Disney released the first full trailer for ‘The Little Mermaid’ film mid-Oscars tonight, after previously releasing a teaser. Disney also released a new poster for the forthcoming film, which will open exclusive in theatres May 26, 2023.
‘The Little Mermaid’ adapts Disney’s 1989 classic, which itself is loosely based on the Hans Christian Andersen tale. Halle Bailey will star as Ariel, alongside Jonah Hauer-King, Javier Bardem and Melissa McCarthy, with Daveed Diggs, Jacob Tremblay and Awkwafina in voice roles.
Synopsis: “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’ is directed by Rob Marshall from a screenplay written by David Magee and Jane Goldman, and a story by Magee, Marshall and John DeLuca.
