Disney's live-action Tangled fans are one step closer to seeing Rapunzel and Flynn Rider return to the big screen. Screenwriter Michael "Mikey" Montemayor has celebrated the movie's wrap by sharing a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the highly anticipated reimagining.
Taking to Instagram on Friday, October 30, he announced, "That's a wrap on Tangled!!" Montemayor revealed that he had been writing movies since he was 19 and described the opportunity to work with Disney on four projects this year as "a miracle in the making."
His announcement came with a carousel, beginning with an image of a Tangled script. Another picture showed him posing at the movie's table read, while the remaining snapshots offered additional glimpses of his experience working on the Disney project.
He ended his post by teasing, "More to come soon!" For the unversed, Montemayor is part of the writing team behind Disney's upcoming live-action adaptation of the beloved 2010 animated classic. He joined Jennifer Kaytin Robinson as a co-writer, contributing to the screenplay revisions for the new adaptation.
The original animated film was written by Dan Fogelman. The update has already sparked excitement among fans, who flooded the comments with congratulatory messages.
"Congratsss really excited to see it," one fan wrote. Another fan exclaimed, "GIVE IT TO ME ASAP BABY." A third fan shared their enthusiasm, declaring, "The only live action I'm excited for!!!" The project represents a major milestone for the studio's growing slate of classic animated updates.
Disney has invested heavily in bringing its animated crown jewels into the modern era with live-action spectacles. Tangled remains one of the most beloved entries in the studio's modern Renaissance, boasting millions of dedicated fans worldwide.
The casting for the lead roles of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider has been a subject of intense speculation across social media platforms. Industry insiders note that production teams are taking their time to ensure the adaptation honors the spirit of the original.
As script revisions and foundational planning officially wrap up, pre-production is expected to accelerate in the coming months. Crew members and creative leads are currently finalizing locations, set designs, and visual effects pipelines.
Disney's live-action Tangled is currently scheduled to hit theaters on March 31, 2028, giving fans plenty of reason to look forward to Rapunzel's next big-screen adventure as the studio prepares for the next phase of production.