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Rant on Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure – How the Series Ruined Flynn Rider

I will forever hate this stupid series for what it did to Flynn. Not only did they completely destroy his character, turning him into an arrogant, stupid, and utterly unlikeable person, but they also turned him into the constant punching bag of the show. Flynn, who was clever, witty, and charming in Tangled, has been reduced to a shadow of his former self. His arrogance in the movie was part of an act—a defense mechanism, something that made him endearing, not insufferable. But in the series? He’s just… off.

What frustrates me the most is how Flynn is constantly belittled, bullied, and treated like garbage by Cassandra and other characters, while Rapunzel stands by and does nothing. And when he dares to speak up, she’s the one who gets angry! She never defends him, even though he’s the one who’s being mistreated. Instead, she just takes him for granted, never even apologizing for the horrible things done to him.

She keeps secrets from him, draws his face on a punching bag just to please Cassandra, and never seems to feel guilty about it. She even uses time travel to literally change his personality when he dares to disagree with her, and she’s fine with that! And the worst part? She keeps rejecting his marriage proposals and repeatedly denies him the chance to be with her in any official, committed way. Marriage is apparently a prison to her, despite the fact that in the original movie, she was willing to give up everything to be with him!

Seriously, how does that make sense? How does it make sense that she was ready to give up her entire freedom for him in the movie, and now, after everything they’ve been through, she acts like marriage is the worst thing ever? It completely undermines the emotional weight of their love story in Tangled. In the movie, they were willing to risk everything for each other—so why would she suddenly think marriage is such a prison? It just makes no logical sense, and it sends a horrible message to kids about relationships and commitment.

And here’s what really gets me: if they loved each other so much in Tangled that they were willing to risk their lives for one another after just a few days, then they should have married right away. The time period they’re in—let’s face it—makes it entirely reasonable that they’d marry quickly. Back then, marriage was often the only way to be together, and they were clearly in love. Flynn proposes months after they meet—not a few days! And that’s a perfectly reasonable amount of time to get engaged, especially given the era.

But instead of honoring this established love story, they go down this ridiculous path in the series where Rapunzel questions her commitment to Flynn. She never truly values him in the same way he values her. She doesn’t see marriage as a commitment to the person she loves; she sees it as something that takes away her freedom. And that’s the worst message they could be sending, especially to young viewers.

Marriage isn’t a “prison” in real life—it’s a symbol of commitment and partnership. So why is the show framing it like it’s a burden? And why does Flynn have to be the one who constantly compromises and gives in to Rapunzel’s whims, while she never seems to care about his feelings?

It’s honestly unfair to Flynn. He deserves better than to be treated like a secondary character in his own love story. He deserves to have his feelings valued. He deserves a partner who is equally committed to him, who doesn’t repeatedly reject his offers of marriage. I mean, what man would put up with that in real life? If a man continuously rejected a woman’s proposal, and then acted like he didn’t even care about her needs, it would be called toxic and emotionally abusive. But for some reason, when the roles are reversed, it’s considered acceptable.

And yes, I understand that Rapunzel has her own trauma—but so does Flynn! He grew up unloved, alone in an orphanage and on the streets, and yet he still manages to treat Rapunzel with kindness, respect, and love. He didn’t let his past turn him into a cruel or selfish person. So why does she get a free pass while he’s treated like garbage? He didn’t deserve any of this, and it honestly makes me angry to think about.

There’s also the issue of Flynn’s entire character being destroyed. The man we saw in Tangled was a charming, witty, somewhat selfish rogue who grew into a devoted partner. But in the series, he’s just… dumbed down. His charisma is gone. He’s not even recognizable as the same person. He’s turned into a joke, and honestly, I refuse to believe that the Flynn in the series is the same character from the movie. I just can’t buy it.

What they did to Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure is heartbreaking. They ruined Flynn. They ruined the love story. And the worst part is they did it all for some misguided notion of “modern feminism” or to make a show more “progressive.” But they didn’t have to ruin what was already a beautiful love story. They didn’t have to destroy Flynn’s character to make some ridiculous point about independence or freedom.

And the final kicker? If I had to count the series as canon, I’d rather Flynn stayed dead at the end of the movie than suffer through this toxic, messed-up relationship dynamic. At least in the original movie, their love story felt pure and real, but the series just turned everything sour. It feels like a different universe.

So, I refuse to count it as canon. I will always prefer Tangled as the true continuation of their story, and the series? Well, it’s a mess I can’t even bother with. It just doesn’t fit.

Flynn deserves better, and Rapunzel deserves to recognize that before it’s too late

[tangledmovielove]

Unpopular Opinion: Series Rapunzel Didn’t Deserve Flynn Rider (But Movie Rapunzel Did)

Look, I’m just going to say it: I love Flynn and Rapunzel in the movie. They’re my OTP, my ultimate Disney couple, my “ride-or-die” pair. I’d watch Tangled every day if I could and still tear up when Flynn says, “You were my new dream.” That relationship? Perfection. Growth, trust, love, everything I want in a couple.

But then… the series happened. And I have to ask: What happened to my Rapunzel? Suddenly, she’s making Flynn feel like a backup dancer in her story, treating him like his love and loyalty don’t matter, and—worst of all—implying that MARRIAGE to the man who literally DIED for her would be some kind of "prison"? Like, excuse me? The math isn’t mathing. 🤔

And yes, I know some people will say, “But she’s working through trauma! She’s finding herself!” Sure. I’m all for characters growing and addressing their past, but there’s a difference between exploring personal freedom and making the man who’s loved you since day three feel like a ball-and-chain. Flynn wasn’t asking her to give up her adventures—he just wanted to be part of them! 💔

What frustrates me most is how I’m apparently not allowed to criticize this version of Rapunzel without being labeled as anti-feminist or not understanding her "journey." Meanwhile, people can endlessly trash older Disney princesses like Cinderella or Ariel for chasing love, and that’s fine? So, let me get this straight: Ariel sacrificing her voice for Eric = problematic, but Rapunzel disrespecting her soulmate because she “needs space” = empowerment? 🤷‍♀️ The double standards are wild.

