According to KLBJ-AM, Netflix has officially revealed the cast for its upcoming live-action Scooby-Doo series — and the internet is already buzzing about whether the choices live up to years of fan speculation.
Why This Is a Big Deal for Fancasters
Scooby-Doo is one of the most beloved animated franchises in history, and the Mystery Gang has always been a prime target for dream casting debates. Every few years, a new live-action attempt reignites the conversation — remember the early-2000s theatrical films? — and with Netflix now taking a swing at a full series, the stakes feel higher than ever. Five iconic characters, each with a deeply specific energy, means five opportunities to absolutely nail it or spark a fandom revolt.
The roles of Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, Fred, and of course Scooby himself are among the most discussed in all of fan-casting culture. Shaggy demands a rare combination of physical comedy and genuine warmth. Velma needs sharp wit without tipping into caricature. And whoever voices or performs Scooby has enormous shoes — paws? — to fill. This announcement opens up a conversation that myCast users have been having for a long time.
What myCast Fans Have Been Saying
The myCast community has built out multiple Scooby-Doo fan casts, and the picks across them paint a fascinating picture of what fans actually want from this adaptation.
In the most expansive fan story — a full Scooby-Doo cast spanning 69 roles — fans have tapped some genuinely exciting names. Dacre Montgomery leads the vote for Fred Jones, which makes a certain kind of sense: the Stranger Things alum has the jawline, the charisma, and the action-adventure credibility to pull off Mystery Inc.'s fearless leader. For Daphne Blake, fans chose Sadie Sink — another Stranger Things connection, and honestly a compelling one given her ability to balance charm with emotional depth. Velma Dinkley goes to Auliʻi Cravalho, a pick that feels inspired: Cravalho's natural intelligence and screen presence could make Velma feel genuinely fresh. Noah Jupe gets the Shaggy nod, a more understated choice that leans into the character's anxious, everyman quality rather than pure goofiness. And for Scooby himself, fans went with the legend: , the voice actor who has defined the character for decades.