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Disney Begins Filming Live-Action Remake of “Tangled” in Spain
6/29/2026, 1:13:16 PM
Tangled Live-Action Production Launch in Spain
Production on Disney’s live-action adaptation of the 2010 animated film *Tangled* began in late June 2025 at the Ciudad de la Luz studios in Alicante, Spain. Additional shooting will take place in Valdegovía and other sites across the Valencian Community. The schedule calls for roughly eight months of principal photography.
Background: Disney’s Decade of Live-Action Remakes
Following the box-office success of the 2015 live-action *Cinderella*, Disney has pursued a systematic program of reimagining its animated catalog. A *Tangled* remake was first announced in 2020, postponed after the under-performance of *Snow White* in March 2025, and then green-lit for the current Spain-based shoot.
Cast and Creative Team
- Director: Michael Gracey (*The Greatest Showman*)
- Flynn Rider: Milo Manheim
- Rapunzel: Teagan Croft
- Mother Gothel: Kathryn Hahn
- Original character: Diego Luna (role undisclosed)
Juanfran Pérez Llorca, president of the Generalitat Valenciana, confirmed the Alicante studio as the production’s “coordination center.”
Production Timeline and Locations
| Date | Milestone | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Late June 2025 | Principal photography begins | Ciudad de la Luz, Alicante |
| July 2025 – February 2026 | On-location filming | Valdegovía and surrounding areas |
| Early 2026 | Expected wrap of principal photography | — |
No official release date has been announced.
Financial Context of the Original Film
The animated *Tangled* earned $592.5 million worldwide against a $260 million production budget, cementing its status as a high-earning, fan-favored Disney property.
Official Statements & Responses
Director Michael Gracey said he is “thrilled and excited to be filming in Spain, which offers the perfect creative setting to bring the story of *Tangled* to life.”
Juanfran Pérez Llorca described the studio complex as the project’s “coordination center,” underscoring regional government support.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I am thrilled and excited to be filming in Spain, which offers the perfect creative setting to bring the story of Tangled to life.” — Michael Gracey, Director
- “coordination center.” — Juanfran Pérez Llorca, President of the Generalitat Valenciana
- “The hair is reminiscent of the end of the movie (spoilers, sorry).” — Collider report
- “Everything changes when the outlaw Flynn Ryder gets into her tower by accident when trying to escape with the lost princess' crown.” — CBR article
- “5 million, not a huge sum considering its $260 million budget, but it went on to become a major fan-favorite.” — CBR article
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources concur on the start date and primary locations, but details about Diego Luna’s original character remain undisclosed. The technique for Rapunzel’s shortened hairstyle—whether achieved with wigs, CGI, or practical effects—has not been confirmed.
What’s Next
Filming will continue through early 2026, after which Disney is expected to announce additional casting and a tentative release window. The project is positioned to join Disney’s broader slate of live-action adaptations slated for the late 2020s.