At the end of the day, I just want to go back to Tangled, where the love was mutual, the sacrifices made sense, and “You were my new dream” actually meant something. 😞

[tangledmovielove]

I can’t believe how badly Tangled: The Series treats Flynn Rider. His entire character seems to have been dismantled and warped, and it’s honestly heartbreaking for anyone who loved him in the original movie. Flynn was once a brave, intelligent, and resourceful guy with a complicated past. He put his life on the line for Rapunzel and opened up to her in ways he’d never done with anyone else. And yet, in the series, he’s treated like a punching bag—both literally and emotionally!

Let’s start with the way everyone around him constantly insults him. Rapunzel, who supposedly loves him, just stands by while he’s mocked, belittled, and treated like he doesn’t matter. It’s not just a one-time thing, either; it’s a constant barrage of disrespect from people she cares about. And Rapunzel herself contributes to it! She even draws his face on a punching bag as a joke, which is so cruel and out of character for someone who claims to love him. Who does that to someone they care about?

And it gets even worse. She travels back in time to try and “fix” his personality, as if he’s a problem to be solved, not a person with his own journey and growth. Rapunzel goes to these lengths to change who he is, yet shows no remorse or guilt afterward. In fact, her actions suggest that she sees his entire personality as an inconvenience—something to be “improved” to fit her ideal. That is not love; it’s manipulation. The Flynn we saw in the movie was willing to sacrifice everything for Rapunzel, but in the series, she can’t even respect who he truly is.

The worst offense of all is her rejection of his marriage proposal. In the original movie, they both sacrificed their safety and freedom for each other, and Rapunzel was ready to face any danger just to be with him. Now, the series tries to tell us that marriage would somehow “trap” her, as if committing to Flynn would hold her back. It’s painfully inconsistent, especially when we remember that she was willing to face literal prison for him in the movie. Why is marriage suddenly such a burden to her when Flynn was ready to give everything for her happiness?

Flynn is shown as if he’s just there to revolve around Rapunzel’s life, with his own dreams and desires barely acknowledged. He’s treated like a follower, an accessory, a background character whose feelings and opinions don’t matter. Rapunzel barely considers his perspective, often putting everyone and everything above him, which makes it seem like she’s only with him because he admires her so much—almost as if she enjoys having someone to worship her without actually respecting him in return. It’s sad to watch a character who was once confident and heroic be reduced to a supporting role in his own life.

At this point, it’s clear Flynn deserves better. His love and loyalty are brushed aside, his sacrifices ignored, and his personality demeaned by the very person who once loved him deeply. The Tangled movie showed us a romance built on mutual growth, respect, and sacrifice, but the series has thrown that away for a dynamic that feels toxic and unfair. Flynn deserves a partner who genuinely respects him, who values his thoughts and opinions, and who doesn’t see him as a “fixer-upper” or a prop. Rapunzel doesn’t deserve Flynn if she can’t respect him as an equal.

For all the fans who loved Flynn’s character in Tangled, the series doesn’t do him justice. He’s a complex character who’s more than just a sidekick, and his love story deserves to be one that honors his sacrifices and respects his identity.

I’ve had it (emotional time)

Just… here’s a “Keep reading” if you want to actually see this hell-whole of a post because . .  . if you enjoyed the episode: fantastic. It does actually hurt me inside when we can’t all agree on whether or not an episode is good or not, so if you want to avoid my rant about Eugene’s character in this show, go right ahead. Basically below is a lot of internal screaming and ranting about how Eugene isn’t treated right as a character and he deserves more time and blahblahblah. So … yeah. TL:DR not a fan of this episode.

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[tangledmovielove]

I’ve noticed a frustrating double standard when it comes to critiquing media. Feminists and modern critics are often applauded for tearing apart older Disney princess movies, calling out perceived flaws in classics like Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, or The Little Mermaid. Yet, when someone like me dares to criticize something newer—like the Tangled series—I’m met with hostility and insults, as if my opinion is somehow invalid.

Why is it okay to bash older movies for being “problematic” but not okay to call out issues in newer media? Especially when these newer stories, like the Tangled series, send questionable messages themselves. For example, it’s baffling to me that rejecting a loving, committed marriage relationship with someone you were literally willing to sacrifice everything for is framed as a “modern, empowering” message. How does that make sense, especially in a historical context where marriage was often the only path to freedom for women?

Critiquing media isn’t about hating on something people love—it’s about pointing out flaws and inconsistencies that affect how we perceive these stories. I don’t hate the Tangled movie—I love it! That’s why I’m so passionate about this. But the series undoes so much of what made the movie beautiful, and I feel like I should be allowed to talk about that without being insulted or dismissed.

Art and media are meant to be discussed, debated, and even critiqued. It’s fine if you don’t agree with my perspective, but dismissing it outright or insulting me for holding it isn’t fair. If we can analyze and deconstruct older stories, we should also be able to do the same with modern ones.

At the end of the day, all I’m asking for is respect for my perspective, just like I respect that others might feel differently. Disagreeing is part of the conversation, but that conversation should be thoughtful, not hurtful.

[tangledmovielove]

Double Standards Are So Fun

Apparently, it’s totally fine to criticize older Disney princesses like Cinderella, Ariel, and Aurora because they’re ‘anti-feminist’ and ‘bad role models.’

But the second I say anything about how Rapunzel’s actions in the Tangled series make zero sense, suddenly I’m a monster who doesn’t understand ‘modern storytelling’ or ‘strong female characters.’

