Spider-Man: Brand New Day Reveals Biggest Naruto Easter Egg in Blink and Miss Scene

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is full of hidden details, but one small moment has become a big talking point for anime fans. A quick scene inside Ned Leeds’ room features a Naruto poster in the background, creating an unexpected connection between Marvel’s friendly neighborhood hero and one of the most popular anime series ever made.

The Easter egg lasts only a few seconds, but it means much more than a simple background decoration. It also quietly connects to director Destin Daniel Cretton, who is leading both Spider-Man: Brand New Day and the upcoming live-action Naruto movie.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Hides a Clever Naruto Easter Egg

Marvel movies have always rewarded fans who pay close attention. From tiny background details to surprise cameos, there is almost always something hidden in every frame. Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues that tradition with a fun reference that anime fans quickly noticed. Although Spider-Man: Brand New Day doesn’t officially hit theaters until July 31, 2026, some fans have already spotted the Easter egg thanks to Amazon Prime’s exclusive early screenings on July 29 in select U.S. theaters (via Amazon).

Jacob Batalon as Ned Leeds in the film Spider-Man: Brand New Day. | Credit: Sony Pictures Releasing

During a scene set inside Ned Leeds’ room, a clear poster of Naruto can be seen hanging in the background featuring the Team 7 members Naruto, Sasuke, and Kakashi Hatake. It is a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment, but it immediately caught the attention of viewers during the early screenings. On its own, the poster could simply be a fun nod to one of the world’s biggest anime franchises. However, the timing makes it feel much more meaningful.

No recente filme do Homem Aranha (2026), um poster da série Naruto de Masashi Kishimoto, surgiu em uma das cenas onde Ned e MJ estão conversando. Lembrando que o autor participou de um documentário a respeito do Filme do Homem Aranha. pic.twitter.com/QDbjOvDmU2

Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto has openly shared his love for Spider-Man over the years. In Disney+’s Generations: The Evolution of Spider-Man documentary, Kishimoto revealed that Andrew Garfield is his favorite live-action Peter Parker. Rather than focusing on action scenes, he praised Garfield’s Spider-Man for carrying the emotional weight of being a hero.

Kishimoto explained that Peter Parker continues protecting people despite losing Gwen Stacy and carrying deep personal pain. That journey closely mirrors Naruto Uzumaki, who grows up being feared by his own village but never gives up on protecting the very people who rejected him. Both heroes continue moving forward through loss, sacrifice, and responsibility, making the connection between the two franchises feel surprisingly natural.

Destin Daniel Cretton’s Naruto Live Action Link Makes It More Special

The hidden Naruto poster becomes even more interesting because of the person behind the camera. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, who is also developing the long-awaited live-action Naruto movie. That makes the background reference feel less like a random decoration and more like a clever nod to his next major project.

Cretton has already shared that he wants the film to stay faithful to Masashi Kishimoto’s original manga instead of trying to fit the entire story into a single movie (via Inverse). He has also said that the adaptation will focus on telling one story well, giving fans hope that the beloved series will receive the care it deserves on the big screen.

The project has also taken another important step forward. Earlier this month, Naruto‘s official website confirmed that a worldwide casting search is underway for Team 7, including Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Sakura Haruno. The announcement marked one of the biggest updates the live-action adaptation has received after years of slow development.

Masashi Kishimoto is also working closely with Cretton on the project, making the Spider-Man Easter egg feel even more fitting. With the Naruto creator openly admiring Spider-Man and Cretton now bringing both franchises together through his work, the hidden poster feels like a small but meaningful bridge between two iconic worlds.

Now the big question: Are you excited to see how Destin Daniel Cretton brings Kishimoto’s world to life? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

Naruto and Naruto Shippuden are both currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.