A year after scrapping streaming show, Disney confirms Princess And The Frog animated special still coming

After ditching plans for an animated series featuring the beloved characters from Disney's 2009 hit The Princess and the Frog, the company has now confirmed that new content inspired by the film is indeed in the works. The news comes as Disney continues to make waves in the streaming industry, shifting its focus away from original content towards Marvel, Star Wars, and Percy Jackson properties.

Jared Bush, the Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios, confirmed the creation of a Tiana special, which is currently in production. Bush was hesitant to provide specific details about the series but did clarify that it will feel more like a special rather than shorts, and will include a full story with multiple songs. The special will feature the original cast from the film and is expected to be released soon.

Rose, who voiced Tiana in the original movie, expressed dissatisfaction last year when Disney announced the cancellation of the planned series. However, her friend and fellow actor Colman Domingo has suggested the possibility of a live-action spin-off set in the Princess and the Frog universe. Despite Disney's focus on live-action remakes, The Princess and the Frog remains a unique animated film that has yet to be targeted by the company's live-action division.