Hercules Soundtrack: Disney’s live-action Hercules remake — based on the studio’s 1997 animated film — has been in development since 2022. As of 2026, the film has not been released, and no official release date has been announced. This page previously described the project as an already-released 2023 film; that was incorrect, and we’ve corrected it below with verified, current information.
Guy Ritchie, who directed Disney’s 2019 live-action Aladdin, was hired to direct in 2022 and remains attached, despite unconfirmed rumors in early 2024 that he had exited. Dave Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) wrote the screenplay, and Joe and Anthony Russo are producing through their AGBO banner. As of the Russo brothers’ most recent public comments, the production was still "waiting on a script" before moving toward casting and a shooting schedule.
Quick Facts
| Status | In development (as of 2026) – unreleased, no confirmed release date |
| Director | Guy Ritchie (attached since 2022) |
| Writer | Dave Callaham |
| Producers | Joe Russo & Anthony Russo (AGBO) |
| Studio | Walt Disney Pictures |
| Based on | Hercules (1997 animated film) |
| Composer | Not officially confirmed; Alan Menken (composer of the 1997 original) has been reported as expected to return |
Who is composing the Hercules soundtrack?
No score or songs have been recorded yet because the film has not entered production. Alan Menken, who wrote the Academy Award-nominated songs and score for the 1997 animated Hercules alongside lyricist David Zippel, has been reported in entertainment press as expected to return for the live-action version. However, as of 2026 there is no official Disney press release confirming a finalized composer credit, songwriting lineup, or scoring sessions — that will only be confirmed once production formally begins. We are not publishing a tracklist or song titles for this project, because none exist yet; any list you see elsewhere claiming to be the “Hercules (2023)” soundtrack is describing a film that was never made.
Where to Stream
Since the live-action Hercules has not been released, it is not yet available on any streaming service. In the meantime, Disney’s original 1997 animated Hercules, featuring Alan Menken’s Oscar-nominated score and songs, is streaming on Disney+, and its soundtrack album remains available on Apple Music and Spotify.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Disney’s live-action Hercules been released?
No. As of 2026, the film remains in development with no confirmed release date, cast, or finished script.
Who is directing the live-action Hercules?
Guy Ritchie has been attached to direct since 2022. Rumors of his departure surfaced in early 2024, but producers Joe and Anthony Russo have since reaffirmed he remains attached.
Who wrote the script for the live-action Hercules?
Dave Callaham, known for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, wrote the screenplay.
Will Alan Menken compose the music for the live-action Hercules?
Alan Menken, composer of the original 1997 animated film, has been reported as expected to return, but Disney has not issued an official composer confirmation as of 2026 since the film has not begun production.
Is there a soundtrack or tracklist available yet?
No. Because filming has not started, no songs, score cues, or tracklist exist yet for the live-action version. You can still stream the 1997 animated film’s soundtrack on Disney+, Apple Music, and Spotify.
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