Netflix is making strides on its highly anticipated Scooby-Doo! live-action series, which will explore the origins of the Mystery Inc. gang. The show, a collaboration between Warner Bros. Television, Berlanti Productions, and Midnight Radio, is being helmed by showrunners Josh Appelbaum and Scott Rosenberg. It will feature a young cast in the roles of Fred, Daphne, Shaggy, and Velma.
The series will center on the gang’s final summer at camp, where they meet a lonely Great Dane puppy who becomes a crucial witness to a supernatural murder. The group is drawn into a terrifying investigation that threatens to expose their deepest secrets. The show is described as a modern reimagining that blends mystery, friendship, and supernatural suspense.
The season will consist of eight one-hour episodes. The working title for the project is Scooby-Doo! The Live-Action Series. Originally, filming was expected to start in the fall of 2025, but the new target is an early 2026 start date. This delay is intended to ensure a more polished production.
This new series aims to be a significant release for Netflix, offering a fresh perspective on the classic characters. The youthful cast is expected to bring a new energy to the roles while maintaining the franchise’s core charm. Fans are eagerly awaiting casting announcements, particularly for the young Great Dane that will play Scooby.