Disney could definitely pull off a live-action adaptation of a certain beloved animated movie, particularly after the success ofWickedwith critics and audiences. Directed by Jon M. Chu,Wickedadapts the 2003 Broadway musical and offers a powerful story of how Cynthia Erivo’sElphaba Thropp overcomes judgment for her green skin, her friendship with the popular Galinda Upland (Ariana Grande-Butera), and her eventual rise as the Wicked Witch of the West. Although it only covers act one of the musical, the movie was critically acclaimed for its powerful performances, stellar sets and costumes, and effective usage ofWicked’siconic songs.
Meanwhile,Disney has released many live-action remakesof their animated classics, with the new iterations ofCinderella,The Jungle Book, andBeauty and the Beastranked as some of their highest-grossing. While there have been mixed results with remakes ofDumbo,The Lion King,andPinocchio, there are plans for further live-action adaptations.Disney’s growing list of upcoming live-action remakesincludesLilo and Stitch,Moana, andSnow White. Given thatFrozenis one of their most critically and commercially successful animated movies,Disney will certainly attempt to pull off a live-action adaptation and the recent success ofWickedconfirms its potential.
Wicked Made Me Realize How Great A Live-Action Frozen Movie Would Be
Frozen Is One Of The Most Successful Animated Movies Of All Time
Released in 2013,Frozenfeatures a story of self-discovery, family, and love and quickly rose to becomeone of the highest-grossing movies of all time. Created by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee,Frozenis one of the most successful animated movies in the Disney company’s history, completely flippingthe dynamic of Disney princessesthrough its depiction of the bond between sisters, Anna and Elsa, and its stunning soundtrack. Now,Wicked’ssuccess with critics and at the box office gives an idea of how big aFrozenlive-action movie could be.
I’ve Watched Wicked 4 Times & This Is Still The Movie’s Best Scene
I’ve seen Wicked on the stage and screen, but there’s one scene in the movie that made me appreciate Elphaba & Galinda’s story in a whole new way.
Similar toWicked, Disney’sFrozenfocuses onthe relationship between Anna and Elsa, two sisters who are forcibly separated through circumstances and tragedy, and is set in the visually stunning world of Arendelle, inspired by the Norwegian towns of Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, and Røros (viaFjordTours).Frozenalso has many amazing musical sequences, including “For the First Time in Forever,” and the Oscar-winning “Let It Go.“If Disney does go through with making a live-action movie ofFrozen, they should useWickedas their blueprintfor production design, casting, and soundtrack.
Elsa in Disney’sFrozenis voiced by Idina Menzel, who originated the role of Elphaba Thropp in the Broadway production ofWicked.
A Live-Action Adaptation Of Frozen Has Been Anticipated For Years
Elsa and Anna in Frozen
Since the release ofFrozen IIin 2019, rumors have speculated thata live-action adaptation ofFrozenis in the works at Disney Studios. While it is known that Disney has several other remakes in development, includingtheir upcoming live-action adaptations ofHerculesandTangled, there has not yet been any confirmation of a live-actionFrozenremake.Disney appears to be focusing their attention on the third animated installment in theFrozenfranchise,Frozen III,expected to be released in November 2027, which may push back any plans for a live-action remake.
If Disney experiences critical and financial success with its upcoming live-action movies, it is possible that they would push the date forward for aFrozenremake.
However, if Disney experiences critical and financial success with its upcoming live-action movies, it is possible that they would push the date forward for aFrozenremake. TheSnow Whiteremake is already setting recordswhilethe official trailer for theLilo and Stitchlive-action moviehas debuted, the movie scheduled for release in May 2025. Depending on how well these titles andMoanaespecially do, Disney could begin production on aFrozenremake sooner than anticipated. While no production date has been announced, if they look toWicked’ssuccess, Disney will easily pull off a live-action adaptation of one of their most celebrated movies.
Wicked
Cast
Wicked adapts the Broadway musical into a two-part film, following the unlikely friendship between Elphaba, born with green skin, and Glinda, a popular aristocrat, in the Land of Oz. As they navigate their contrasting paths, they evolve into Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
Frozen
Frozen, released in 2013, follows young princess Anna of Arendelle on a perilous quest to halt an eternal winter cast by her sister, Elsa. Joined by Kristoff, his reindeer Sven, and snowman Olaf, Anna navigates themes of friendship, courage, family, and love in her journey.
