Disney+ Scraps Live-Action 'Gargoyles' Reboot
A live-action adaptation of the 1990s animated series 'Gargoyles' has been shelved at Disney+. Original co-creator Greg Weisman confirmed the project is no longer in development, though he indicated no current plans for an animated revival either.
The project's cancellation follows a brief period of reported development, with Gary Dauberman and James Wan's Atomic Monster attached in 2023. Weisman's confirmation closes that chapter, though he offered no specifics on why the streamer pulled the plug. The original series, which ran in the mid-1990s, has maintained a cult following for its serialized storytelling and Shakespearean influences.
Weisman also clarified that no animated revival is currently planned, despite the property's enduring fan base. This leaves the franchise in limbo, with Disney+ holding the rights but showing no immediate interest in revisiting the world of the stone guardians. The news arrives as streaming platforms continue to reassess their development slates.
Fans of the original series may feel disappointment, as the property has long been a candidate for revival in the current nostalgia-driven streaming market. The shelving could signal a broader industry caution around adapting older animated IP, where creative risks are weighed against proven franchises. Viewers may see fewer such projects greenlit, potentially limiting the variety of genre offerings available across streaming platforms.