Halle Bailey

The live action Little Mermaid stars Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs, Javier Bardem, and Awkwafina. Music is by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Menken worked with acclaimed lyricist [Howard Ashman](https://www.polygon.com/disney-plus/2020/8/7/21357774/howard-disney-plus-review) to nail the music, and the rest is history. [Broadway musical formula](https://www.polygon.com/2019/2/26/18239897/little-mermaid-part-of-your-world-howard-ashman-ariel-jodi-benson-interview) to the studio’s animated movies. Moana and

Disney released the first trailers Friday for "The Little Mermaid," the live action remake starring Halle Bailey, and "Disenchanted" at fan expo D23.

You see all the sides of her," Marshall said. The remake is expected in theaters on May 26, 2023. [the first teaser trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-wPm99PF9U&feature=emb_logo) for the live-action version of the 1989 animated film, showing Halle Bailey's mermaid Ariel singing "Part of Your World," at [the Disney fan expo D23](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2022/09/09/disney-pixar-announce-inside-out-2-amy-poehler/8039403001/) on Friday.

Director Rob Marshall, of “Chicago” fame, celebrated the fact that this was a live action musical. Bringing up the Oscar-winning movie from the past, he said, “ ...

Ariel, already fascinated by the world of humans, falls deeply in love with the handsome Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King) after saving him during a shipwreck, and resolves to meet him in the world above water. Bailey recalled receiving support from her grandparents during the backlash, who reminded her of the impact a Black princess on the big screen would have. As for the new mermaid, Bailey “came in and claimed the role,” Marshall said. The first footage of the highly anticipated “Little Mermaid” live-action remake has been unveiled at Disney’s [D23](https://variety.com/t/d23/) expo, revealing the acclaimed R&B star and actor in the iconic role of mermaid princess Ariel. Adapted from the 1989 film from John Musker and Ron Clements, which was based on the Hans Christian Andersen 19th century fairy tale, “The Little Mermaid” tells the story of Ariel, the youngest daughter of King Triton (Javier Bardem), the ruler of the underwater kingdom Atalantica. We still retain the beauty of the original score by the late great Howard Ashman.”

The live-action film features Halle Bailey as Ariel, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, Javier Bardem as King Triton, Daveed Diggs as ...

I mean, I'm not even a Little Mermaid fan, and I was in awe. I (Karlton) was in the building for the event, and OH BOY! And LET ME TELL YOU: Although the CGI is a work in progress, the footage still looks great.

The Grammy Award-nominated singer and actress is set for stardom with her role as Ariel in Disney's upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. The film ...

Kevin Feige has also [been very clear about his intention](https://thedirect.com/article/mcu-x-men-avengers-kevin-feige) to bring the X-Men into the Marvel universe; now the question is when. While the X-Men team are essential Marvel characters, they've yet to be introduced to the MCU. Marvel that It's a hugely appealing franchise for any actor, and Halle Bailey is just the latest to voice her interest in a Marvel role. The film won't hit cinemas until 2023, but Bailey's performance is already making waves (pun intended) at D23. "I think any Marvel superhero would just be amazing.

Disney released the first teaser for The Little Mermaid live-action remake on September 9 at D23 Expo. It features Halle Bailey as Ariel, singing Part of ...

In the Variety interview, Halle also discussed identifying with Ariel at a young age, saying, "Her sense of longing, her searching for herself, was something that I could resonate with. During the 2022 Oscars in March, Halle confirmed in a red carpet interview that she will be singing Part of Your World in the new movie. The teaser features beautiful shots of Halle Bailey’s Ariel in the ocean with the iconic Part of Your World playing in the background. [Disney](https://www.hindustantimes.com/topic/disney) announced The Little Mermaid will be released in May, 2023. The Little Mermaid teaser begins with stunning underwater wildlife being shown before giving a first look at Halle as the mermaid princess Ariel. It features Halle Bailey as Ariel, singing Part of Your World.

The premier of "The Little Mermaid" was shown at the D23 Expo on Saturday with Halle Bailey as the Little Mermaid-Ariel, singing "Part of that World" and ...

