Full Breakdown
Diego Luna Joins Disney’s Live-Action “Tangled”
5/2/2026, 7:26:35 AM
Core Casting Announcement
Mexican actor Diego Luna, known for Cassian Andor in Disney+’s *Andor*, has been added to Disney’s live-action adaptation of the 2010 animated feature *Tangled*. Luna will play a newly created character; details are undisclosed. He joins Australian actress Teagan Croft (Rapunzel), Milo Manheim (Flynn Rider) and Kathryn Hahn (Mother Gothel).
Background: Original Film and Disney’s Remake Strategy
*“Tangled,”* released in 2010 (some sources cite 2011), was an Academy Award-nominated musical that grossed $590-$592 million worldwide and revived Disney’s princess line-up. Disney’s live-action remake program, spanning over a decade, includes *Alice in Wonderland*, *Aladdin* and *The Lion King*, each exceeding $1 billion.
Principal Cast and Creative Team
The film is directed by Michael Gracey (*The Greatest Showman*). The screenplay is by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson and Michael Montemayor. Production is led by Kristin Burr (Burr! Productions) with Lucy Kitada as executive producer and Jessica Virtue overseeing Disney Live-Action.
Production Schedule and Location
Principal photography is slated to begin in Spain in June 2026. One source mentions additional filming in the United Kingdom, creating a minor discrepancy regarding exact locations. No official release date has been announced.
Financial and Cultural Legacy
The animated *Tangled* earned an Oscar nomination for “I See the Light,” spawned a Disney Channel series (*Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure*) and the short *Tangled Ever After*. Reported worldwide grosses range from $590 million to $592 million.
Official Statements & Production Status
Disney confirmed Luna’s casting and the June 2026 start of filming in Spain, while stating that a release date is not yet set. Production is overseen by Jessica Virtue and Burr! Productions.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Gross revenue of the original film is reported as $590 million, $591 million, or $592 million.
- Release year is listed as 2010 in most sources, but one cites 2011.
- Filming locations are given as Spain alone, with a single mention of Spain and the United Kingdom.
- No details on Luna’s character or whether he will sing have been released.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Diego Luna is letting down his hair for Tangled, Walt Disney’s live-action adaptation of its 2010 animated movie.” — The Hollywood Reporter
- “The original animated film grossed over $591 million and spawned a popular Disney Channel series.” — The Hollywood Reporter
- “Disney’s live-action remake strategy has been a company hallmark for over a decade, as films like “Alice in Wonderland,” “Aladdin” and “The Lion King” have each passed $1 billion at the box office.” — TheWrap
- “The film also spawned the pseudo-sequel, short film, Tangled Ever After, in 2012, as well as a popular Disney Channel series, Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure.” — ScreenRant
What’s Next
Filming is slated to begin in Spain in June 2026; post-production and musical development will follow. Luna’s upcoming projects include the Cannes-premiering drama *Ashes*, Netflix’s *Mexico 86*, and the thriller *Eleven Days*. Updates on release timing and further casting will be reported as production progresses.
