Disney's ‘Tangled' Live-Action Movie on Hold Indefinitely
Disney has put the live-action version of the 2010 animated hit 'Tangled' on hold, according to sources.
The story based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale of Rapunzel was in active development with Michael Gracey, director of 'The Greatest Showman,' slated to direct. 'Thor: Love and Thunder' scribe Jennifer Kaytin Robinson was on board to write the script.
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The decision comes amid Disney's release of 'Snow White,' which has grossed a tepid $69 million to date domestically.
It's not clear whether there is a possiblity of reviving the live-action version at some point in the future.
'Tangled' made nearly $600 million worldwide during its 2010-2011 release, and was nominated for an Oscar for original song. With an 89% positive score on Rotten Tomatoes, it was a hit with both families and critics.
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