Milo Manheim has been spotted filming Disney's upcoming live-action adaptation of "Tangled" on location in a Spanish city [1].

This production marks the first time Disney is bringing the animated fairy-tale to a live-action format. The move follows a broader corporate strategy of reimagining classic animated properties for modern audiences.

Manheim, known for his role in "School Spirits," portrays the character Flynn Rider [1, 2]. He is joined by Teagan Croft, who plays Rapunzel, and Kathryn Hahn [1, 2]. The production has transformed streets in Spain with period set pieces to recreate the kingdom's aesthetic [1].

Manheim has expressed enthusiasm for the physical demands of the role and the production's search for specific animal talent. "That's the thing I'm most excited about, whatever y'all need me to do. They're looking for a giant stallion!" Manheim said [2].

The project is a reimagining of the original animated film that was released in 2010 [3]. While the specific Spanish city remains unnamed in production reports, the use of European locations is intended to provide an authentic backdrop for the story's romanticized setting [1].

Cast and crew members have been seen on location in costume, signaling that principal photography is underway. The film aims to translate the visual style of the original animation into a tangible environment, a process that involves extensive set construction and location scouting in Spain [1, 3].

“Milo Manheim portrays the character Flynn Rider.”

The transition of 'Tangled' to live-action suggests Disney is continuing to prioritize high-recognition intellectual property over original scripts. By filming in Spain, the studio is leveraging European architecture to maintain the visual prestige associated with its fairy-tale brand, while casting younger actors like Manheim and Croft targets a Gen-Z and Alpha demographic.