From Disney Twins To Hollywood Moguls: 5 Shocking New Ventures Of Cole And Dylan Sprouse In 2025

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The Sprouse twins are no longer just Zack and Cody. As of late 2025, Cole and Dylan Sprouse have completely redefined their careers, pivoting from beloved Disney Channel stars to serious Hollywood actors, producers, and entrepreneurs. Their recent projects—spanning major film roles, a unique beverage business, and high-fashion photography—reveal a strategic and intentional move to secure their status as multifaceted industry players, proving that their post-*Suite Life* success is anything but accidental. This deep dive into their 2025 career landscape uncovers their latest film roles, unique business ventures, and the surprising personal updates that have kept them in the headlines, solidifying their transition from child stars to powerful young moguls.

Cole and Dylan Sprouse: Complete Biographical Profile & Career Milestones

The identical twins, Dylan Thomas Sprouse and Cole Mitchell Sprouse, have one of the most unique career trajectories in modern Hollywood, beginning their professional lives before they were even a year old. Here is a look at their foundational history and key milestones.

  • Full Names: Dylan Thomas Sprouse and Cole Mitchell Sprouse
  • Born: August 4, 1992, in Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy
  • Parents: Matthew Sprouse and Melanie Wright
  • Education: Both attended New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study. Dylan majored in video game design, and Cole majored in archaeology.
  • Breakout Role (Shared): Patrick Kelly in the ABC series Grace Under Fire (1993–1998).
  • First Major Film Role (Shared): Julian McGrath in the Adam Sandler comedy Big Daddy (1999).
  • Iconic Disney Role (Shared): Zack (Dylan) and Cody (Cole) Martin in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody (2005–2008) and its spin-off The Suite Life on Deck (2008–2011).
  • Post-Hiatus Return (Cole): Jughead Jones in The CW series Riverdale (2017–2023).
  • Post-Hiatus Return (Dylan): Lucas in the thriller film Dismissed (2017).
  • Current Relationship Status (Dylan): Married to supermodel Barbara Palvin (married in 2023, engaged in September 2022).

The 2025 Film Slate: Horror, Action, and Romantic Dramas

The twins have strategically avoided working together since their Disney days, opting instead to forge distinct paths through diverse and challenging film roles. Their 2024 and 2025 schedules prove they are serious about moving beyond the teen idol phase, tackling everything from action-comedy to dark horror.

Cole Sprouse: The King of Dark Cinema

Cole Sprouse, famous for his role as the brooding Jughead Jones, has cemented his niche in projects with a darker, more artistic edge. His recent and upcoming work shows a clear preference for cinematic depth and complex characters.

  • Lisa Frankenstein (2024): Cole starred as the Creature in this horror-comedy written by Diablo Cody (Juno). The film is a dark, quirky take on the classic Frankenstein story, giving Cole a chance to showcase his range in a genre film.
  • I Wish You All the Best (2025): This highly anticipated film, also starring Alexandra Daddario, is a powerful adaptation of a young adult novel. Cole plays Thomas, a key supporting role in a story focused on a non-binary teen who moves in with their estranged sister.
  • The Rivals of Amziah King (2025): Slated for a 2025 release, this thriller stars Cole alongside Matthew McConaughey. The film is described as a crime story set in rural Oklahoma, marking a significant step into serious, star-studded cinema for Sprouse.
  • Lionsgate Production Deal: Beyond acting, Cole has signed a development deal with Lionsgate, the studio behind the *John Wick* franchise, to produce a new film. This move indicates his ambition to transition into a powerful behind-the-scenes role, controlling the creative output of projects.

Dylan Sprouse: Action, Comedy, and the Rom-Com Return

In contrast, Dylan Sprouse has embraced a mix of high-energy action and the romantic drama genre, finding success with film franchises that appeal directly to a young adult audience.

  • The ‘Beautiful’ Series (2024): Dylan returned as the lead, Travis Maddox, in the romantic drama film Beautiful Wedding (2024), the sequel to Beautiful Disaster. This series has been a commercial success, keeping him firmly in the rom-com spotlight.
  • The Duel (2024): Dylan served as both a co-star and executive producer on this film, which explores themes of friendship and filmmaking. He has called it one of his best projects to date, highlighting his growing interest in production.
  • Under Fire (2025): Set for a 2025 release, this action-comedy sees Dylan star as Agent Griff alongside Mason Gooding. The movie is a high-octane thriller about two undercover agents, showcasing Dylan's versatility in the action genre.

Beyond Acting: Cole’s Photography and Dylan’s Mead Empire

Perhaps the most compelling aspect of the twins' post-Disney careers is their simultaneous dedication to non-acting ventures. These side hustles are not mere hobbies; they are established, successful businesses that demonstrate their intellectual curiosity and entrepreneurial spirit, which they cultivated while studying at New York University (NYU).

Dylan Sprouse's All-Wise Meadery

Dylan has fully embraced his passion for fermentation and ancient history by co-founding All-Wise Meadery in Brooklyn, New York City. Mead, often referred to as honey wine, is one of the world's oldest alcoholic beverages.

  • The Concept: Dylan and his partner, Matt Kwan, sought to modernize mead, creating dry, contemporary, and sessionable versions of the drink.
  • The Location: The meadery is a physical location in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, where they produce and sell their unique honey wine.
  • The Pivot: This venture is a complete departure from acting, positioning Dylan as a serious CEO and co-founder in the craft beverage industry, a move that provides both financial diversification and creative fulfillment.

Cole Sprouse's High-Fashion Photography

While Dylan is crafting honey wine, Cole is capturing high-fashion moments. His career as a professional photographer has flourished, allowing him to work with major celebrities and publications.

  • The Origin: Cole developed his interest in photography while studying archaeology at NYU. He initially used the camera to document his archaeological excavations.
  • Notable Work: His portfolio includes shooting high-profile figures such as Kendall Jenner for *The Sunday Times* and Sophie Turner for *W Magazine*. He has also shot Sam Smith for the cover of *L'uomo Vogue*.
  • The Impact: Cole’s photography career provides an artistic outlet and a strong personal brand separate from his acting roles. He even launched a website to showcase his work, with proceeds from print sales often supporting Canadian environmental groups.

The Future: A Potential Twin Reunion and Life as a Married Man

With both twins hitting their stride in separate, successful careers, the question remains: will Zack and Cody ever reunite on screen?

The Possibility of a Twin Project: Both Cole and Dylan have been open about the possibility of a future collaboration, though they are cautious. Dylan has noted that finding a suitable project that allows them to be more than just "the twins" is difficult, but the door is not closed. They are actively looking for a project that would allow them to act together again on their own terms, far removed from the Disney Channel era.

Dylan’s Personal Milestone: On the personal front, Dylan Sprouse is now a married man, having wed long-time partner and Hungarian supermodel Barbara Palvin in 2023. The couple, who got engaged in September 2022, had a private ceremony in Hungary. This major life event marks a new chapter for Dylan, adding stability and a high-profile personal life to his burgeoning film and business career.

The journey of Cole and Dylan Sprouse is a masterclass in post-child-star reinvention. By leveraging their early fame and combining it with intellectual pursuits—archaeology and video game design at NYU—and entrepreneurial grit, they have successfully pivoted into a new era. Whether through Cole's dark, complex film roles and production deals with Lionsgate, or Dylan's action-packed movies and his CEO role at All-Wise Meadery, the twins of the Disney Channel are now serious, multi-hyphenate forces in Hollywood and beyond, with their most ambitious work still ahead of them in 2025.

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