Disney has officially confirmed that a live-action remake of the 1997 animated film Hercules is in development. The announcement was made on April 30, with Marvel writer Dave Callaham attached to pen the script and Joe and Anthony Russo, known for Avengers: Endgame, set to produce. No director or cast has been announced yet.
Fans have taken to social media to share their casting ideas. For the Muses, popular suggestions include Amber Riley, Kelly Rowland, Jennifer Hudson, SZA, and Janelle Monae. Another user proposed reuniting Destiny's Child and adding Lizzo and Cardi B.
For the titular hero, names like Chris Pratt, Armie Hammer, and Chris Hemsworth have been floated. Hades, originally voiced by James Woods, has drawn suggestions of Jim Carrey and Jeff Goldblum. Ariana Grande and Aubrey Plaza are among those proposed for Megara.
One role that seems universally agreed upon is Philoctetes, with fans insisting Danny DeVito should reprise his voice role from the original film.
