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Disney's "Tangled" Revitalizes Animation, Earns $600 Million

2/21/2025

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Disney's "Tangled," released in 2010, captivated audiences and raked in nearly $600 million, revitalizing the studio's animated legacy. By reinterpreting the beloved Rapunzel story through the adventurous lens of Rapunzel and the charming thief Flynn Ryder, Disney embraced a fresh approach that resonated with a diverse audience, paving the way for more gender-neutral titles in future films.

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Disney's "Tangled," released in 2010, captivated audiences and raked in nearly $600 million, revitalizing the studio's animated legacy. By reinterpreting the beloved Rapunzel story through the adventurous lens of Rapunzel and the charming thief Flynn Ryder, Disney embraced a fresh approach that resonated with a diverse audience, paving the way for more gender-neutral titles in future films.