Asher Angel proved his range across Disney Channel and DC blockbusters. Here are the five dream projects Hollywood should greenlight for him next.
Asher Angel broke onto television screens on Disney Channel's Andi Mack and quickly transitioned into major studio territory by leading DC's Shazam!, proving early that his range covers both grounded young-adult drama and massive comic-book spectacle. When he sat down with Young Hollywood, the actor made it plain that his creative drive started long before his first audition tape. "I was like, one day I'm going to be the star in a movie or something or one day I'm going to be in a movie," Asher Angel told Young Hollywood.
Between releasing catchy pop singles like "Chills" and "One Thought Away" and navigating high-profile press lines since his appearance at Comic-Con 2018, Angel has amassed a set of performance skills that directors should put to work across fresh genres. He brings vocal ability, screen charm, and years of camera experience. Watch our full sit-down with Asher Angel below.
A Full-Scale Theatrical Movie Musical
Angel began his performance journey on stage before landing television roles, and that live-performance foundation remains visible in everything he puts out. He has repeatedly reflected on his early training, noting, "And so getting to grow up and I mean, the musical theater environment." That background gives him an immediate edge over screen actors who have to learn vocal phrasing and choreography from scratch for movie musical adaptations.
With Hollywood regularly adapting Broadway titles and developing jukebox features, placing Angel at the center of an original screen musical would allow him to merge his recording career with his theatrical instincts. He already has the pop sensibilities demonstrated on "One Thought Away" to carry modern studio numbers.
A Character-Driven Coming-of-Age Indie Drama
On Andi Mack, Angel played Jonah Beck opposite Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Sofia Wylie, delivering grounded, naturalistic scenes that stood out for their subtlety. That series tackled real-world adolescent issues without relying entirely on broad sitcom punchlines, giving Angel plenty of practice with sensitive, dialogue-heavy material.
An independent festival drama would be the ideal environment for him to strip away franchise CGI and focus entirely on emotional realism. Stepping into a quiet, narrative-focused feature would give him the room to showcase the understated acting habits he honed across three seasons on cable.
A Fast-Paced Action-Comedy Feature
Playing Billy Batson in Shazam! required Angel to balance high-stakes fantasy storytelling with quick comedic timing. He held his own amid huge stunt setups and special effects sequences, proving that physical comedy and high-tempo action beats fit his delivery.
Casting him as the co-lead in an original buddy-action film or an adventure caper would leverage the franchise training he gained in the DC universe. He understands how to anchor high-concept set pieces with relatable reactions, keeping spectacle grounded in human humor.
A Classic Studio Romantic Comedy
Hollywood is actively reviving theatrical romantic comedies, and Angel possesses the charisma required to lead one. His track record as a teen television favorite gives him immediate familiarity with audiences, while his focus remains squarely on building a sustainable catalog of feature work.
When discussing his current professional outlook, Angel emphasized his dedication to the craft: "I'm not really looking for anything. I mean, something happens, it happens, but I'm just very focused on my career." Channeling that work ethic into a sharp, witty rom-com lead would position him squarely alongside the genre's newest leading men.
A Tense Psychological Thriller
Every young actor who grows up under the bright lights of Disney and major superhero franchises eventually seeks a sharp tonal departure. For Angel, an intense mystery or psychological thriller would subvert expectations and disrupt his clean-cut screen image in an exciting way.
Placing him in an ambiguous or morally complex role would let him test his range against darker writing. His experience handling high-stress studio schedules means he is ready for the intense focus required by suspense filmmaking.
From his early days on Disney Channel to massive Comic-Con stages and solo pop tracks, Asher Angel has consistently demonstrated genuine dedication to performing. Whichever genre calls him next, he has the tools to deliver.
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