Disney is making a live-action Hercules even though there have already been so many Superman movies
The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed some rumors that have been swirling around for the past days: Disney is indeed developing a live-action remake of its Hercules movie, and while Joe and Anthony Russo aren’t directing (as some rumors claimed), they are going to produce. THR says that someone with Marvel experience will be involved, though, with Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings writer Dave Callaham working on the script. That’s about all we know, as this project is very early, and with everything still shut down in the movie industry it’s probably way too early to start talking about casting. That being said, THR notes that “enthusiasts” have suggested Idris Elba and Ryan Gosling as potential stars, which is absurd unless they’re playing Hades. Hell, even then it would be an odd departure, since James Woods’ performance in the original—despite his whole… deal these days—is a fun, low-key read on a very over-the-top character.
