Teagan Croft, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider from 'Tangled'; and Milo Manheim
Walt Disney Pictures has finally found its new Rapunzel and Flynn Rider.
After months of auditions and global searches, the Tangled live-action movie now has its leads.
Australian actress Teagan Croft will play Rapunzel.
Milo Manheim steps in as the charming rogue Flynn Rider.
The announcement ends a long and closely watched casting process.
Disney’s modern animated classic is officially moving forward in live-action form.
A Fresh Take on a Beloved Disney Classic
Released in 2010, Tangled became a standout success for Disney Animation.
The film helped define the studio’s second renaissance era.
Its blend of humor, heart, and music won global audiences.
The movie earned $591 million worldwide and inspired a hit Disney Channel series.
Now, Disney aims to recreate that magic for a new generation.
The Tangled live-action movie will retain its musical soul.
Meet the New Rapunzel and Flynn Rider
Teagan Croft takes on the role of Rapunzel.
She portrays the curious princess with magical golden hair.
Croft is best known for playing Raven in DC’s Titans.
The series ran from 2018 to 2023 across DC Universe and HBO Max.
She also starred in Netflix’s True Spirit.
The film chronicled sailor Jessica Watson’s solo journey around the world.
Milo Manheim brings Flynn Rider to life.
He is widely recognized for Disney Channel’s Zombies franchise.
Across four films, Manheim showcased strong musical range.
The series blended upbeat songs with outsider themes and young romance.
He also appeared in Paramount+ series School Spirits.
On stage, he starred as Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors.
Creative Team Behind the Tangled Live-Action Movie
Michael Gracey will direct the film.
He previously helmed The Greatest Showman and Better Man.
His experience with large-scale musical storytelling fits the project well.
Disney plans to lean heavily into music again.
Kristin Burr serves as producer.
She previously worked on Cruella and Freakier Friday.
The script comes from Jennifer Kaytin Robinson.
Her credits include Do Revenge and Thor: Love and Thunder.
Lucy Kitada joins as executive producer.
A Careful and Competitive Casting Process
Disney did not rush the casting.
The studio searched across the U.S. and the U.K.
Finalists screen-tested in London during December.
The process concluded before the winter holidays.
Executives wanted actors who could honor the original.
They also sought performers who could carry a massive franchise.
Croft and Manheim now follow Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi.
The original voice actors helped define the animated characters.
Career Stakes and Fan Expectations
Landing a Disney live-action lead can be career-defining.
Such films often dominate the global box office.
Recent examples prove the potential scale.
Live-action Lilo & Stitch crossed the billion-dollar mark worldwide.
However, fan expectations remain intense.
Many viewers grew up rewatching Tangled endlessly.
Beloved songs and characters invite close scrutiny.
Disney is aware of that emotional investment.
What’s Next for Tangled
Casting is still ongoing for key roles.
The villain Mother Gothel remains unannounced.
Scarlett Johansson was once linked to the role.
That plan no longer appears active.
With leads now confirmed, production momentum builds.
Disney’s lanterns are rising once again.
The Tangled live-action movie is officially taking shape.
Fans can expect music, spectacle, and a fresh retelling ahead.