Cinderella: Works herself to the bone as a literal servant and still dares to dream of a better life—too passive! Ariel: Risks her life for her dream and love—bad example for girls! Aurora: Only sleeps for a curse to be broken—boring and outdated!

But Rapunzel in the series? Rejects the proposal of the man she apparently loves because she feels like a life with him is a prison, dismisses his feelings, draws his face on a punching bag, lets her bestie bully him, and rewrites his personality with time travel—ICONIC! RELATABLE! EMPOWERING!

Got it. Criticizing older princesses = totally fine. Criticizing Rapunzel for toxic behavior = misogynistic and wrong. Makes perfect sense.

[tangledmovielove]

Rapunzel: I love Flynn so much that I would literally sacrifice my entire freedom and my entire life just to save him and I want to kiss him all the time.

Also Rapunzel: I don't want to marry him because that would mean giving up my freedom even though in the time period we live in that would be the only way to even get the freedom of loving each other physically and to be together in public. But I'm of course still making out with him because I still want the benefits without having to commit.

[tangledmovielove]

Why I Can’t Stand Tangled: The Series Rapunzel – She’s the Complete Opposite of the Character I Loved

I loved Rapunzel in Tangled—she was brave, kind, and selfless. But the Rapunzel in Tangled: The Series feels so unlike her movie counterpart that I can’t stand her character in this show.

In the movie, Rapunzel was a character who would do anything for Flynn. She was willing to sacrifice her freedom, her life, and everything she knew because of her love for him. Their relationship was about mutual trust, loyalty, and deep selflessness. But in Tangled: The Series, Rapunzel is almost unrecognizable. She comes across as self-centered, indecisive, and constantly dismisses Flynn’s feelings and opinions. Her behavior feels so out of character that it’s hard to see her as the same person.

One of the most frustrating things is the way she allows others—especially Cassandra—to insult and belittle Flynn. He’s constantly made the butt of jokes and treated poorly by those around him, and Rapunzel rarely, if ever, stands up for him. In fact, when he speaks up for himself, she often sides against him! Flynn has a mind of his own, but in the series, Rapunzel seems to dismiss his opinions and needs as if they don’t matter. The Rapunzel from the movie would never treat him this way.

The Marriage Rejection: A Major Betrayal One of the biggest disappointments is Rapunzel’s reaction to Flynn’s marriage proposal. In the movie, she loved him so much that she was willing to give up everything for him. She even offered to stay locked in the tower forever just to save his life. But in the series, she rejects his proposal, acting as if marriage is somehow a prison for her. This not only feels out of character, but it’s also insulting to Flynn, who’s putting his heart on the line only to have her brush him off. It sends a terrible message, suggesting that true love isn’t enough for her unless it’s always on her terms.

What makes this rejection feel even worse is that it’s not even based on any logical reason. They’ve known each other for months, and considering the historical time period, marriage would be the natural next step. And yet, Rapunzel hesitates, as if she’s constantly questioning her love for Flynn. For a character who was willing to give up everything for him in the movie, this lack of commitment is a complete betrayal of who Rapunzel was supposed to be.

The Constant Manipulation and Lack of Accountability Throughout the series, Rapunzel hides secrets from Flynn, manipulates situations, and uses time travel to “fix” Flynn’s personality when he dares to disagree with her. This kind of behavior is controlling and unfair, but she never seems to feel guilty or take responsibility. She even draws his face on a punching bag to please Cassandra, never apologizing or showing concern for how hurtful that could be to someone she supposedly loves.

By the end of the series, it feels like everything always has to go her way, while Flynn’s needs and feelings are constantly ignored or trampled over. Rapunzel’s treatment of him is selfish and dismissive, as if she only cares about him when it’s convenient for her. This kind of behavior feels toxic, and it’s not the love story I remember from the movie.

The Hypocrisy of Tangled: The Series Rapunzel The Rapunzel in the series is not the fairytale character she was meant to be. She’s the opposite of the girl from the movie who was ready to sacrifice everything for love and freedom. Her behavior is hypocritical: she rejects Flynn’s love and commitment, takes him for granted, and constantly lets others disrespect him. If anything, the series’ version of Rapunzel treats Flynn more like a sidekick who’s there to serve her than a partner she truly cares about.

The movie’s Rapunzel was kind, selfless, and full of love. But the series’ version seems like someone else entirely—self-centered, ungrateful, and unwilling to compromise.

For me, this isn’t Rapunzel at all. It’s a poor rewrite of the character, turning her into someone who acts selfishly and constantly overlooks the love of someone who’s been nothing but supportive and devoted. This series doesn’t deserve to be canon, and I’ll always remember the real Rapunzel as the one from the movie who knew the true meaning of love and selflessness.

rapunzel is an absolute piece of shit. anyone who likes her is questionable x.

[tangledmovielove]

Rapunzel about sacrificing her entire freedom and basically her entire life for a man she met three days ago because she loved him so much and then making out with that guy in public because they were so passionate: That's perfectly fine.

Rapunzel about marrying that same man after that moment of proving true love and commitment and months of getting to know each other better in a time period where a marriage was the only way for a couple to even be together publicly and physically: No, that's a trap.

[tangledmovielove]

A girl refusing to marry the man she loved so much that she wanted to go to prison for him for all eternity, because she feels like it would somehow strip her of her freedom in an 18th century setting where marriage was the only way to be together publicly and physically, is more unrealistic to me than a girl with 70 feet of magical hair.

[tangledmovielove]

Why Rapunzel and Flynn’s Relationship in Tangled: The Series Is a Complete Disaster

I will never understand why Disney chose to completely ruin Rapunzel and Flynn's beautiful, loving relationship from the movie in Tangled: The Series. What was once a tale of mutual respect, selfless love, and personal growth turns into a toxic mess, where Rapunzel treats Flynn like an afterthought and their entire relationship is reduced to something unrecognizable. Here’s why I’m so angry at what they did to these characters and their story.

