Colman Domingo Co-Writes Live-Action Tiana Princess and the Frog

Disney is reportedly developing yet another live-action reimagining of its animated catalog, this time with Colman Domingo in talks to help write a new Tiana-focused movie. The project is being discussed alongside playwright and director Robert O’Hara, with additional casting and creative details still not publicly defined.

Key takeaways

Colman Domingo is reportedly in talks to co-write a live-action film centered on Princess and the Frog’s protagonist Tiana.
Playwright and director Robert O’Hara is involved in the development discussions for the Tiana movie.
Disney’s expanding live-action slate includes a new Tangled, with Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim attached as Rapunzel and Flynn Rider.
Diego Luna of Andor has been cast in an as-yet unspecified role for the upcoming Tangled film.
Scarlett Johansson was reportedly in talks to play Mother Gothel but is no longer involved.
Disney’s schedule also includes live-action projects for Bambi, Hercules, and additional titles such as a Gaston spinoff.

Tiana live-action project in development

Deadline reports that Colman Domingo is currently in discussions to co-write a live-action movie built around Tiana from Princess and the Frog. Robert O’Hara—known as a playwright and director—is also tied to the project’s creative development.

Beyond the writing talks and the concept focus, few concrete details have surfaced so far, including the film’s timeline, full cast, or a finalized production plan.

Disney pushes ahead with more live-action remakes

The Tiana project forms part of a broader wave of Disney live-action adaptations. The new Tangled film is already moving forward, with Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim cast as Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, respectively. Andor’s Diego Luna has also been added to the movie in a role that has not yet been specified.

Notably, Scarlett Johansson—previously reported to be in talks for Mother Gothel—has reportedly stepped away from the project.

Other live-action titles on Disney’s schedule include Bambi and Hercules, plus a separate Gaston spinoff movie.

Hercules aims for a “modern spin”

For Hercules, Joe and Anthony Russo are set to produce the live-action film. The project is described as intended to deliver a “modern spin” on the original Disney classic, with the goal of telling a “different story.” That approach is being framed as similar to the creative direction being discussed for the Tiana-centered adventure.