As reported on Variety, a live-action remake of Disney’s Hercules is currently in early development, with Joe and Anthony Russo producing through their AGBO production company. The 1997 animated movie was a retelling of the Hercules legend directed by Ron Clements and John Musker.
Given that Hercules would be a live-action film that is steeped in action, Disney has hired action specialist Dave Callaham to write the script. Callaham has credits on movies like Godzilla and Zombieland: Double Tap, as well as the upcoming Wonder Woman 1984. As with any live-action remake, casting possibilities have been swirling about the internet, with some actors throwing their names into the ring for consideration.
Glee star Amber Riley is making it known that she would like to be cast as one of the Muses for this live-action remake, tweeting out her desire to Disney. Then we have Josh Gad, who instead of volunteering himself, feels that Ariana Grande would be a great choice for Meg. “She would amazing as Meg, she would be perfect, I would love to see that happen,” Gad told Variety in an interview.
Um, hello 👋🏾 @DisneyStudios remember me! 😌 #AmberAsAMuse https://t.co/oSBsYXb40n
— Amber Patrice Riley (@MsAmberPRiley) April 30, 2020
Both Riley and Grande have the musical chops, but will this live-action follow in the musical footsteps of its animated predecessor? After all, the live-action remake of Mulan doesn’t have the musical elements of its animated counterpart, so it depends on who eventually directs and their vision for the film.
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