Washington DC, July 10 -- The makers of the live-action 'Naruto' have launched a worldwide casting search to find its three lead actors who will play the roles of Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura in the film, reported Variety.

The adaptation of Masashi Kishimoto's classic manga is backed by Lionsgate. The casting search will fill the roles of Team 7: Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura. Additional casting for supporting roles will follow.

Destin Daniel Cretton, the filmmaker behind Marvel's "Shang-Chi" and the upcoming "Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is writing and directing the project.

"Kishimoto-sensei's stories have inspired generations of fans around the world, and it's an honour to bring his world and characters to the big screen in live action for t...