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Disney's Cinderella Gets a Hilarious Stepsister Spinoff
25 Mar
Summary
- Akiva Schaffer of Lonely Island co-writes and directs Cinderella spinoff.
- The film, titled "Stepsisters," aims for a comedic take on Cinderella's stepsisters.
- This project could revitalize Disney's approach to live-action remakes.
Walt Disney Studios is developing a live-action Cinderella spinoff named "Stepsisters." The project has enlisted Akiva Schaffer, known for his work with the comedy group The Lonely Island, to co-write the script and direct. Schaffer, along with collaborators Dan Gregor and Doug Mand, will rework an existing script, aiming to inject significant comedy into the narrative.
This move by Disney signals a potential shift in its strategy for live-action films, which the author of the article finds has become predictable. The involvement of Schaffer, whose previous work includes "The Naked Gun," suggests a more off-kilter and potentially family-friendly comedic approach. The success of "Stepsisters" may depend on the casting of its lead roles, Anastasia and Drizella.
While "Stepsisters" is in development, other live-action Disney projects are also progressing, including "Moana" scheduled for July 10, 2026, "Lilo & Stitch 2" for May 26, 2028, and a live-action "Tangled." The hope is that "Stepsisters" will be a theatrical release, contributing to a more laughter-filled experience for audiences enjoying Disney's live-action features.
