Disney’s expanding slate of live-action adaptations has found its latest scene-stealer. Kathryn Hahn is officially stepping into the role of Mother Gothel in the upcoming live-action Tangled, joining a cast that already includes Teagan Croft as Rapunzel and Milo Manheim as Flynn Rider.
The announcement arrived with her characteristic sense of mischief, revealed through a playful social media post that subtly confirmed the long-rumored casting and instantly stirred excitement among fans of the 2010 animated hit.
Behind the tower walls of this new adaptation lies a cast whose careers stretch across superhero shows, Disney Channel favorites and prestige television. Hahn, widely celebrated for her scene-stealing turn as Agatha Harkness in Marvel’s television universe, now adds another deliciously theatrical villain to her résumé.
Kathryn Hahn (Mother Gothel)
- Agatha All Along
In this Marvel universe series, Kathryn Hahn reprises her popular role as Agatha Harkness, the powerful witch who captivated audiences in WandaVision. The story follows Agatha after the events of that series as she attempts to regain her powers and assemble a new coven of witches.
With a tone that is dark yet full of humor, the production explores the character’s past while expanding the mystical side of the Marvel world, with Hahn once again serving as the charismatic center of the story.
- Tiny Beautiful Things
In this Hulu drama, Hahn plays Clare Pierce, a writer who agrees to run an advice column under the pseudonym “Sugar.” As she responds to letters from strangers seeking emotional guidance, Clare must also confront her own personal struggles and memories from the past. The series blends intimate drama with reflections on adulthood, with Hahn delivering a deeply human performance.
- Bad Moms
The actress plays Carla Dunkler, a rebellious and uninhibited single mother who becomes one of Amy’s closest allies, the character played by Mila Kunis. The film follows a group of women who rebel against the impossible expectations of the “perfect mom.” With her chaotic attitude and provocative humor, Carla becomes one of the most memorable characters in the comedy.
- We’re the Millers
In this comedy starring Jennifer Aniston and Jason Sudeikis, Hahn plays Edie Fitzgerald, the enthusiastic neighbor of a fake family that is secretly smuggling drugs across the border. Edie and her husband Don (Nick Offerman) develop a peculiar relationship with the supposed Millers, leading to some of the film’s most awkward and hilarious moments.
- Afternoon Delight
Hahn stars in this comedy-drama as Rachel, a housewife going through a deep personal and marital crisis. After meeting a young stripper named McKenna, Rachel decides to help her and eventually invites her to live in her home as a nanny, which triggers unexpected tensions in her family life. The film explores themes such as identity, desire, and frustration in adult life.
- Step Brothers
In the popular comedy starring Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly, Hahn plays Alice Huff, the wife of the arrogant Derek. Her character develops a secret and wildly passionate relationship with Reilly’s character, Dale, becoming one of the film’s most absurd and memorable subplots.
- How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
In this classic romantic comedy starring Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey, Hahn plays Michelle Rubin, one of Andie’s close friends. Michelle constantly struggles with her love life, which inspires Andie’s journalistic experiment about how to ruin a relationship in ten days. The character brings humor while also serving as an emotional counterpoint within the story.
Teagan Croft (Rapunzel)
- Titans
The Australian actress rose to prominence playing Rachel Roth, also known as Raven, in this series based on DC Comics. The character is a young woman with supernatural powers tied to a dangerous demonic heritage. Throughout the series, Rachel joins the group of heroes known as the Titans while learning to control her abilities and confront her dark destiny.
- True Spirit
In this biographical film inspired by real events, Croft portrays Jessica Watson, the young Australian sailor who became the youngest person to sail solo around the world. The film follows her challenging ocean journey and the intense media attention surrounding her historic achievement.
- Science Fiction Volume One: The Osiris Child
Croft stars in this science fiction film as Indi, a young girl who becomes the center of a dangerous rescue mission. The story follows her father as he tries to save her when a space colony is threatened by a genetically engineered creature that has spiraled out of control. It was one of the actress’s first major roles in film.
Milo Manheim (Flynn Rider)
- Zombies
In this Disney Channel musical franchise, Milo Manheim plays Zed, a zombie teenager determined to prove that his kind can coexist with humans. Set in the town of Seabrook, the story follows Zed as he enrolls in the local high school and tries to fit in while hiding the technology that suppresses his zombie instincts. Through music, sports, and an unlikely romance with cheerleader Addison, Zed becomes a symbol of unity in a community divided by fear and prejudice.
- Journey to Bethlehem
In this musical retelling of the biblical Nativity story, Manheim portrays Joseph, the humble carpenter who becomes the protector of Mary during their journey to Bethlehem.
The film blends traditional elements of the Christmas narrative with contemporary music and a modern storytelling style, following Joseph as he faces uncertainty, faith, and responsibility while preparing for the birth of Jesus.
- School Spirits
In the supernatural teen drama series, Manheim plays Wally Clark, the ghost of a high school football player who died decades earlier but remains trapped in the afterlife within the school.
Wally becomes one of the spirits who helps guide Maddie, a recently deceased student trying to uncover the mystery behind her own death. The character stands out for his charm and lingering attachment to the life he never finished.
- Thanksgiving
In this slasher film directed by Eli Roth, Manheim appears as Ryan, one of the teenagers caught in a wave of brutal killings during the Thanksgiving holiday in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
The story unfolds after a tragic Black Friday riot leads to a series of revenge-driven murders by a mysterious killer wearing a pilgrim mask. Ryan becomes part of the group struggling to survive as the town descends into terror.