Susan Egan reveals her dream Hercules cast: Zendaya and Tom Holland

Susan Egan names Zendaya and Tom Holland as her dream choices for Disney's upcoming live-action Hercules remake Photo: Reuters Susan Egan, the original voice of Megara in Disney's 1997 animated Hercules, has revealed her dream casting choices for the upcoming live-action remake, naming Zendaya and Tom Holland for the lead roles. Speaking with Entertainment Tonight, Egan said she could see Zendaya bringing Megara to life. The actress praised Zendaya's charisma, confidence and singing abilities, suggesting she has the qualities needed to capture the character's distinctive personality. Susan Egan, the voice of Meg in the animated 'Hercules,' says she'd cast Zendaya as Meg and Tom Holland as Hercules in the 'Hercules' live-action remake | #D23 pic.twitter.com/qTjw2KAAQh — Deadline (@DEADLINE) August 16, 2026 'I think there are so many really great Megs,' Egan said, noting the number of talented young actresses who could potentially take on the role. However, she highlighted Zendaya as a particularly strong choice because of her combination of screen presence, attitude and vocal talent. Egan also stressed that whoever plays Meg must capture the character's sarcasm and cynical humour. Megara is known for her sharp wit and independent personality, making those qualities essential to a successful live-action adaptation. For the role of Hercules, Egan suggested Tom Holland, who has frequently shared the screen with Zendaya. The pair's real-life relationship and previous collaborations have already made the potential casting combination a popular topic among fans. Disney's live-action Hercules remake is being developed by filmmakers Joe and Anthony Russo, best known for directing several Marvel films, including Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. The project has yet to receive an official cast, and its script is still in development. While Zendaya and Holland have not been announced for the movie, Egan's endorsement has added fresh excitement around the potential pairing. The original Hercules premiered in 1997 and featured Egan as Megara, Danny DeVito as Phil and Tate Donovan as Hercules. The live-action remake is expected to reinterpret the beloved Disney musical for a new generation.