Walt Disney Studios has made an impressive pattern of remaking its animated classics in live-action. The studio has been adapting classic fairytales one by one to retell the stories with modern audiences using a cast of real-life actors. Disney will continue their recent trend of live-action remakes with the release of The Little Mermaid in May, a month after the release of the live-action Peter Pan & Wendy.
The Little Mermaid, a fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen in 1837, was the basis for Disney’s 1989 animated picture of the same name. Almost everyone has heard about Ariel the mermaid since the release of the film. With a live-action remake having been announced as far back as 2016, fans won’t have much longer to wait.
Rob Marshall’s The Little Mermaid is a re-creation in the live-action of the studio’s 1989 Oscar-winning animated musical masterpiece. We still have some time to wait until we find out if the plot stays true to the original’s events or not. All the information we have thus far regarding The Little Mermaid is listed below.
What Is The Little Mermaid’s Official Release Date?
A live-action remake of The Little Mermaid was rumored to be in the works at Disney as early as May of 2016. The Little Mermaid’s premiere has been much anticipated ever since. The official release date of May 26, 2023, in theatres alone, was announced two months after Halle Bailey, stated on Instagram that she had finished filming.
Post-production on the film will be completed in March 2023, director Rob Marshall told Collider, due to COVID and the film’s reliance on CGI.
Who Is in the Live-Action Cast of The Little Mermaid?
Fans had hoped that pop star Ariana Grande, and there had been rumors that Zendaya might play the role, so the casting came as a big surprise. On July 3, 2019, Disney’s official social media platforms announced that Halle Bailey would play the title role of Ariel. The film’s director, Rob Marshall, had this to say about the young actress:
After an extensive search, it was abundantly clear that Halle possesses that rare combination of spirit, heart, youth, innocence, and substance—plus a glorious singing voice—all intrinsic qualities necessary to play this iconic role.
Bailey is well-known for her work with her sister Chloe as the musical combo Chloe x Halle. Together, they have been nominated for five Grammys since 2018. She became well-known as an actress because of her role as Skyler Forster in the hit comedy series Grown-ish. In addition, Bailey will soon be seen in the film version of the popular Broadway musical, The Color Purple.
The casting of Prince Eric, Ariel’s love interest and the film’s major character was confirmed in November of 2019. Famous singer Harry Styles and comedian/actor Jack Whitehall were both candidates for the part at one point. However, it was reported in August 2019 that Styles had declined the role. Afterward, it was announced that British actor Jonah Hauer-King will play Eric, the human prince.
On June 28, 2019, it was reported that Melissa McCarthy was in early talks to play Ursula. While appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on February 18, 2020, McCarthy officially announced her casting as Ursula. McCarthy has multiple careers, including stand-up comic, producer, writer, and designer. She has been nominated for multiple awards, including two Primetime Emmys, two Oscars, and two Golden Globes.
Acclaimed actor Javier Bardem will play King Triton in a new film set to release in July 2019. It’s no secret that Bardem has made a name for himself in the worldwide film industry thanks to his roles in several blockbuster films. Best Supporting Actor at the Academy Awards for his role as the deranged killer Anton Chigurh in the Coen Brothers’ movie No Country for Old Men (2007). As seen by his previous work, King Triton will leave quite an impression on viewers.
Art Malik will portray the part of Prince Eric’s trusted servant, Grimsby. While Eric is looking for a wife, Grimsby is making sure he meets the proper one. New to the live-action adaption are Queen Selina (Noma Dumezweni), Perla (Lorena Andrea), and Karina (Kajsa Mohammar).
Cast in unspecified roles is Jessica Alexander, Russell Balogh, Adrian Christopher, and Simone Ashley.
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Watch the Trailer for The Little Mermaid
On March 12, 2023, during the 95th Academy Awards, stars Halle Berry and Melissa McCarthy debuted the film’s theatrical trailer. Fans have got their first official glimpse at Javier Bardem as Triton and Daveed Diggs as Sebastian, among others, in this two-and-a-half-minute clip. The complete trailer, like like the first two previews, features Halle Bailey singing “Part of Your World.”
Will You Be Able to Stream The Little Mermaid?
Disney’s The Little Mermaid will premiere in theatres exclusively before making its way to the Disney+ streaming service. The picture won’t be available to stream until 45-90 days following its theatrical premiere, in keeping with Disney’s typical distribution patterns.
What Is the Plot of The Little Mermaid?
The official synopsis for The Little Mermaid by Walt Disney Studios read:
The Little Mermaid is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy.
The Little Mermaid’s plot is not that mysterious. To a significant extent, the film’s plot is expected to remain faithful to the animated version, as has been the case with all of Disney’s past live-action remakes. The teaser already hinted at Ariel’s infatuation with the human world through the use of the iconic song “Part of Your World,” in which Ariel expresses her desire to participate in the world above the ocean, or the human realm.
As Ariel and Prince Eric work through their compatibility issues, fans will get a front-row seat to their blossoming romance.
Who Are The Little Mermaid’s Voice Actors?
In October of 2019, Daveed Diggs, best known for his performance in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton, joined the cast and will supply the voice of Sebastian the crab.
In June 2019, Awkwafina and Jacob Tremblay were added to the cast; Tremblay will provide the voice of Flounder, and Awkwafina will provide the voice of Scuttle. Scuttle, originally a male seagull will be recast as a female diving bird so that she can participate in underwater scenes.
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