AI Moonlights As A Casting Agent For Theoretical Live-Action Remakes Of Our Favorite Cartoons
By Ishita P

This article was originally published on travelerdoor
In a world where technology is advancing rapidly, it’s no surprise that we now see AI-generated human images of our favorite cartoon characters. French artist Hidrėlėy Diao integrated his artistic skills with Photoshop and AI to bring popular animated characters to life. Unsurprisingly, these images are taking the internet by storm. They not only provide fans with a new way to experience their beloved characters but also showcase the impressive capabilities of artificial intelligence.With lifelike features and accurate proportions, these images are truly stunning and a testimony to the power of technology. So, here we have collected the top 40 AI-generated human photos of cartoon characters by Hidrėlėy. Let’s explore the impact of this new form of representation on the world of animation.All images in this article are courtesy of hidreley on Instagram.Princess Fiona
Who better to start off a list of beloved cartoon characters than Princess Fiona herself? We might not have Fairy Godmothers, but AI worked its magic to show us what Fiona, specifically her ogre form, would look like as a human.
Sailor Moon
Sailor Moon, the legendary defender of love and justice, has now been transformed into a stunning AI-generated human. The resemblance is amazing, entailing every intricate detail of her iconic look and personality. From the big, blue eyes to the classic pigtails, she looks as adorable as ever and yet so alive.
Wonder Woman
Here comes Wonder Woman, the symbol of strength and grace. With her fierce gaze and flowing hair, she embodies the power and beauty of the iconic character and invites us to a world where superheros fly in to save the day.
Sheriff Woody
Presenting the AI-generated human Sheriff Woody that will leave you in awe! With lifelike features, this depiction of the beloved Toy Story character is stunning. It translates the true essence of the character and brings him to life in a whole new way.
Tarzan’s Father
Obviously, everyone remembers Tarzan. The titular character of the 1999 Disney film was an animated heartthrob! Even though they only made a brief appearance and little is known about them, we can’t forget Tarzan’s human parents. Hidrėlėy used the magic of AI to give us a better look at Tarzan’s father.
Snow White
We can’t talk about cartoon characters without mentioning the OG Disney princess, Snow White. With perfect expressions and intrinsic details, this image is a true masterpiece. The level of realism is astonishing, as if Snow White herself has turned up in this real human world.
Puss in Boots
Although he didn’t appear until the second Shrek film, Puss in Boots quickly made his way into peoples’ hearts. He’s got several spin-offs, but there’s one film we have yet to see: a live-action Puss in Boots. Thanks to AI, we can see just how handsome he’d be as a human.
Courage the Cowardly Dog
Cartoon Network had some weird shows in the ’90s, but few were as creepy as Courage the Cowardly Dog. But no matter how nightmarish the show got, we couldn’t help but love little Courage. Even though he was a dog, we always imagined him as a young boy.
King Harold
If you want to see King Harold in a live-action Shrek, your wish to see him alive has been granted. With his fierce eyes and regal features, you can almost feel the power radiating from his persona. And yet the softness tells us he’s just a big teddy bear.
Prince Charming
This AI-generated image of Prince Charming has taken Shrek fans by storm! With striking features and captivating charisma, this digital creation is eerily similar to the fairytale character we all know and love. From his wavy blonde hair to his blue eyes, every detail has been flawlessly captured here.
Fred Flintstone
Have you ever seen a modern version of the iconic character Fred Flintstone? If not, take a look at this AI-generated image of prehistoric man—according to the 1960s. Hidrėlėy made sure to keep Fred’s home in the background and gave us a glimpse at his outfit.
Wilma Flintstone
Fred might be the face of The Flintstones, but Wilma deserves all the credit for the goofball’s success. As such, it wouldn’t be right to talk about a real-world version of The Flintsones without looking at Wilma’s human persona. And sure enough, Hidrėlėy delivered!
Woody Woodpecker
Puss in Boots isn’t the only animal character to get an AI-generated human persona. Though there was a “live-action” Woody Woodpecker film in 2017, we only got to see a cheap CGI version of the titular bird. So, how would his features translate to a human?
Superman
Most of the characters on this list have only appeared as cartoon characters, Superman has had dozens of live-action appearances. Casting agents often try to cast someone with the best acting skills who most closely resembles Kal-El, but only AI can show us what he’d really look like in the real world.
Jessie
There’s a certain irony in using AI to generate lifelike versions of Toy Story characters. Pixar chose to produce a film about toys because CGI was “too plastic” back in 1995. Oh, how technology has advanced. Now computers can give us an uncannily human version of those same characters.
Nakoma
We fall in love with main characters so much that we often forget about their best friends and sidekicks. Surely we’d never forget our bffs! Pocahontas is brave, if a bit naive, and she needs Nakoma to help keep her in check.
Mr. Potato Head
With a franchise as big as Toy Story, there is no shortage of characters for Hidrėlėy to work with. Though his features are the least human-like, the AI did a great job with his makeover. Mr. Potato Head was a bit of a stick-in-the-mud, and we can imagine his human version being just as cynical.
Naruto
Every anime fan had their “gateway” series, and for us, it was Naruto. After all, what’s not to love about the hyperative jinchuriki? It seems like Hidrėlėy is a fan, too, because he gave the titular character an AI makeover.
Shrek
Few series are as iconic as Shrek. The 2001 film took the world by storm and has held a cult status ever since. And, even though Shrek 2 showed us what Shrek looks like as a human, Hidrėlėy worked his magic and gave us a human version of Shrek’s ogre form.
