexpected internal decision by Marvel Studios to cancel the second season of 'Wonder Man', a Disney+ series Cretton co-created and helped bring to life. Balancing the Naruto Franchise With Future Marvel PlansDespite the television setback, there is currently no public evidence of bad blood between the filmmaker and Marvel Studios. When discussing the franchise's future recently, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige confirmed that the company is actively developing 'Spider-Man 5', noting that 'There are always plans' for Peter Parker to continue his cinematic journey. ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ director Destin Daniel Cretton's next film will be a live-action ‘NARUTO’ movie.