Flynn’s Character Destruction Let’s start with Flynn. In the original movie, he was a charming, witty, and complex character with his flaws, sure, but a character who grew and changed for the better because of Rapunzel. He wasn’t perfect, but he had heart. In Tangled: The Series, though, Flynn becomes a complete joke. Gone is the smart, street-smart man who learned to love and put others first. Instead, we get a guy who’s perpetually clumsy, naive, and often treated like the butt of the joke. He’s constantly belittled by others, including Cassandra, and Rapunzel never stands up for him. What happened to the man who stood up against a whole army to protect her? It’s just heartbreaking to watch him turned into a shell of the character we loved.

Rapunzel’s Total Disrespect for Flynn The way Rapunzel treats Flynn in Tangled: The Series is honestly unforgivable. She constantly takes him for granted, disregards his feelings, and lets him be mocked by everyone around them—Cassandra especially. And the worst part? She never steps in to defend him. How is it that the Rapunzel from the movie, who loved Flynn enough to sacrifice herself to save him, has become someone who allows her partner to be insulted and humiliated?

Let’s talk about the proposal. Flynn proposes to Rapunzel in the movie, and in that moment, it was clear they had a deep, unbreakable bond, and their love was something real and pure. But in the series, Rapunzel rejects his proposal multiple times! She does not see the value of marriage with Flynn, even though they’ve been through so much together. Instead, she acts like he’s asking for a prison sentence. What happened to the Rapunzel who was willing to sacrifice everything to be with him? How does she go from being so deeply in love that she would go to prison for him to now acting like their commitment is too much of a burden?

The Time Travel “Fix” and the Lack of Accountability One of the most disturbing plot points in the series is when Rapunzel uses time travel to “fix” Flynn’s personality after he dares to disagree with her. This is so incredibly toxic. No relationship should have one partner constantly trying to mold the other to fit their ideals, especially by manipulating time itself. Rapunzel never once acknowledges how wrong and manipulative this is. If the roles were reversed and Flynn did something like this to Rapunzel, the outrage would be immediate. Yet Rapunzel gets away with it, and it’s treated like no big deal. How can she still be seen as a heroine when she treats Flynn’s agency and personality like something to be “fixed” when he doesn’t meet her expectations?

The Terrible Message About Marriage The worst part about this series is the message it sends about love and marriage. In Tangled: The Series, Rapunzel rejects Flynn’s proposal multiple times, and it’s framed like he’s the one being unreasonable. Marriage is depicted as a “prison,” despite the fact that the Rapunzel from the movie would’ve done anything to be with Flynn forever, even if it meant a life of confinement. This contradiction doesn’t just harm their relationship; it sends an awful message to audiences about commitment and love.

Why is marriage being demonized here? The movie presented marriage as a symbol of eternal love and commitment, and it made sense within the context of the time. Back then, marriage was the only way for Rapunzel and Flynn to be together as equals. Yet the series twists that, turning marriage into something negative, even though both characters showed immense devotion to each other.

Rapunzel’s constant rejection of Flynn’s proposal feels like a slap in the face to the deep love they shared in the movie. They were willing to sacrifice everything for each other! How does that suddenly change to "marriage equals imprisonment" in the series? It’s insulting, especially considering how much they’ve been through to finally be together.

The Double Standard in Relationships The double standard here is staggering. Flynn is constantly expected to change, apologize, and adjust to Rapunzel’s every whim, yet Rapunzel never makes any compromises herself. She’s allowed to ignore his needs and brush off his feelings, but if Flynn does the slightest thing she doesn’t like, it’s a huge deal. This is not how a healthy relationship works, and Disney should not be portraying this dynamic as normal or acceptable. The movie showed us two people who were equals, who loved and respected each other. The series turned that into a one-sided relationship where Flynn has to bend over backward while Rapunzel gets everything she wants.

Conclusion Tangled: The Series completely ruins what made the relationship between Rapunzel and Flynn so beautiful in the movie. Their love was built on mutual respect, sacrifice, and the willingness to always have each other’s backs. In the series, however, it becomes a toxic and one-sided mess where Flynn is constantly belittled, his feelings ignored, and Rapunzel manipulates him to fit her vision of the relationship. It’s heartbreaking to watch the characters devolve into shadows of their former selves.

Disney took something pure and turned it into something unrecognizable. I’ll always love Tangled for what it was—the story of two people who found each other, made sacrifices, and built a life together. But Tangled: The Series made me realize that sometimes, a beautiful story is better left untold, rather than destroyed for the sake of a "modern" narrative.

[tangledmovielove]

Why I Can't Consider Tangled: The Series Canon – Disney Completely Changed Rapunzel and Flynn’s Love Story

I loved Disney’s Tangled for its beautiful portrayal of love and sacrifice between Rapunzel and Flynn. But Tangled: The Series took everything that made their relationship special and transformed it into a confusing, unrecognizable, and even toxic dynamic.

In the Tangled movie, Rapunzel and Flynn shared an immediate, selfless connection. They each sacrificed for one another, showing a true, deep love after just a few days—a connection that felt timeless and true. Flynn risked his life to protect her, and she was willing to give up her freedom, even if it meant living in a tower or going to prison with him for all eternity. This kind of commitment made them one of Disney’s most powerful couples.

But the series undoes so much of this. Flynn, who was clever, brave, and selfless, becomes almost a sidekick—often belittled and insulted by other characters, particularly Cassandra, while Rapunzel just stands by and says nothing. When he speaks his mind, she prioritizes Cassandra’s feelings, often disregarding Flynn’s own opinions, dreams, and even his proposal. It feels as if his desires don’t matter.

