Disney have played a blinder with some of the recent remakes such as Dumbo, Aladdin and The Lion King and now they will be working on developing a live-action adaptation of the 1997 classic, Hercules.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the studio has hired Dave Callaham to write the script - he is (one of many) brains behind the Expendables franchise and also write Marvel's upcoming Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.
It has also been reported that Avengers: Endgame and Infinity War filmmakers Joe and Anthony Russo will produce the film (but not direct) via their production company, AGBO.
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The original film, which was released 23 years ago, follows the young Hercules (Tate Donovan) - Zeus' son - who was snatched by Hades (James Woods) and forced to live among mortals as half-man, half-God.
Retaining super human strength, Hercules needs to perform a rite of passage on Earth to prove himself worthy of living on Mount Olympus with the help of a Danny Devito-voiced satyr he learns what really makes a hero.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, the new Hercules is in early development, and this being a Disney title, rumors have already swirled about other producers and even filmmakers. The Russos are the only producers on the project and will not direct, according to insiders.
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In recent weeks, casting rumours have also been knocking around which were spurred by Ariana Grande's performance of 'I Won't Say I'm in Love' - a song from the film.
Fans called upon her to take on the role of Megara, the female lead and there was even a Change.org petition set up. Other names such as Idris Elba and Ryan Gosling have also floated around.
LADbible has contacted Disney for a statement confirming the news.
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