Milo Manheim and Teagan Croft Meet Tangled’s Live Action Stars: The Perfect Rapunzel & Flynn Rider Casting

Disney’s official Instagram announcement lit social media ablaze: “Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim ARE Rapunzel and Flynn Rider in the live-action reimagining of Disney’s Tangled. Coming only to theaters.” The casting, first reported by The Hollywood Reporter, followed intense London screen tests where finalists including Sadie Sink, Isabel May, and Emma Myers competed for Rapunzel—Croft emerged victorious.

Teagan Croft, 21, brings Titans gravitas to the tower-bound princess. The Australian actress’s Raven showcased emotional depth and physicality perfect for Rapunzel’s journey from sheltered dreamer to lantern-lit adventurer. Her wide-eyed innocence paired with steel-core determination mirrors Mandy Moore’s vocal warmth while promising grounded live-action authenticity.

Milo Manheim, 24, embodies Flynn Rider’s roguish charm. Camryn Manheim’s son dominated Disney Channel as Zombies’ undead heartthrob Zed, blending charisma, physical comedy, and soulful vulnerability. Side-by-side photos reveal uncanny resemblance to Zachary Levi’s animated smolder—Milo posted “I have seen the light” alongside Flynn concept art, pledging “I will do him justice.”

Directed by Michael Gracey, whose Greatest Showman delivered Hugh Jackman-starrer musical spectacle, Tangled promises live-action grandeur. Jennifer Kaytin Robinson (Thor: Love and Thunder) pens the screenplay. Alan Menken and Glenn Slater’s Oscar-nominated score (“I See the Light”) likely returns with new songs. Production accelerates for 2027 theatrical release.

Fan reactions explode: Reddit’s r/boxoffice hails “perfect Gen Z casting,” praising Croft’s dramatic chops elevating Rapunzel beyond princess stereotype. Manheim’s Disney Channel fanbase erupts—Zombies TikTok edits flood with Flynn parallels. Scarlett Johansson rumored for Mother Gothel adds villainous star power.

Disney’s live-action strategy thrives post-Moana, Lion King, Aladdin multibillion hauls. Tangled’s $592M original plus Broadway pedigree guarantees box office dominance. Gracey’s musical expertise plus Croft/Manheim chemistry positions this as potential franchise launcher—expect sequels, spinoffs.

Croft’s Titans intensity grounds Rapunzel’s empowerment arc; Manheim’s charm humanizes Flynn’s redemption. Together they capture the original’s perfect balance: fairy tale magic meets relatable romance. Early concept art teases photoreal Pascal chameleon, live-action tower escape, kingdom lantern festival grandeur.

Strategic timing: Disney accelerates post-strikes, capitalizing on Gen Z nostalgia. Manheim’s Disney loyalty plus Croft’s DC crossover appeal maximizes merch, soundtrack, park tie-ins. Expect “I See the Light” duets dominating TikTok by 2027.

Milo Manheim and Teagan Croft don’t just inherit Tangled icons—they evolve them for live-action era. From Titans tower to Disney kingdom, this duo promises lantern-lit magic that demands theatrical spectacle. Mark calendars—Rapunzel’s hair drops soon.