One of the most disappointing aspects is Rapunzel’s rejection of his proposal, suggesting that marriage is a trap, when in the movie, she was ready to sacrifice everything for Flynn. Her hesitation about marriage after months together, especially in a historical context where marriage was essential to truly be together, feels forced and out of character. Marriage in that time period was a commitment that allowed two people to share their lives without barriers. Rejecting it makes no sense for a princess in love and sends a confusing message.

The Way Tangled: The Series Undermines the Meaning of Love and Marriage In Tangled, Rapunzel and Flynn showed they would do anything for each other after only days together. But in the series, Rapunzel hesitates about marriage even after months, treating it as a loss of “freedom” rather than a commitment. This completely shifts the message, making it seem like Flynn’s love—and marriage itself—is something to fear or resist. That hesitation can feel hurtful and unfair, as if Rapunzel only values Flynn when others are interested in him, which feels toxic and completely different from the pure, selfless love portrayed in the movie.

And if Disney wanted a couple to take things slowly, why use Rapunzel and Flynn, who are deeply in love and have risked everything for each other? Tangled showed a pure, meaningful connection—a couple who would want to be together forever. Seeing Rapunzel doubt this makes her character feel inconsistent with everything the movie established.

Historical Inaccuracy and the Harmful Message about Love and Respect In the time period Tangled is set, marrying early was normal, especially for royalty. Tangled: The Series pushes the modern idea that marriage limits freedom, even though in the historical context of Tangled, marriage was a way for two people to officially build a life together. It’s not realistic to think a princess from this time would reject a proposal after months with the person she loves.

And this modern perspective of “marriage as a prison” makes it seem as if Rapunzel only wants the benefits of Flynn’s love without giving him the commitment he’s ready to make. What kind of message does that send to kids? If someone views marriage as a trap, it implies they’re not fully in love or looking for a way out, which isn’t fair to Flynn’s character or to the original fairy tale.

Rapunzel was supposed to be a symbol of love, freedom, and loyalty, but this series paints her as someone indecisive and self-centered, leaving Flynn to constantly compromise without her doing the same.

Conclusion In Tangled, Rapunzel and Flynn’s love is timeless and committed. Tangled: The Series undermines their bond, turning Flynn into a character who constantly has to prove himself, and makes Rapunzel seem selfish and dismissive. The entire series feels incompatible with the movie’s message of love and commitment. I wish Disney hadn’t changed their story so drastically just to add “modern” drama. For me, I’ll always see the movie as canon and this series as something else entirely.

[tangledmovielove]

Why the Tangled Series Betrayed the Original Story of Rapunzel and Flynn

As someone who loved Tangled for its story of selfless love, personal growth, and deep commitment, I was incredibly disappointed with the Tangled series and the way it handled Rapunzel and Flynn’s relationship. Here’s why the show felt like such a betrayal of the original story and why I just can’t accept it as canon:

1. Ruined Character Dynamics

In the Tangled movie, Flynn was a clever, resourceful, and compassionate man who put on a bit of an arrogant front. His cockiness was just a shield, but he clearly had a smart, caring side beneath it. But in the series, Flynn is reduced to a shadow of his former self—made into a joke, belittled by other characters, especially Cassandra, and constantly disrespected by Rapunzel. This is not the Flynn who sacrificed his life for Rapunzel; it feels like a different character entirely.

Rapunzel, who we saw as kind, strong, and self-assured in the movie, ends up treating Flynn poorly in the show. She keeps secrets from him, dismisses his opinions, and even draws his face on a punching bag as a joke. Why would she demean someone she supposedly loves? It makes her character seem insensitive, which isn’t the Rapunzel we fell in love with.

2. The Marriage Rejection

In the series, Rapunzel rejects Flynn’s proposal not once but several times, even after they’ve been together for months! It’s inconsistent with her character from the movie, where she was ready to give up everything for him within days. Suddenly, marriage is framed as some kind of “prison” for her. Why? This isn’t just confusing; it’s toxic.

Rejecting marriage sends a troubling message: that commitment isn’t a natural part of a loving relationship, or that one person’s desires are less important than the other’s autonomy. In reality, healthy relationships are based on mutual respect, balance, and a desire to be together. This series risks teaching the opposite.

3. Historical Inconsistency

The story is set in a time period when marriage was not only expected but essential for couples who loved each other. For a couple as passionately in love as Rapunzel and Flynn, delaying marriage doesn’t fit the setting. If they were both willing to sacrifice their lives for each other after a few days, then marrying a few months later shouldn’t be a “trap”—it should be the natural next step.

The series misses the chance to portray marriage as a positive outcome and instead makes it seem like a burden. This is especially disappointing because the original Tangled was about two people who finally found a way out of loneliness and isolation through love. Why would they turn that beautiful ending into a toxic game of avoidance and conflict?

4. Sending a Toxic Message About Relationships

There’s a double standard here: if Flynn treated Rapunzel this way—constantly belittling her, rejecting her wishes, or keeping her waiting for a future that he wasn’t committed to—most people would see it as toxic. But the series implies that it’s fine because it’s Rapunzel rejecting Flynn. This imbalance sends a confusing message to fans.

And what kind of message is it to teach young viewers that one person’s opinions, needs, and feelings don’t matter as much as the other’s? Flynn shouldn’t always have to compromise his happiness to please Rapunzel. True love means caring about both people’s dreams and desires, not just one.

5. Ignoring the Original Fairy Tale

The Tangled story is based on one of the world’s most famous fairy tales about a girl’s love that breaks her free from isolation. In every original version, the relationship is based on mutual love and willingness to sacrifice. The show’s writers lost this heart, turning Rapunzel into a “girlboss” character who prioritizes herself over her partner. It’s fine to be independent, but this shouldn’t come at the cost of a healthy relationship.

