André 3000 Joins Netflix's Scooby-Doo Reboot

André 3000, born André Benjamin, has been cast in Netflix's upcoming Scooby-Doo: Origins series. This live-action production is set to film in Atlanta and is scheduled for a global release on the streaming platform in 2027. The series is a reimagining of the popular 2002 movie and its 2004 sequel.

Fans will recall André 3000's past connection to the franchise, as he and Big Boi, along with other Dungeon Family members, contributed the song "Land of a Million Drums" to the 2002 Scooby-Doo soundtrack. The track achieved chart success in the UK. Other cast members include Mckenna Grace as Daphne, Tanner Hagen as Shaggy, Abby Ryder Fortson as Velma, and Maxwell Jenkins as Fred. Toby Haynes will direct the first episode.

This role adds to André 3000's extensive acting portfolio, which includes a starring role as Jimi Hendrix in "Jimi: All Is By My Side" and appearances in films like "High Life" and "Four Brothers." He also created and starred in the Cartoon Network animated series "Class of 3000" from 2006 to 2008. Since Outkast's last album in 2006, the artist has explored solo projects, including "7 Piano Sketches" and the 2023 flute album "New Blue Sun."