After speculations and news of Moana and Tangled getting live-action remakes, Disney is all set to start working on a movie on the Greek God Hercules. Son of Zeus, Hercules needs to have his story told, away from the shadows of his powerful father.
With big industry names like the Russo Brothers and Guy Ritchie linked to the project, fans expect nothing but the best from the story and the characters in the narrative. Although the movie’s rumors have been around for over two years, we are yet to see any considerable progress made on the same, which includes finalizing the titular actor.
Austin Butler and Taron Egerton in the running to play Hercules in Disney remake
Both the actors garnered major fame for their incredible performances in recent projects. Austin Butler’s Elvis chartered to the top of the box office while Taron Egerton’s Rocketman was magical, to say the least. They have the expertise to sing as most Disney movies require and even take on intricate action scenes in an iconic Herculean manner.
However, the reigning sentiment in the fandom is to have Egerton land the role since he is in great shape and can sing very well. Moreover, many believe Egerton is an underrated actor who deserves way more attention and recognition than he gets.
Another reason why Egerton seems like the perfect choice is because of his past voice role in the animated movie Sing. The actor has dazzled the audience with his musical prowess on more than one occasion.
Disney is reportedly eyeing Taron Egerton and Austin Butler for the role of #Hercules in the live-action ‘HERCULES’ film.
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— Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) May 24, 2024
Taron Egerton is ready for this 💪 pic.twitter.com/3fB7k50CKV
— AnthonyFilmLog🎥🍿 (@Anthonysfilmlog) May 24, 2024
Taron Egerton and Dua Lipa as the leads 😩😩😩 pic.twitter.com/de1NpTiWdK
— ItsJarl (@ItzJarl) May 24, 2024
Taron can sing AND do action scenes.
He's the second coming of Hugh Jackman.
— Kuya Arbin (@KuyaArbin) May 24, 2024
Taron is the only option!!!😍 pic.twitter.com/srtxJLE4e8
— H (@Finnslytherin89) May 24, 2024
Zane Phillips or Taron Egerton,
please NOT Austin Butler!
I don’t want to hear Hercules sounding like Elvis Presley, thank you very much.
— Roi Orchid (@whitepaladinroi) May 24, 2024
Him. JUST HIM!! pic.twitter.com/qFZzNm8YHU
— Coral (OCD 🖖) (@Corallations) May 24, 2024
TARON please. He should have gotten an Oscar nomination for Rocketman. And he actually sung Elton's songs.
— Fangirling While Black (@FangirlWBTarot) May 24, 2024
Being cast as Hercules in the Disney live-action remake is truly a golden opportunity for any actor. Not only will they receive a global platform to showcase their talent, but also explore their diverse range of talents. The movie is set to have everything from romance and drama to action and comedy, letting the lead actor flex all his acting muscles.
Fans demand Zane Phillips or Nicholas Galitzine to be cast as Hercules
Ever since the news of the movie broke, fans have been finding the perfect actor to take on this iconic role. More users have joined the discussion and suggested that Zane Phillips, or The Idea of You fame Nicholas Galitzine be cast as Hercules. They believe the actors have the strong build to adapt to the role and make for a believable Hercules.
Zane Phillips is right there pic.twitter.com/PvjdfTZlhg
— Nolan Holloway (@NolanHollolkfd) May 24, 2024
Here is my GREEK GOD 🇬🇷 Nicholas Galitzine pic.twitter.com/J7qomZGWzj
— 🐱Loey (@ljaljui) May 25, 2024
Ultimately, we hope the makers of the movie make the right choice and cast an actor who deserves to be the powerful Greek God in all his might. A growing fear among the masses is to have Hercules reduced to a joke which would be squandering such a massive opportunity to get people back in the theatres. If done right, Disney could have the greatest hit with Hercules in their hands.
Frequently asked questions
Who is rumored to be cast as Hercules in Disney’s live-action remake?
Austin Butler, known for his role in Elvis, has reportedly been considered for the title role, alongside Taron Egerton of Rocketman. As of the report, no casting had been finalized, and the project, linked to the Russo Brothers and Guy Ritchie, had seen little public progress despite two years of rumors.
Why do fans prefer Taron Egerton for the Hercules role?
Fans have pointed to Egerton’s strong physical shape, singing ability, and prior voice role in the animated film Sing as reasons he suits the part. Many consider him an underrated actor deserving of a bigger platform, and have voiced this preference across social media.
Are there other actors fans want considered for Hercules?
Yes, some fans have suggested Zane Phillips or Nicholas Galitzine, known for The Idea of You, as alternative choices for the physically demanding role. The broader concern among fans is that miscasting could undermine the character and waste Disney’s opportunity to bring audiences back to theaters.