In the earliest version of Rapunzel (Petrosinella), the heroine’s love for her prince inspired her to escape her imprisonment and to start a new life with him. There was nothing wrong with that; it made sense for the story’s time period and captured a very human desire for love and partnership. Ignoring this context is disrespectful to the original tale.

6. The Series Just Doesn’t Fit With the Movie

In the movie, Rapunzel and Flynn were both willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for each other’s happiness. But in the series, Rapunzel won’t even commit to him. If this is the version of Rapunzel we’re supposed to believe in, then it almost makes the original movie seem unbelievable. To stay true to the love story, I have to consider the series non-canon.

Disney managed to get the tone right with the Aladdin remake, allowing Jasmine and Aladdin to marry at the end. Why couldn’t they give Rapunzel and Flynn this same respect in the series?

Disney took what could have been a beautiful love story of mutual respect and partnership and warped it into a forced narrative about independence that doesn’t even make sense for the setting. Rapunzel and Flynn were meant to be together; they deserved to have their story end on a high note, not in a drawn-out cycle of disrespect and frustration.

In Summary: Disney, Please Don’t Let This Be Canon

If Disney ever remakes Tangled, I hope they remember what made Rapunzel and Flynn so beloved. Give them an ending where they marry and begin their lives together as equals, honoring the time period of the original fairy tale.

The series may have had good intentions, but it missed what made Tangled beautiful: a story of love and commitment that transcends isolation and fear. Until Disney recognizes this, I’ll always consider the series non-canon.

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Tangled: The Series – Or How to Turn the Most Loyal Disney Couple into an Absolute Mess

Rating: -100/10 ⭐️ (Would give it less if possible!)

Dear Disney, why did you feel the need to ruin the story of Rapunzel and Flynn? Tangled was perfect—a fairytale with romance, sacrifice, and two people who were willing to give up everything for each other after only a few days. And then came Tangled: The Series, which took this beautiful relationship, threw it in a blender, and added a heaping dose of modern relationship drama that nobody asked for. Flynn Rider, the charming, witty, smart hero, has become… well, let’s just say the “Flynn” in this series is hardly recognizable.

First off, Flynn’s character is now unrecognizably arrogant and foolish, constantly sidelined, and endlessly belittled by others, particularly Cassandra, while Rapunzel just stands by and says nothing! Remember the guy who sacrificed everything for Rapunzel? Well, now he’s basically the series’ comic relief who can’t catch a break. And Rapunzel, who seemed like she’d do anything to keep him safe, suddenly just… lets it happen. Worse, she’s even angry at Flynn if he so much as looks at Cassandra the wrong way. Where is the love, Disney?

And don’t even get me started on the marriage storyline. In the series, Rapunzel rejects marriage like it’s some kind of trap. She was ready to spend eternity in a tower for Flynn at the end of Tangled, but now, marriage is too much commitment? The message seems to be: “Marriage is a prison—even if you truly love someone.” And it’s not like she rejected him because they’d only known each other for a week—no, this is months later. It’s baffling. You’d think they’d be racing to get married after all the movie’s high-stakes sacrifices. And back then, marriage was the only way they could actually be together! In this setting, if you’re in love, you get married—end of story. But Disney’s got Flynn waiting around endlessly, while Rapunzel seems more interested in her “freedom.”

Then there’s the insulting double standard. Rapunzel’s allowed to keep secrets, take him for granted, even draw his face on a punching bag (for Cassandra’s benefit!) without a hint of remorse. She even goes back in time to change his personality just because he dares to disagree with her. If Flynn tried even half of this nonsense, he’d be roasted alive. And if the writers wanted a storyline about a couple who wouldn’t marry right away, why not go with Tiana and Naveen? Their relationship was playful and open-ended; they weren’t sacrificing their lives for each other on day one. Rapunzel and Flynn, though, were the opposite—they knew instantly that they’d found “the one,” and in their time period, you don’t put off marriage after finding that kind of love. If they’d almost died for each other, why would they not want to marry?

And what message are we sending to young viewers here? That a man’s opinions don’t matter in a relationship? That marriage is some horrible trap if you love someone? That one person (in this case, Flynn) should constantly give up his feelings and wishes for the other? Poor Flynn deserves someone who loves him, respects his opinions, and doesn’t see his proposal as a prison sentence. And why would any self-respecting guy put up with this? The Flynn Rider from the movie, with his rough edges and ego, would never stick around for this treatment. It’s painful to watch him go from confident to sidelined so fast.

And the historical accuracy? Nonexistent. Back then, people who loved each other and wanted to be together got married. That was just the norm. Imagine Cinderella or Aurora saying, “Thanks, Prince Charming, but I need my ‘me’ time.” And I’ll never understand why Disney chose this couple to give a “modern” relationship twist. Flynn and Rapunzel are willing to die for each other in the movie, yet in the series, marriage is too much?

Disney, how did we go from a couple so in love that they’d risk their lives, to a series where one character is manipulated and disrespected for laughs? A guy who went from orphaned outcast to world-class charmer doesn’t become a love-struck fool who’s okay with constant rejection, insults, and unrealistic compromises in a matter of months. And if you wanted modern drama, why pick a story set in the 1700s?

If you’re looking for healthy Disney couples, why not remember Tarzan and Jane, or Robin Hood and Maid Marian? Flynn and Rapunzel from the movie belong in that same category. Tangled was supposed to be about true love conquering all. Instead, we got a series that treats commitment as a burden and turns one of Disney’s best male characters into a watered-down shadow of himself. This show sends the wrong message and messes up a story that didn’t need more “modern lessons.” Flynn deserved better, Rapunzel deserved better, and frankly, so did we.

