Cheers erupted across the internet yesterday, as it was confirmed that Disney’s next live-action remake will be none other than the mythical Greek superheroHercules. Well, it did not take long for excited fans to take to social media and let the world know who they would like cast in these cherished roles.
WithAvengers: Endgamedirectors Joe and Anthony Russo akaThe Russo Brothers on board as producers, fans have understandably looked towards the Marvel Cinematic Universe for casting inspiration, with one fan saying that ifThor: Ragnorakstar and walking bicep Chris Hemsworth is not cast as the titularHerculesthen “…what’s the point?”.
AnotherHerculesfan has cast the net even wider within the MCU, casting all the main roles with Marvel alumni, peggingBlack Widowstar Scarlett Johansson as Meg,Captain Americahimself Chris Evans as Hercules and has even gone one further and thrown Tom Hiddleston into the mix, presumably as the wise-cracking Hades.
One global superstar that has expressed interest in taking part in the project is Ariana Grande, who has even performed songs from theclassic Disney animated moviein order to strengthen her chances. As if her case was not solid enough, one of the stars of a prior Disney live-action remake, Josh Gad, has expressed his approval of Grande playing female lead, Meg.
Gad’s feelings however are not shared by this vocalHerculesfan.
The most prominent fan-casting though has been a flurry of potential actresses and singers to play the Muses. A number of names have been suggested, withGleeactress Amber Riley being the most notable and most mentioned.
Fans also seem to be looking to the 1990’s and early 2000’s for inspiration, as there have been several mentions of Beyonce and Kelly Rowland, who of course were both members ofDestiny’s Child, as well as fans throwing the singer Brandy into the mix.
Herculesfans certainly seem to be rather unified in what they want to see from this live-action remake.
Ultimately it does not really matter who they cast in these roles so long as they bring backDanny DeVito for the role of crotchety old Satyr Phil, who takesHerculesunder his wing and provides him the montages necessary to go from hero to zero. Frankly, if Disney don’t bring DeVito back, there could well be riots.
The Russo brothers are set to produceHerculesand will be working from a script by Dave Callaham. There is also no word currently on whether or not this will be developed as aDisneytheatrical release or for Disney+, but based on the response so far, it is likely to be the former. The original confirmation regarding the remake came fromThe Hollywood Reporter.
