Naruto Creator Masashi Kishimoto's Unexpected Pick for Favorite Spider-Man Movie
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Naruto Creator Masashi Kishimoto's Unexpected Pick for Favorite Spider-Man Movie

authorBy Kim Swift
DateJul 17, 2026
Read Time2 min

In anticipation of the cinematic release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Disney and Marvel Studios are celebrating the legacy of the iconic web-slinger. A recently launched promotional documentary titled Generations: The Evolution of Spider-Man, available on Disney Plus, offers an in-depth look at the character’s live-action cinematic journey, featuring interviews with key cast, crew, and creative minds who have shaped the franchise.

Among the notable figures interviewed for the documentary is Masashi Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the globally popular manga series Naruto. Kishimoto, a self-professed ardent fan of Spider-Man, openly discusses the significant impact Peter Parker and his alter ego have had on his own comic book creations. He recounts a poignant personal memory, revealing that the first movie he and his wife watched together when they were dating was a Spider-Man film, an experience that left a lasting impression on him. Kishimoto expresses a particular fascination with Peter Parker's internal struggles and the inherent anguish of his dual identity as a superhero, finding these elements deeply compelling.

Kishimoto further elaborated on his appreciation for the complex portrayal of antagonists in the Spider-Man universe, specifically the "duality of the villains." He explained that this concept, where adversaries are not inherently evil but driven by underlying motivations, is a principle he consciously incorporates into his own work, particularly within Naruto. Demonstrating his long-standing devotion, Kishimoto appears in the documentary sporting an Amazing Fantasy #15 T-shirt and a Spider-Man logo pin, a collector's item from a Japanese DVD box set for Sam Raimi's 2002 film. Surprisingly, Kishimoto singles out The Amazing Spider-Man 2 as his preferred Spider-Man film, commending Andrew Garfield's portrayal of Peter Parker for embodying the profound weight of "great responsibility." His involvement in the documentary also aligns with Destin Daniel Cretton, the director of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, who is also helming the upcoming live-action Naruto movie. Kishimoto praised Cretton's directorial versatility, highlighting his ability to expertly balance dramatic storytelling with dynamic action sequences. While Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to hit theaters on July 31, and Generations: The Evolution of Spider-Man is now streaming, the live-action Naruto film is currently in its global casting phase with no official release date yet announced.

Masashi Kishimoto's insights underscore the profound and widespread influence of Spider-Man, not only as a global pop culture icon but also as a source of inspiration for creators across different artistic mediums. His perspective on Peter Parker's struggles and the nuanced portrayal of villains highlights universal themes that resonate deeply with audiences and artists alike, fostering creativity and a sense of shared humanity across cultural boundaries.

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