Disney’s Live‑Action Tangled Gains Momentum as Leads Are Cast
Disney’s live‑action adaptation of the beloved animated classic Tangled is finally gaining momentum, with the studio reviving the long‑paused project following the official casting of its two lead stars.
The film will be directed by Michael Gracey, the filmmaker behind The Greatest Showman, with a script from Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, who is known for Thor: Love and Thunder and I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025). Over the years, rumors and casting guesses have kept the fanbase buzzing, with many wondering who would ultimately fill the iconic roles, including speculation that Scarlett Johansson might play the villainous Mother Gothel.
Disney Channel favorite Milo Manheim of the Zombies franchise will play the charming outlaw Flynn Rider, while Teagan Croft, best known for playing Raven in DC’s Titans, steps into the role of the spirited Rapunzel. With these key roles officially casted, anticipation is building for Disney’s live-action reimagining of the beloved hit 2010 animated hit.
Photo: Disney Studios via Instagram
Tangled joins a growing list of Disney animated classics getting the live-action treatment, following the 2025 releases of Snow White and Lilo & Stitch, and the upcoming 2026 debut of Moana. The move also aligns with Disney’s ongoing strategy of revisiting proven franchises — a trend driven by the studio’s reliance on familiar brands to anchor its theatrical slate and strengthen long‑term streaming value. With a global box office of approximately $591.8 million, a 2012 short, Tangled Ever After, and a series on Disney Channel, it is no wonder why Disney is moving forward with a remake of this beloved franchise. Given the mixed reactions to Snow White and Lilo & Stitch, all eyes will be on Tangled to see whether it lives up to the buzz.
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The casting was first reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Disney later confirmed the news via its official Instagram announcement. Actor portraits sourced from Milo Manheim’s and Teagan Croft’s public InstaMoviesgram accounts. Images used for editorial purposes with attribution.
