Milo Mannheim will play Flynn Rider in the new Disney film
8 january 2026 в 18:13
Milo Mannheim adds another role to his Disney portfolio. The actor, who gained fame through the «Zombies» franchise, has been cast as Flynn Rider in the upcoming Disney live-action film «Tangled».
Mannheim rose to prominence playing Zed in the «Zombies» franchise on Disney Channel. He appeared in the original 2018 film and its sequels, becoming one of the channel’s most recognizable young stars and helping to solidify the success of the musical series. In addition to acting, he also served as an executive producer on «Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires», - the latest installment of the Disney Channel franchise.
Beyond Disney Channel, Mannheim has expanded his resume in film, television, and theater. He starred in the Paramount+ series «School Spirits» and appeared in the Netflix romantic comedy «The Driver». In film, he played Ryan Baker in Eli Roth’s 2023 slasher film «Thanksgiving», - which also featured Patrick Dempsey and Addison Rae, and took on the lead role of Joseph in the 2023 musical film «Journey to Bethlehem». His television work also includes «American Housewife» and guest appearances on «Doctor Kamalua». On stage, Mannheim made his Off-Broadway debut as Seymour in «Little Shop of Horrors» alongside Elizabeth Gillies in 2025.
In 2018, Mannheim participated in the 27th season of «Dancing with the Stars», - performing alongside professional dancer Whitney Carson. At just 17 years old, he impressed judges and audiences, ultimately finishing in second place.
Mannheim comes from a well-known Hollywood family. He is the son of Emmy Award-winning actress Camryn Manheim, best known for her roles in «The Practice» and «Law & Order».
Mannheim studied at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University, where he focused on drama and continued to hone his acting skills after gaining fame through Disney Channel.
Mannheim began his acting career at around 6 years old. His mother, Camryn, previously told The New York Post that he «has always been very theatrical and musical», - adding that he performed in shows from a young age. Mannheim even had a small role with three lines in her former series «Ghost Whisperer», - which was one of his first screen roles
Mannheim rose to prominence playing Zed in the «Zombies» franchise on Disney Channel. He appeared in the original 2018 film and its sequels, becoming one of the channel’s most recognizable young stars and helping to solidify the success of the musical series. In addition to acting, he also served as an executive producer on «Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires», - the latest installment of the Disney Channel franchise.
Beyond Disney Channel, Mannheim has expanded his resume in film, television, and theater. He starred in the Paramount+ series «School Spirits» and appeared in the Netflix romantic comedy «The Driver». In film, he played Ryan Baker in Eli Roth’s 2023 slasher film «Thanksgiving», - which also featured Patrick Dempsey and Addison Rae, and took on the lead role of Joseph in the 2023 musical film «Journey to Bethlehem». His television work also includes «American Housewife» and guest appearances on «Doctor Kamalua». On stage, Mannheim made his Off-Broadway debut as Seymour in «Little Shop of Horrors» alongside Elizabeth Gillies in 2025.
In 2018, Mannheim participated in the 27th season of «Dancing with the Stars», - performing alongside professional dancer Whitney Carson. At just 17 years old, he impressed judges and audiences, ultimately finishing in second place.
Mannheim comes from a well-known Hollywood family. He is the son of Emmy Award-winning actress Camryn Manheim, best known for her roles in «The Practice» and «Law & Order».
Mannheim studied at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University, where he focused on drama and continued to hone his acting skills after gaining fame through Disney Channel.
Mannheim began his acting career at around 6 years old. His mother, Camryn, previously told The New York Post that he «has always been very theatrical and musical», - adding that he performed in shows from a young age. Mannheim even had a small role with three lines in her former series «Ghost Whisperer», - which was one of his first screen roles
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