Tangled live-action first look leaves fans torn as Disney announces release date
Tangled live-action first look divides fans as Disney sets 2028 date

Disney has confirmed the release date for the live-action remake of Tangled: March 31, 2028. The announcement came as a first look at the film leaked online from the D23 fan event, showing the cast in costume and confirming filming in Spain.

First Look at D23

A sneak peek was shared at a D23 fan event taking place this week, with the clip being leaked on social media, showing Teagan Croft as Rapunzel, Milo Manheim as Flynn Rider and Kathryn Hahn as Mother Gothel. The clip also sees the cast confirm they are currently filming in Spain, appearing in their costume as they say hello to fans watching from the event.

The short clip sent fans into a frenzy, with many sharing their excitement. One person commented on Instagram: "This is the most perfect casting after Cinderella", as another admitted they "can't wait."

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Fan Reactions

A third replied: "Feels like I’m watching Disneyland actors", as a fourth wrote: "I'm excited but I'm still sad that Antonio Cipriano wasn't casted as Flynn." On X, a fifth stated: "Rapunzel and Flynn already got the chemistry down in like 30 seconds of footage. Disney might actually cook with this one, not gonna lie."

But, many were distracted by one star's resemblance to another famous face. One person penned on Instagram: "I thought that was Rachel McAdams!" Another wrote: "She looks so much like a young Rachel McAdams!" A third replied: "Is that AI young Rachael McAdams?" Over on X, another asked: "Why did I think that she looked like Rachel McAdams please tell me I’m not crazy."

Release Date Confirmed

However, not everyone is convinced, one person wrote: "Bro I am so afraid it’s one of my favorite Disney movie…" Another fumed: "I'm really getting tired of these remakes." A third replied: "Why can’t they just create new stories instead of turning already great ones into mediocre money grabs."

With filming currently underway, many fans are wondering when they can tune in to the brand new release. But in disappointing news, they will be waiting a while as Disney Studios confirmed that the film will be released on March 31, 2028. Taking to Instagram, the Disney Studios account wrote: "Best day ever! Disney’s live-action Tangled is coming to theaters March 31, 2028."

One person fumed: "2028 they are already filming, why is it going to take so long", as another echoed: "2028!?!?!?" However, one excited fan stated: "BEST! ANNOUNCEMENT! EVER!"

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