For all these reasons, I’ll never consider Tangled: The Series canon and will happily pretend it never existed so I can enjoy the movie. In fact, if I had to take it as canon, I almost wish Flynn had just stayed dead in the movie—it would’ve been tragic, but at least it would’ve preserved the dignity of his character and their love story.

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Flynn Rider Deserves Better—A Tragic Tale of a Hero Reduced to Comic Relief

Rating: 0/10 ⭐️ (And that’s being generous)

Dear Disney, thanks for taking one of my favorite animated love stories and flipping it upside down into a masterclass in how not to write romance. I came in expecting Tangled: The Series to expand on Rapunzel and Flynn’s beautiful connection, but instead… I got relationship chaos, character assassination, and a bizarre moral about how marriage is actually a trap. Apparently, love means constantly belittling your partner, keeping secrets, and time-traveling just to alter their opinions. And they call this the “healthiest Disney couple”? Here’s a breakdown of why Tangled: The Series is the ultimate lesson in how to ruin a romance:

1. Flynn Rider: Hero to… Comic Relief? Whoever wrote this version of Flynn must have skipped the movie, because the Flynn in Tangled is witty, clever, and knows how to put on a confident front. Yet here, he’s reduced to a dimwitted, self-centered clown. It’s like Disney decided that because he’s the guy, he doesn’t deserve depth. Gone is the sharp, lovable Flynn we knew. Instead, he’s a caricature, constantly getting insulted, pushed aside, and trampled on by Rapunzel’s best friend, Cassandra, while Rapunzel stands by, silent as a wallflower. And Rapunzel has the audacity to get mad if Flynn says anything remotely critical of Cassandra? It’s ridiculous!

2. The Marriage Plot: A Cruel Joke Remember in Tangled when Rapunzel was ready to sacrifice her freedom forever just to be with Flynn? Apparently, now marriage is where she draws the line. And somehow, sacrificing her life for a guy she’s just met is noble, but committing to a man she’s deeply in love with after months of being together is a prison? I mean, this is the 1700s we’re talking about! Back then, marriage wasn’t optional if you wanted to be together, so what is with this plotline where she keeps rejecting his proposals like it’s a game? Flynn has to ask her over and over, only to be rejected each time—how’s that for a “healthy relationship”?

3. Marriage is a Trap? Only If You’re Not With the Right Person This show sends the mind-boggling message that marrying someone you truly love equals “losing your freedom.” Yet in the movie, Rapunzel was ready to lose everything just to save Flynn. Now, she’s scared marriage will mean she’s tied down forever. Newsflash: if you love someone enough to risk your life for them, a wedding ring shouldn’t be the deal-breaker! Also, since when is love about constant sacrifice by one partner? This show makes Flynn give in every single time, like his opinions and dreams don’t matter. In real life, that’s a red flag.

4. The Toxic Double Standard Imagine the roles were reversed, and it was Flynn constantly ignoring Rapunzel’s wishes, brushing her off, and putting his friends above her. Would people call that healthy? Not a chance. But apparently, because Rapunzel’s the “free spirit,” it’s totally okay for her to put Flynn on the back burner and even draw his face on a punching bag. She constantly disregards his feelings, and Disney wants me to believe this is love? In what world does that make any sense?

5. If You Reject Someone’s Proposal… Maybe Don’t Stay Together In real life, rejecting a marriage proposal usually means “I don’t see a future with you.” But here, Rapunzel rejects Flynn’s proposal (repeatedly!) and they just go on dating like it’s nothing. If she’s so terrified of a life with him, maybe she shouldn’t be with him? Flynn deserves someone who loves him without second thoughts, not someone who constantly hesitates and treats him like a backup option.

6. Historical Accuracy Was Thrown Out the Window The movie’s story takes place in a time where marriage was the way for two people to be together. So why does the show treat it like a modern-day relationship drama? It’s like they threw 1700s history out the window for a modern rom-com plot. And if Disney wanted to showcase a couple taking it slow, they had the perfect candidates in Tiana and Naveen—set in the 1920s, they could easily go the “long-term relationship” route. But Rapunzel and Flynn? No way! After everything they went through, they would want to be together. They literally almost died for each other! Why would they wait years to get married?

7. The Lesson Here Is What…? Ultimately, Tangled: The Series teaches that a relationship can function even if one partner has to make all the sacrifices. And that’s not love; that’s just unfair. The series completely ignores Flynn’s background and trauma—he grew up alone, unloved, and still treats Rapunzel right. And yet, all Rapunzel does in return is push him aside, mock his desires, and time-travel to change his personality when he disagrees with her. I mean, I thought love was about respecting each other’s differences, but this show thinks it’s about altering them to fit one person’s vision. Yikes.

In Conclusion Disney’s Tangled: The Series took a beautiful love story and turned it into a modern drama where true love is redefined as “wait forever and put up with constant disrespect.” Flynn deserves better than to be treated like Rapunzel’s last choice, and Rapunzel deserves someone who isn’t always giving in. And let’s not even get started on how bizarre it is that marrying someone you love after a few months is bad but throwing your life away for a stranger is good. Logic? None here. If you want a story where characters actually respect each other, go watch the original Tangled and leave this series out of it.

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Tangled: The Series—Or How to Turn a Fairy Tale Romance into a Modern Love Lesson (And Not in a Good Way)

Rating: 0/10 ⭐️ (I’d give it negative stars if I could)

Dear Disney, how could you? You had one job: continue the magic, romance, and timeless charm of Tangled. Instead, what did we get? A modern soap opera that tosses love, historical accuracy, and the true spirit of Tangled out the window. Congratulations, Disney, you have officially created the most frustrating series ever, where fairy-tale romance meets…modern relationship debates. Just what we all wanted, right? No? Well, here’s why it failed:

Let’s start with Rapunzel and Flynn (or should I say Eugene, though he hardly resembles the same character we knew and loved). Remember how they sacrificed everything for each other in the original movie? You’d think that level of devotion would lead to one thing and one thing only in an 18th-century setting: marriage! But apparently not! Instead, Disney thinks that a marriage proposal is just some “optional” step to freedom, and that a long-term relationship can just sit around waiting for Rapunzel to “find herself.” Seriously? This is the 1700s we’re talking about! People didn’t just “date” for years on end! They married early so they could be together. This isn’t a social media relationship status update; it’s real love… or at least it was, before this series.

