The Scooby-Doo Netflix series cast continues to grow as Netflix confirms that Paul Walter Hauser has joined the upcoming live-action adaptation as a series regular.
The announcement builds on the previously revealed ensemble, which includes McKenna Grace as Daphne Blake, Tanner Hagen as Shaggy Rogers, Abby Ryder Fortson as Velma Dinkley, and Maxwell Jenkins as Fred Jones.
Inside the New Live-Action Scooby-Doo Series
The series is described as a modern reimagining of the iconic mystery-solving group and their dog.
Set during a final summer at camp, the story follows Shaggy and Daphne as they become involved in a mystery tied to a lost Great Dane puppy. The animal may have witnessed a supernatural murder, drawing the group into a case that begins to unravel personal secrets.
They are joined by Velma, described as pragmatic and scientifically minded, and Freddy, a newcomer whose presence adds another dynamic to the group. Together, they attempt to solve a case that gradually deepens into a larger and more unsettling mystery.
Scooby-Doo Netflix Series Cast and Characters
The confirmed Scooby-Doo Netflix series cast brings together a younger ensemble to portray the central group:
- Mckenna Grace as Daphne Blake
- Tanner Hagen as Shaggy Rogers
- Abby Ryder Fortson as Velma Dinkley
- Maxwell Jenkins as Fred Jones
Paul Walter Hauser joins this lineup as a series regular, marking a notable addition to the cast as production continues.
Creative Team Behind the Series
The series is led by Josh Appelbaum and Scott Rosenberg, who serve as showrunners, writers, and executive producers through Midnight Radio.
Additional executive producers include:
- Greg Berlanti
- Sarah Schechter
- Leigh London Redman (via Berlanti Productions)
- André Nemec
- Jeff Pinkner
- Adrienne Erickson (via Midnight Radio)
- Toby Haynes, who also directs the first episode
The project is produced by Warner Bros. Television, continuing its long-standing involvement in major scripted productions across platforms.
A Franchise With Decades of History
For more than 50 years, Scooby-Doo has remained a consistent presence in popular culture.
The franchise includes three theatrical films, over a dozen animated series, and nearly 40 animated home entertainment releases. Across these formats, the core concept of a group of young investigators solving mysteries alongside their dog has remained central.
Production Companies and Industry Background
The series is produced by Warner Bros. Television, a studio with a long history in scripted programming across broadcast and streaming.
Berlanti Productions, led by Greg Berlanti, is also attached to the project. The company has developed and produced a wide range of television series across genres, including titles currently airing on streaming platforms and network television.
Midnight Radio, the team behind the series’ writing and production, has previously worked on projects including High Fidelity and From, as well as feature films such as Jumanji and Venom.
Key Details
- Title: Untitled Scooby-Doo live-action series
- Platform: Netflix
- Cast: Mckenna Grace, Tanner Hagen, Abby Ryder Fortson, Maxwell Jenkins, Paul Walter Hauser
- Showrunners/Writers: Josh Appelbaum, Scott Rosenberg
- Executive Producers: Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman, André Nemec, Jeff Pinkner, Adrienne Erickson, Toby Haynes
- Production Companies: Berlanti Productions, Midnight Radio, Warner Bros. Television
- Director (Episode 1): Toby Haynes
- Source Material: Scooby-Doo franchise
- Setting: Final summer at camp centered around a mystery involving a Great Dane puppy