UMVA has learned that Netflix has released the first look at a live-action version of Scooby-Doo, and fans are already weighing in on the new take.
The 22-second preview shows Scooby-Doo in a live-action form, but many critics are claiming that the four-legged pal looks more like a chocolate Labrador than his actual breed. The reaction on social media has been swift, with many fans expressing their disappointment.
One user declared that this is ‘#NotMyScoobyDoo’, while another quipped: ‘Nah they can’t be serious,’ Many fans are claiming that the new dog looks ‘nothing’ like the original, with some criticizing the lack of ‘expression’ and calling the on-screen dog ‘lifeless’.
The criticism has been severe, with some fans saying that Netflix has ‘broke [their] childhood’ and that the dog would not even eat a sandwich. However, not all the feedback was negative, with some fans fawning over how ‘adorable’ the dog looked and expressing excitement for the nostalgia hit.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that the new version of Scooby-Doo: Origins will land on Netflix in 2027, and it remains to be seen whether the new take will capture the hearts of fans in the same way as previous adaptations.
The iconic franchise was created in 1969 and has seen several adaptations over the years, including live-action films starring a popular ensemble cast. The new series will feature a new cast, including Maxwell Jenkins, Mckenna Grace, and Abby Ryder Fortson.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that the new series will follow the same beloved characters, but with a fresh take. While some fans are excited for the new version, others are skeptical that it will live up to the original.
The lively 22-second preview released by Netflix begins from a dog’s point of view, including the sound of panting, growling, and the occasional bark in a woodland setting. As suspenseful music builds, the tone shifts and Scooby adorably jumps up into Shaggy’s arms, licking his face.
The preview has already generated a lot of buzz, with fans eagerly awaiting the release of the new series. Will the new version of Scooby-Doo capture the hearts of fans in the same way as previous adaptations?
