Joe Russo confirms live-adaptation of 'Hercules' inspired by TikTok, fans say 'don't make it modern'

'Don't change the music, don't make it too modern with the tik tok trends. I just want a simple Hercules,' said a fan
UPDATED NOV 3, 2022
The Russo Brothers are ready to create the 1997's Disney classic 'Hercules' into live-action (IMDb and Jay L Clendenin/Getty Image)
The Russo Brothers are ready to create the 1997's Disney classic 'Hercules' into live-action (IMDb and Jay L Clendenin/Getty Image)

Disney fans assemble as we have got good news for you all. As we know there have been a couple of live adaptions of Disney classic movies, there is one more which adds to its list. The Russo brothers, Joe and Anthony Russo, have returned to Marvel's parent company, Disney, to co-produce the 1997 'Hercules' in live-action, said reports.

The classic film which is loosely based on the legendary hero 'Hercules,' the son of Zeus, in Greek mythology, featured the voices of Tate Donovan, Danny DeVito, James Woods, and Susan Egan. It was helmed by John Musker, and Ron Clements, however, for the new movie the Russo brothers have decided to stick with Guy Ritchie, who helmed the 2019's Disney 'Aladdin' live adaptation that featured Will Smith as Genie. Regardless, after this movie surfaced online fans are excited to watch the film but have a small doubt due to one of the statements that the Russo brothers made. Read more to find out. 

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In a conversation with Variety, Joe revealed the new 'Hercules' movie will be a musical with an unconventional twist as it will be inspired by Tiktok. He said, "Audiences today have been trained by TikTok, right? What is their expectation of what that musical looks like and feels like? That can be a lot of fun and help us push the boundaries a little bit on how you execute a modern musical.” 

After this news broke on the internet, fans are happy with the news of the live-adaption of the classic animated Disney movie but are doubtful of the Tiktok factor. A fan said, "Naw. Gospel or bust. Don't change the music, don't make it too modern with the tik tok trends. I just want a simple Hercules that has some jams and makes me laugh," while another added, "hercules is my favorite film of all time I can’t watch this happen."

A fan wrote, "God I am so ready, I LOVE the original Hercules and I have no idea what inspired by TikTok could possibly mean unless it's just going to be Hercules gaining fame through the ancient Grecian version of the app? Can't wait to find out even if it is a wreck." A fan questioned, "I have no problem with Hercules being a musical the original was but inspired by TikTok?" Lastly, a fan tweeted, "I LOVE HERCULES WITH ALL MY HEART!!!!!!!"



 



 



 



 



 

Although the Russo brother has not revealed who they think might be cast in the live-action, it is least to say fans are excited yet doubtful. However, there is a piece of sad news for all Marvel fans. “We won’t be ready to do anything with Marvel until the end of the decade,” Joe said.

This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.
 

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