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Charles Melton in Talks to Play Kakashi in Destin Daniel Cretton’s ‘Naruto’ Movie (Exclusive)

Charles Melton is in final talks to play Kakashi in the upcoming live-action 'Naruto' movie.

By · Published August 20, 2026  19:28 UTC · Updated August 23, 2026  14:31 UTC

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📍 Where it landed

Charles Melton was in final negotiations to play Kakashi in Destin Daniel Cretton's live-action Naruto movie. The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 46d ago, after coverage quieted.

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Who is directing the live-action 'Naruto' movie?

Destin Daniel Cretton is directing the live-action 'Naruto' movie.

What role is Charles Melton being considered for?

Charles Melton is in talks to play the role of Kakashi in the 'Naruto' movie.

What other projects is Charles Melton known for?

Charles Melton is known for his roles in 'The Boys' and 'Riverdale'.

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 11 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 11 distinct news outlets with 15 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 12.
  • Primary Driver: Charles Melton is in final talks to play Kakashi in the upcoming live-action 'Naruto' movie.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

Charles Melton is in final talks to play Kakashi in the upcoming live-action 'Naruto' movie. The news broke today, with multiple outlets confirming the development. TheWrap, ScreenRant, MovieWeb, Gizmodo and The Hollywood Reporter all cite Melton's ongoing discussions with the production team. The Hollywood Reporter's report is exclusive.

The news comes as the live-action adaptation of the popular anime series 'Naruto' gains momentum. Destin Daniel Cretton, known for his work on 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,' is directing the film. Melton, recognized for his role in 'The Boys' and 'Riverdale,' is a strong fit for the iconic character of Kakashi. The deal is not yet finalized.

According to TheWrap, Melton is in final talks. The Hollywood Reporter's exclusive report does not specify whether an agreement has been reached.

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