Disney fans, get ready to dive into the oceanic world of The Little Mermaid with the newly released, full-length trailer for the upcoming live-action adaptation. Director Rob Marshall brings the beloved animated classic to life with a cast that includes singer and actress Halle Bailey as Ariel, Daveed Diggs as the voice of Sebastian, Jacob Tremblay as the voice of Flounder, Awkwafina as the voice of Scuttle, Jonah Hauer-King as Eric, Art Malik, Noma Dumezweni as Queen Selina, Javier Bardem as King Triton, and Melissa McCarthy as Ursula.
The film tells the story of Ariel, the youngest and most rebellious daughter of King Triton, who longs to know more about the world beyond the sea and falls in love with Prince Eric. Despite the mermaids’ rule to avoid humans, Ariel makes a deal with the sea witch Ursula to experience life on land, but at a dangerous cost.
Although some may question whether this adaptation will match the magic of the original, the trailer promises a visually stunning CGI spectacle with new twists and enchanting musical numbers. Gear up to discover a new world with The Little Mermaid, swimming into theaters worldwide on May 26th, 2023.