[Rob Marshall](/topic/rob-marshall)is the director of this film and is known for " [Mary Poppins Returns](/topic/mary-poppins-returns)" and "Into the Woods", both being creations of Disney. The film also has [Melissa McCarthy](/topic/melissa-mccarthy)as the villain and plays the role of Ursula, the witch. Alan Menken had worked with the world-renowned songwriter Howard Ashman in that film, creating a historical musical extravaganza. [Halle Bailey](/topic/halle-bailey)is well known for her singing and her acting. [Javier Bardem](/topic/javier-bardem)plays [King Triton](/topic/king-triton)and Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric. Other roles include the musical crab " [Sebastian](/topic/sebastian)" with the voice-over from Daveed Diggs, "Scuttle" the seagull being voiced by Awkwafina, and Jacob Tremblay giving voice for Ariel's best friend "Flounder" the fish.

Fans at the D23 Disney and Pixar showcase today were in for a real treat. Not only did they get a glimpse into new trailers for upcoming feature films like ...

The song itself is a song of longing, and Bailey captures that perfectly, often in an underwater performance that looks to be a duplicate of the cartoon frame for frame. The Little Mermaid is currently set to be released May 26, 2023. Her performance is stellar, emulating Ariel's desire to be a part of the people. Bailey is in a costume similar to the cartoon version of Ariel, however, instead of a purple shell bra and a green tail, hers is much more iridescent. The clip itself took three days to film and clearly includes computer graphics because Bailey is underwater. The Grammy-nominated Bailey is not only an actor but also an experienced musician.

At the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California, the new official teaser trailer for the remake premiered starring Halle Bailey as Ariel. PHOTO: Halle Bailey attends the ...

The singer, one-half of the singing group Chloe X Halle, was cast in the role in July 2019. "And she's just so strong in this film and I'm so grateful to play her." While the announcement of her casting is groundbreaking and was met with supportive feedback, it also brought in some backlash.

Halle Bailey tweeted that the positive response for The Little Mermaid Teaser Trailer has been so overwhelming and incredible.

What did you think of The Little Mermaid Teaser Trailer? In response, Halle Bailey gratefully replied, "omg ilysm." Amongst the many, we have the incredible first look teaser trailer of The Little Mermaid, the live-action adaptation of the 1989 animated movie of the same name, which dropped today, i.e. [The Little Mermaid](https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/hollywood/halle-bailey-admits-being-nervous-auditioning-little-mermaid-getting-role-felt-surreal-987094)'s teaser trailer, we get a first look at Halle Bailey as the beloved Disney Princess, looking gorgeous in Ariel's trademark mermaid attire with the luscious red locks in check. Amongst the many fans who showed their appreciation for The Little Mermaid Teaser Trailer was Nicki Minaj, who enthusiastically tweeted, "When this come out no one speak to me. part of that world."

Chloe Bailey shared support for her sister and music collaborator as The Little Mermaid first look dropped at D23.

The 22-year-old actress has opened up about [ the role being “overwhelming” and “emotional,”](https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/halle-bailey-talks-seeing-herself-as-ariel-in-the-little-mermaid-for-the-first-time-and-how-she-reacted) especially since her Black Ariel will mean so much to so many young girls. [there’s a ton more we know about the movie](https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2573624/disneys-the-little-mermaid-quick-things-we-know-about-the-live-action-remake) we can’t wait to see more ahead of the release. Halle Bailey is focusing primarily on acting, with an upcoming role in The Color Purple musical film adaptation as well, whereas Chloe is getting ready to release her debut solo album. Amidst the news, Bailey’s older sister Chloe Bailey shared the sweet way she was supporting her from afar. Over three years after Halle Bailey was cast as the live-action Ariel, the actress finally had a chance to show a first look at her take on the Disney Princess on Friday during D23 Expo. Even though the sisters were all the way across the U.S, Chloe wore shells in her hair in “honor” of Halle’s big Ariel moment.