As kids, we always wondered about the existence of mermaids; well, some of us still do it now. We cannot say much about the existence of mermaids, but hey mermaid fans, we have some good news for you.
Our favorite mermaid, Ariel, with her iconic red hair, is coming back on the big screen. Nostalgic much? Cause same.
Disney Media’s Franchise, The Little Mermaid, has been officially adapted into a Live-Action film. The first Little Mermaid film was released in 1989, and since then, a number of films, animated series, comic books, and video games have been launched by Disney under the name of The Little Mermaid.
Here are 3 things you should know about the Live-Action remake of The Little Mermaid.
Who is going to play the role of Ariel in The Little Mermaid?
A lot of controversies related to the role of the 16 years old Ariel was going on when the official announcement regarding the live-action remake was made. Some believed that supermodel Zendaya is being cast for the role, and the others thought it was Halle Bailey.
Well, all the rumors were put to an end when the makers confirmed that the role of the mermaid would be played by Halle Bailey.
Halle Bailey was a child actor and was part of movies like A Wrinkle in Time, Grown-ish, and The Last Holiday. She is also a part of the musical duo Chloe X Halle.
What is the release date of The Little Mermaid?
Well, Disney has yet not confirmed a release date for The Little Mermaid live-action movie. The principal photography for the movie was scheduled to start in April 2020, but it has been postponed because of the ongoing pandemic situation.
Disney fixed November 19, 2021, as a release date for an untitled movie. Our guesses are that maybe our young mermaid will come back on the big screen on that day, but if that is not the case, fans might have to wait for a 2022 release.
Cast and Crew of The Little Mermaid.
The Little Mermaid live-action movie is being directed by the winner of the Directors Guild of America Award, Robert Marshall. He is known for directing the fourth chapter of Pirates of the Caribbean.
Spanish actor Javier Bardem will most probably play the role of King Triton. The voice of Sebastian will be Daveed Diggs, American songwriter, and wrapper. The role of Ariel’s love interest, Prince Eric, will be played by Jonah Hauer-King, and Melissa McCarthy will play the role of Ursula.
It is time to re-live our childhood again and dive deep into the deep blue sea.
