Kristen Bell's Dream Anna for a Live-Action Frozen

If Disney ever decides to take us into the magical land of Arendelle once more with a live-action rendition of the beloved film Frozen, it seems Kristen Bell – the voice behind our favorite princess Anna – has already donned her casting director hat. During a charming conversation with Elle to promote her latest endeavor, Nobody Wants This, alongside the ever-dapper Adam Brody, the question floated in the air: who could possibly fill the shoes of Anna in a live-action adaptation?

Kristen took a contemplative pause, as if she were sifting through a mental catalog of all the talented actors currently gracing our screens. After some delightful deliberation, she settled on a name that seemed to have a sprinkle of pixie dust attached to it: Joey King. You might recognize her from Netflix’s The Kissing Booth trilogy, but her versatile talents stretch far beyond that. This youthful star has tackled everything from the ominously thrilling The Dark Knight Rises to the lighthearted antics in Bullet Train, proving she can weave through genres like a snowflake through a winter storm.

For those who may need a refresher, Anna, the vivacious younger sister of Elsa, embodies that quirky mix of bravery and youthful innocence. She leaps into perilous adventures with the kind of reckless abandon that only film characters can afford, all in the name of familial love. After all, when your sister apparently decides to unleash a never-ending winter upon your picturesque kingdom, what are you supposed to do? Just sit and sip hot cocoa? Hardly. Anna, with her bright spirit and determination, becomes the heroine of her own story, alongside a cast of endearing companions that includes the delightful snowman Olaf, the rugged Kristoff, and of course, the majestic Sven.

Now, should Disney indeed break the ice on a live-action Frozen, it seems they need not fret about casting one of its leading ladies. That’s right—rumor has it that the enchanting Anya Taylor-Joy has thrown her mittens into the ring to portray Elsa. In a recent revelation, she expressed her keen interest in trading in her usual roles for one that involves “shooting ice cubes out of your hands.” Let’s be real, who wouldn’t want to be the coolest aunt at every winter birthday party? She’s even set the scene for her siblings to brag, “My aunt is Elsa!” The thought alone makes one want to break out into song and accidentally conjure some snowflakes.

Following the overwhelming success of the first Frozen, Disney didn’t waste time in hatching a sequel—Frozen II graced theaters in 2019, to similarly effusive applause. In an act of anticipation and perhaps a touch of playful sibling rivalry, two more sequels are currently in the pipeline, with the unimpeachable Jennifer Lee at the helm for both Frozen 3 and Frozen 4. While the plot details remain as elusive as a snowstorm in July, it’s safe to say that Elsa and Anna will once again be at the heart of the tale. And while Josh Gad has confirmed his return as Olaf, whispers from Idina Menzel suggest that all the familiar voices might soon be reunited for this cinematic reunion.

For those eager to relive the icy magic, the first two Frozen movies are available for streaming on Disney+, while we count down the days until Frozen 3 graces our screens on November 24, 2027. Until next time, keep those hearts warm and those snowflakes swirling!