Pinocchio
With the help of AI, Hidrėlėy gave Pinocchio a second chance to become a real boy, but this time with more realistic features. The similarity of this AI-generated human to the classic character is astounding. With a bright smile and cute face, this version of Pinocchio is sure to win many hearts.
Ralph Wiggum
Here’s a good news for all Simpsons fans out there! Your favorite goofball Ralph Wiggum has arrived in the real world. With striking similarities to the animated character, this human version of Ralph will leave you in disbelief that it isn’t a person’s actual photo.
Chief Powhatan
This AI-generated human image of Chief Powhatan, Pocahontas’ father, is unparalleled. It perfectly portrays the leader’s bold features, with his long mohawked hair flowing down the shoulders and his powerful masculine jawline. Besides, the intricate details of his wrinkled skin portray the wisdom that comes with age.
Captain America
When we think of Captain America, the first image that pops into our heads is Chris Evans. For over 10 years, he’s embodied rightousness and justice in the MCU. But with Hidrėlėy’s AI, we can see what the Avengers would look like with his comic book version on the team.
James Howlett
Speaking of Aussies and Marvel, Hidrėlėy used AI to whip up a human version of James Howlett (aka Logan aka Wolverine) as depicted in the comics. With a mutton chop-ducktail combination of hair and beard style and ambiguous smirk, we’re in awe of this AI image.
Scooby-Doo
Who thought our dearest Scooby-Doo would look so good as a human? If we hadn’t seen Hidrėlėy’s work, we would’ve thought human-versons of animal characters would look bizarre and possibly disturbing. But, instead, we’ve learned that they’re actually pretty charming.
Betty Rubble
Who could forget Wilma’s gal pal, Betty Rubble? The beloved character from The Flintstones has been brought to life in this stunning AI-generated human image. With a princess-like appearance and signature blue hair ribbon, this human photo looks even more realistic than the cartoon character.
Diana
Remember Diana, the brave acrobat from the animated series Dungeons & Dragon? Hidrėlėy fused his artistic skills and AI technology to revive this lost cartoon character. With a face that is both pretty and cute, this human version of Diana has now become the talk of the town.
Peter Parker
We don’t care how many live-action remakes there are, we’re thrilled to see what one of the most famous comic book characters would look like in real life. And, apparently, Peter Parker would be a mix between Grant Gusin and Ryan Reynolds.
Presto
With so many big franchises, it’s easy to forget about the smaller series, like the 1983 animated hit, Dungeons & Dragons. We already met the Acrobat of the party, and now it’s time to see their Wizard, the teenage magician, Presto.
King Triton
King Triton, the mighty ruler of Atlantica, has come out of the water to grace us with his presence here on dry land. This older man with bushy grey eyebrows and a long white beard, truly a depiction of a god, is a sight to behold.
Daphne Blake
With uncanny realism and attention to detail, this digital human-like representation of Daphne Blake is a phenomenal piece of art. From her reddish-orange hair to greenish-blue eyes, every aspect of this image attests to the power of AI and upholds the beauty of our beloved Scooby-Doo character.
Donkey
This digital image of Donkey, one of the most liked characters from the Shrek films, ironically looks good as a human. AI has managed to capture the minutest details of the animal’s attributes and transposed them onto a human face, creating an image that looks not only natural but also incredibly humorous.
Jimmy De Santa
The French artist, Hidrėlėy, has tried to bring Jimmy De Santa from GTA 5 to life through this stunningly realistic AI-generated image. With remarkable similarities to the in-game character, this human version of Jimmy demonstrates the real power of technology in art.
Barney Rubble
To round off the adult main characters from The Flintstones, Hidrėlėy used AI to generate a real-life version of Barney Rubble. We try not to think about it, but there was an actual live-action Flintstones film made in 1994. Too bad they couldn’t cast Hidrėlėy’s AI characters for the characters.
Zeus
We can expect nothing less than this for the human portrayal of Zeus, the King of Olympus. This old man with curly grey hair and a short white beard conspicuously resembles the God of lightning. The wrinkles on his face add to his character, portraying his wisdom and knowledge.
Bionic Woman
This human version of Bionic Woman is a paradigm of the potential of AI technology in digital art. The Duchenne smile and blonde hair are so lifelike that you’d swear she is an actual human. The posture, facial expression, and overall feel of the image create an eerie sense of realism.
Carl Johnson
CJ is one most beloved characters in the GTA series. Seeing him as a human is a dream for most GTA fans. So, here Hidrėlėy tried to fulfill your wish through art and technology. The resemblance between the human version and the original character of CJ is jaw-dropping.
Sheila
No Dungeons & Dragons party would be complete without a thief. This AI-generated lifelike version fo Sheila from the Dungeons & Dragons animated series shows us what a charming and disarming thief really looks like. Oddly enough, the AI didn’t do as good of a job with her recreation…
Cassim
Cassim surprised all of us by coming to life in this human form. From the wrinkles around his eyes to the subtle smile, he looks like a real person who has lived a full life. Although this image resembles the original character to a certain extent, it’s not very accurate.
Stinky Pete
Today is probably the best day for Toy Story fans. Stinky Pete, one of the popular characters from Toy Story 2, is here to complete the Woody’s Roundup trio. And, true to the character, his picture only gives off a lovable grandpa vibe…not the villain he truly is.
Lois Griffin
This list would not be complete without a representative from one of the most popular animated sitcoms of all time, Family Guy. Lois Griffin happens to be the main character, Peter Griffin’s wife and the mother to their two children.