Scooby-Doo: First Look at the Cast and Full Title Revealed for the Netflix Live-Action Series
Netflix has announced the beginning of production on Scooby-Doo: Origins, a live-action reimagining of the beloved mystery-solving franchise. The streaming service revealed the core cast on Friday, with Mckenna Grace taking on the role of Daphne Blake, Tanner Hagen as Shaggy Rogers, Abby Ryder Fortson as Velma Dinkley, and Maxwell Jenkins as Fred Jones. Production is underway in Atlanta, Georgia.
Netflix describes the project as a “modern reimagining of the iconic mystery-solving group of teens and their very special dog.” According to the available excerpt, the story is set during the characters’ final summer at camp, with the full narrative details remaining undisclosed. The casting choices bring together a mix of recognized television and film actors to inhabit the classic characters for a contemporary audience. This marks Netflix’s continuation of adapting legacy intellectual property into live-action formats, following the streaming platform’s strategy of leveraging established franchises alongside original content.