Kathryn Hahn Eyes Mother Gothel Role in Live-Action Tangled
The Marvel actress who captivated audiences as Agatha Harkness may trade her witch hat for another villainous role in Disney's upcoming fairy tale adaptation.
Kathryn Hahn might swap her Marvel witch persona for Disney villainy. The actress who brought Agatha Harkness to life is reportedly negotiating to portray Mother Gothel in Disney's upcoming live-action Tangled film.
Sources close to the production indicate Hahn would take on the manipulative adoptive mother who kidnapped Rapunzel as an infant. The character differs from traditional fairy tale versions. Disney's Mother Gothel exploits the princess's luminous hair for its youth-preserving magic.
Casting Momentum Builds
Disney hasn't confirmed the casting news yet. The studio announced Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder casting just yesterday. Teagan Croft from HBO Max's Titans will play the tower-bound princess. Milo Manheim, known for Disney's Zombies movies, landed the reformed thief role.
Hahn brings proven witch credentials to the table. Her recent performance in Agatha All Along demonstrated both her supernatural acting chops and vocal abilities. Those singing skills could prove essential for Mother Gothel's memorable musical numbers.
Production Details Emerge
Michael Gracey will direct the adaptation. The filmmaker previously helmed The Greatest Showman and the upcoming Better Man. Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, who wrote Thor: Love and Thunder, is crafting the screenplay.
The story follows Disney's 2010 animated hit closely. Rapunzel discovers the world beyond her tower prison when Flynn Ryder accidentally stumbles into her life. Their adventure reveals her true identity and royal heritage.
Release Timeline Uncertain
No filming schedule has been announced. The project joins Disney's expanding slate of live-action remakes. Recent adaptations like the upcoming Snow White and Lilo & Stitch suggest the studio plans to stay faithful to original storylines.
Hahn's potential casting represents a natural progression from her Marvel witch work. The actress proved she can balance comedy with menace while delivering memorable musical performances.