Summary
- Actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson is a fan favorite for the role of Kristoff in a live-action Frozen remake, with his talent for comedy and extensive vocal training making him a strong contender.
- Ross Lynch, known for his music career and roles in My Friend Dahmer and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, would bring charisma and musical prowess to the character of Kristoff.
- Noah Ricketts, who has played Kristoff in the Broadway version of Frozen, has the versatility and vocal skills to convincingly portray the character in a Disney screen adaptation.
It's likely that a live-action version of Frozen will become a reality in the future, which means a talented actor will need to be cast to play Kristoff. Though there is no confirmation of such a film in the works, Disney has been making its way through the many animated princess movies, slowly reimagining them in live-action. Though this seemed restricted to the 2D classics, the news that Moana would be the House of Mouse's next remake has thrown the doors wide open. So, it's only a matter of time before a cast is assembled for a Frozen remake.
Currently, the Frozen franchise is headed into its third installment, with the live-action Frozen will need to have excellent acting skills, as well as some experience in music.
10 Aaron Taylor-Johnson Is A Fan Favorite For Kristoff
Known for the Kick-Ass movies
A common fan pick for Frozen's Kristoff, Aaron Taylor-Johnson is best known for playing the lead in the Kick-Ass movies and Pietro Maximoff in Avengers: Age of Ultron. Through the years, Taylor-Johnson has proven himself to be a jack of all trades. He has a talent for the sort of carefree comedy that Kristoff carries in Frozen and certainly looks the part of the blonde. Additionally, Taylor-Johnson has extensive vocal training and a background in drama, tap, jazz, and even acrobatics. Ultimately, it's clear from the actor's background that he would have no trouble bringing Kristoff's unique brand of shakey confidence to the screen.
9 Ross Lynch's Music Career Makes Him Perfect
Known for My Friend Dahmer and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Ross Lynch is known for playing a young Jeffery Dahmer in the biopic My Friend Dahmer and Harvey Kinkle in Netflix's Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. However, the performer's roots are in music. Lynch was the lead vocalist for the pop rock band R5, and his talent with this group proves he would have an edge when it comes to performing Kristoff's most notable song in the Frozen franchise, "Lost in the Woods." Lynch also possesses that natural charisma, which Kristoff carries well despite his antisocial ways.
8 Noah Ricketts Has Played Kristoff Before
Known for Frozen the musical and other Broadway productions
Though Noah Ricketts has limited film experience, his career on Broadway more than qualifies him to take on the role of Kristoff in a possible live-action Frozen. He gained notoriety through his Dreamgirls and Hello, Dolly! performances, proving his versatility and excellent vocal skills. Still, the greatest credit in Ricketts' career is his time playing Kristoff in the Broadway version of Frozen. Certainly, if he could pull the role off on the most prestigious street in musical theatre, he could do the same in a Disney screen adaptation.
7 Joe Keery Has Kristoff's Clumsy Charisma
Known for Stranger Things
Joe Keery shot into the limelight after playing Steve Harrington in Netflix's wildly popular science fiction series Stranger Things. The high-intensity drama of such a show makes Keery's acting chops clear, and he also quickly became something of a heartthrob, especially with teen audiences. This makes him the perfect man to take on the role of Anna's happily-ever-after, but it's Keery's background in music that really makes him a contender. Using the stage name Djo, Keery performs in a psychedelic rock band called Post Animal, and though different than the sort of music Kristoff is known to sing in Frozen, he could most certainly pull the role off.
6 Grant Gustin Combines Action With Musical Theatre
Known for Glee and The Flash
Audiences first saw Grant Gustin's theatrical abilities when he played Sebastian Smythe on the Fox series Glee, which greatly showcased his singing and dancing skills. Still, he proved himself a triple threat of a different caliber when he landed the lead role in The CW's The Flash series. As Barry Allen, Gustin's acting chops couldn't be challenged, and a musical episode in the series showcased his multifaceted talent even further. There's also something enduring and lovable about the actor, which makes him an excellent choice for Frozen's reluctantly charming Kristoff.
5 Jelani Alladin Was The First Live-Action Kristoff
Known for Frozen the Musical and Tick, Tick... Boom!
Another triple threat in the entertainment world, Jelani Alladin is beyond qualified to play Kristoff in a live-action remake of Frozen since he was the first actor to take on the character in the flesh. Aladdin originated the role of Kristoff on Broadway in the Frozen musical, bringing the character to life and setting the standard for all those who would be cast later. He also played David in the 2021 musical drama Tick, Tick... Boom!, a story about Broadway icon Jonathan Larson. Ultimately, even if Aladdin isn't cast as Kristoff in Disney's live-action Frozen, it can be assumed that he will be used as the standard for whoever is chosen.
4 Cody Christian Is Effortlessly Cool Like Kristoff
Known For Teen Wolf and the Final Fantasy VII remake
Cody Christian first gained notoriety growing up on the set of the ABC Family series Pretty Little Liars, where he played younger brother Mike Montgomery. He then played in later seasons of MTV's Teen Wolf as Theo Raeken, a role which earned him a nomination for the Teen Choice Awards. Still, the performance that most qualifies Christian to play Kristoff in a live-action Frozen would be his voice work as Cloud Strife in the 2020 remake of the video game Final Fantasy VII. Additionally, the actor began to release music on his personal YouTube channel in 2019, proving his musical chops.
Christian's experience with voice work would help in voicing Sven in a Frozen remake.
3 Colin Ford Has Kristoff's Casual Charm
Known for We Bought a Zoo and Daybreak
Colin Ford has been working in movies and TV since he was quite young, having played Dylan Mee in the 2011 family comedy We Bought a Zoo. Around then, he also began lending his voice to the lead role of Jake in the animated children's series Jake and the Never Land Pirates. More recently, Ford has gained notoriety for his role as Josh Wheeler in the 2019 series Daybreak, where his casual charm makes him a great contender for Frozen's Kristoff. The only hold-up regarding his casting for a live-action remake would be his lack of experience in musical theater, but if he's hiding a vocal talent, he could be just the guy.
2 Jharrel Jerome's Singing Career Is Perfect For Kristoff
Known for When They See Us
Jharrel Jerome is best known for playing Barry Jenkins in the 2016 film Moonlight and his more recent portrayal of Korey Wise in the 2019 Netflix series When They See Us. The young actor has earned himself a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie and the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actor, both for his time with When They See Us. In addition to his acting career, Jerome has established himself as a musical talent, releasing his debut single "For Real" in 2020 and "Someone I'm Not" in 2022—both proving Kristoff's number "Lost in the Woods" would be right within Jerome's wheelhouse.
1 Dale Whibley's Voice Is A Lot Like Jonathan Groff
Known for There's Someone Inside Your House and Big Shot
Dale Whibley first gained fame for his role as Connon on Nickelodeon's Life With Boys, and this was taken further with the 2015 series, also from Nickelodeon, Make It Pop, which showcased his musical ability. Since then, Dale has played in the Netflix slasher thriller There's Someone Inside Your House and the Disney+ series Big Shot opposite John Stamos. Ultimately, it's Whibley's voice and manner that qualifies him to take on the role of Kristoff in a Frozen live-action remake since the actor shares many similarities to Groff himself. This would ensure that the flavor of the original animated film is maintained, which should be a key focus if Disney proceeds with remaking the wildly popular franchise.
