Live-Action Under Ninja Announces Main Cast & Release Date
In a world that seems peaceful on the surface, secret ninja organizations continue to operate under government orders in Japan. Kurō Kumogakure, an unemployed novice ninja, suddenly receives a major mission—to protect the country from foreign threats. With his laid-back style and unique combat skills, Kurō is caught in a shadow war between ninja factions, government agents, and global organizations.
Official Announcement & Main Cast
According to the official Under Ninja site, this live-action adaptation of Kengo Hanazawa’s manga is in production, directed by Yuichi Fukuda. Kento Yamazaki plays Kurō Kumogakure, an unemployed novice ninja, while Minami Hamabe stars as Ayaka Noguchi, a high school student drawn into the conflict.
Release Date & Format
- Japan Release Date: January 24, 2025
- Duration: approximately 123 minutes
- Production: Fuji TV, Kodansha, and Toho
Creative Team & Supporting Cast
- Director & Screenwriter: Yuichi Fukuda (Gintama, Saint Young Men)
- Original Manga: Kengo Hanazawa (serialized since 2018 in Weekly Young Magazine)
- Supporting Cast: Shotaro Mamiya, Mai Shiraishi, Amane Okayama, Chihiro Yamamoto, Ryōtarō Sakaguchi, Mitsuru Hirata, and more.
History & Context
The Under Ninja anime (12 episodes) aired from October to December 2023 on TBS/BS11 and streamed globally via Crunchyroll.
The manga centers on Kurō, an unemployed low-level ninja suddenly assigned to infiltrate a high school, becoming entangled in battles between ninja factions, government agents, and dark organizations in modern Japan.
For further updates such as trailers and behind-the-scenes features, check the official site and film’s Twitter account:
Synopsis Live-Action Under Ninja
Conclusion
With a top-tier cast and experienced production team, this adaptation looks promising. Fans of the *Under Ninja* anime or manga will be eager to see its gritty modern ninja action on the big screen. Stay tuned for further updates, including trailers and behind-the-scenes looks at the cast!
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Some information in this article is based on references from Under Ninja Official Site , Wikipedia – Under Ninja and Otaku USA Magazine .
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