Scarlett Johansson in Talks for Disney’s Live-Action Tangled: Everything We Know So Far

https://www.hollywood.com/movies/october-3-is-mean-girls-day-heres-how-to-watch-all-three-movies-61030476Disney is once again diving into its vault of modern classics, this time reviving Tangled for a live-action remake. The beloved 2010 animated film, which brought Rapunzel’s story to life with humor, music, and heartfelt emotion, is reportedly in early development with The Greatest Showman director Michael Gracey at the helm. Even more exciting, Scarlett Johansson is said to be in talks to play the film’s iconic villain, Mother Gothel.

What Is Tangled?

Originally released in 2010, Tangled reimagined the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale of Rapunzel — the long-haired princess locked away in a tower. Featuring the voices of Mandy Moore as Rapunzel and Zachary Levi as Flynn Rider, the animated musical became one of Disney’s most beloved modern stories.The movie was both a creative and commercial success, earning over $592 million worldwide and introducing memorable songs like “When Will My Life Begin?” and “I See the Light.” It also helped kickstart Disney’s animation resurgence alongside The Princess and the Frog, paving the way for hits like Frozen, Zootopia, and Moana.

Live Action Tangled: What We Know So Far

According to Deadline, Scarlett Johansson is currently in talks to star as Mother Gothel, the manipulative witch who steals baby Rapunzel to harness the magic of her golden hair. The character was originally voiced by Donna Murphy in the animated version and remains one of Disney’s most cunning villains.While no casting for Rapunzel or Flynn Rider has been confirmed, fans are already speculating about who could take on the roles that made Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi household names.

Director Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman, Better Man) is attached to direct, while Jennifer Kaytin Robinson (Do Revenge, I Know What You Did Last Summer) is writing the screenplay. The live-action version is expected to closely follow the original’s story of freedom, love, and self-discovery — with some new twists for modern audiences.

Release Date

Disney has not announced an official release date for the Tangled live-action movie, but reports suggest the project is still in early development. If casting and production move forward in 2025, filming could begin sometime in 2026, setting up a potential release window in late 2027 or 2028.

For now, fans will have to wait for Disney to officially confirm the project and Scarlett Johansson’s involvement. But given Disney’s track record with recent remakes like The Little Mermaid and the upcoming Moana, Tangled looks poised to be another magical trip down memory lane.