And what’s with the whole “marriage is a prison” message? Last I checked, Rapunzel and Eugene were madly in love. And when you love someone that much, you want to be with them, not postpone marriage as if it’s some kind of life sentence! In the time period Tangled is supposed to represent, marriage was the only way couples could truly be together. So why does Disney insist on shoving modern ideas into a historical setting, making marriage sound like a trap? I’ll tell you why: it’s this toxic “modern feminist” mindset where they can’t stand the idea of a princess actually wanting to marry her true love. The horror!

And poor Eugene… or Flynn… or whatever’s left of him in this show. He went from a charming, selfless hero in the movie to some watered-down comic relief character who exists solely to be “the guy” who has to wait around. It’s painful to watch. Eugene, who was willing to sacrifice his life for Rapunzel, now has to sit in the background while she decides whether she feels like getting married? It’s like turning Romeo and Juliet into an episode of Friends.

And now the historical aspect: This show completely ignores the 1700s time period. Back then, marriage was essential, especially for women, for social and practical reasons! The original Rapunzel story (Petrosinella by Basile) had a girl who knew exactly what she wanted—a prince who would take her out of a bad situation and give her a better life. Petrosinella knew that marriage wasn’t a trap; it was her freedom, her fairy-tale ending! Just like Cinderella, she wanted a way out of her sad reality, and the prince provided that! In fact, her love story is one of the best and most romantic examples of how love could be the key to freedom. Yet, in Tangled: The Series, that message is totally twisted into “independence means not marrying the person you love.”

And then they try to make Rapunzel into this “fighting, modern girlboss” type—what’s up with that? She was already strong in the original fairy tale! She outsmarted her captor, planned her own escape, and knew exactly what she wanted from life. She didn’t need modern ideas of “independence” to know she wanted to leave her tower and be with her prince! And yes, she wanted a prince—is that so wrong? People want true love; that’s why these stories exist! But no, this series had to turn Rapunzel into the new face of “I don’t need no man”—even if she’s already found the perfect one.

Disney, what happened to fairy-tale love stories? Because this is more like a lesson in “modern dating nightmares.” This series should come with a warning: “Do not expect Tangled vibes; may contain harsh doses of modern relationship cynicism.”

In Summary: Disney turned the greatest love story of all time into a modern drama about “freedom” from commitment and ignored that marriage in a historical setting was the way for two people to be together. Flynn and Rapunzel are still the best couple Disney ever created, but if I have to count Tangled: The Series as canon, my heart might just shatter. Save yourself the heartbreak and watch the movie instead.

Final Verdict: -0/10 stars.

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A Hilariously Over-the-Top Review of Tangled: The Series (or Why This Show Should Be Banned From All Time Travel Adventures)

Rating: 0/10 (I have to give it something or else it might be too kind)

Well, where do I even start? Tangled: The Series… the show that took everything that made Tangled a perfect Disney movie and turned it into… well, a twisted mess of logic, love, and historical inaccuracies. I truly thought Rapunzel and Eugene’s love story couldn’t be improved upon, but apparently, Disney decided they needed to add a tiny little detail: historical accuracy? Nope. Logical character choices? Nope. A shred of romance? Nope.

Let’s begin with the basics: Marriage in the 18th century. Disney somehow decided that Rapunzel and Eugene’s deep love for one another needed a few extra years of “will-they-won’t-they” drama. Why? Because apparently, in the Tangled universe, the couple who literally risked their lives for each other is now supposed to spend years apart, contemplating their future like it’s some reality TV show relationship. So in the 1700s, you’re supposed to wait a few years to marry? I don’t think so! What happened to historical realism, Disney?! If Eugene had waited any longer, he might’ve been forced to start a pension plan before they could even kiss!

Now let’s talk about Eugene (or Flynn Rider, whatever you prefer). In the movie, this was a smart, witty guy with a bit of a rough exterior but a heart of gold. In Tangled: The Series? He’s somehow turned into an arrogant, clueless, overly dramatic caricature of himself. And Rapunzel? Oh, she’s the new poster child for “independent princesses who can do it all (except commit to her amazing fiancé)!” Who needs a marriage proposal when you can be yourself… and put off all major life decisions like it’s an annoying chore?

And the relationship? Oh, don’t get me started. These two were willing to sacrifice their lives for each other, yet in the series, they can’t even sacrifice a date night without it becoming a “miscommunication.” Who knew love in the 18th century involved this much emotional labor? Thanks for the healthy relationship advice, Disney.

I mean, at this point, I’m convinced the real reason Eugene and Rapunzel don’t get married is because Rapunzel doesn’t want to give up the freedom to keep drawing Flynn’s face on punching bags for fun (while avoiding actual emotional maturity). Is marriage really that much of a trap? Because if it means you can’t get your perfect prince to marry you after months of passionate, self-sacrificial love, well, I think we’ve all learned the wrong lesson here.

Final thoughts: Tangled: The Series took my beloved characters and treated them like modern dating trends were more important than basic historical logic or their shared, beautiful, life-risking romance. If this show were a product of the 18th century, it would be sitting in a tower, waiting for its own “self-discovery” arc. My advice? If you love Tangled—skip this. If you enjoy watching historical characters making modern relationship mistakes, feel free to dive in. Just don’t expect any of it to make sense.

Rating: 0/10.