What started as a tiny central Florida based website and short weekly podcast that provided our audience the opportunity to visit Walt Disney World virtually has grown to the publishing company it is today. “I want to put music out and focus on that for a while,” he said. That could have been where the Prince Eric story ended, but it wasn't. Bailey has given an update on filming: “I was in London at the beginning of the year about to start filming and of course this pandemic caused everyone to slow down. Guests would listen to the awesome Finding Nemo soundtrack and still get blasted with cool air. But that's just speculation for now. Directed by Rob Marshall (Mary Poppins Returns, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides), the film will feature music from the 1989 animated classic as well as four brand-new songs. We might also get a revamp of the character Sebastian – the Jamaican-sounding crab who sang about how great life is ‘under the sea’, which has since been criticised as racially insensitive. I would say: Still a must-see on your citytrip! If you recognise his name he’s also in Pixar movie Soul. There is currently a release date slot for an untitled Disney live-action movie on November 19, 2021, which could well be given to The Little Mermaid. The new ride would end on a heartwarming note, with Dory being reunited with her parents! I actually welcomed it because I was really missing my sister who was here in LA, so I was happy to get back to her and I’m just so very excited for when we start back again. Likewise, Disney's delayed Mulan remake is pulling its plot from the legend of Hua Mulan, as opposed to the animated hit with a dragon voiced by Eddie Murphy. Does that mean some of the classic songs will miss out? Evil forces have invaded an isolated island and have targeted Patrick and Susan's grandfather, Mr. Campbell. It isn’t confirmed yet so I guess we’ll have to see. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. “It’s just really coming together. She told Variety: "I just feel like this role was something bigger than me, and greater. Do you need to book in advance to visit The Little Mermaid? But since their top choice for Ariel, Chloe Grace Moretz, and writer Sophia Coppola have dropped out, it seems this project might remain in gestation for a while yet. Disney classics that haven't been remade yet, Mary Poppins Returns (With Bonus Content), Disney Princess - 11 Movie Keepsake Boxset [DVD] [2015], Bedknobs and Broomsticks [Blu-ray] [Region Free], This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. Sebastian has gotten his crustacean band a-goin,’ and Ariel has earned herself some feet! Can you spot all the Ghostbusters jokes in this Channel 5 weather report. I just feel honoured every day to even think about it or talk about, I'm like, 'What the heck? MVP Studios released its own live-action version of The Little Mermaid in August 2018, with a brand new plot and characters. See more » . It is honestly one of my favourite movies of all time. Don’t fret, those adorable otters would be near the load/unload area of the attraction! Melissa McCarthy will reportedly play the evil octopoid sea-witch Ursula. You can watch the original The Little Mermaid on Disney+ – sign up for £59.99 a year or £5.99 a month. With Daveed Diggs, Melissa McCarthy, Awkwafina, Javier Bardem. © 2005–2020 JAK Schmidt, Inc. All rights reserved. I mean that would be pretty cool," he told ET. I’ll enjoy watching it, I’m sure.”, 13 Reasons Why star Christian Navarro had thrown his hat in the ring after Disney had got in touch and asked him to send his audition tape – he shared his disappointment when he didn’t get the role: “Just came back to say; after months of seeing every person of color they could think of for the role of Prince Eric, @DisneyStudios somehow still cast a white guy. Rob Marshall, who’s already worked with Disney on Mary Poppins Returns, Into the Woods, and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, will direct The Little Mermaid. sign up for £59.99 a year or £5.99 a month. Do you think they should replace Ariel’s Undersea Adventure? ", Leave it to the voice of Ariel herself, @jodi.benson to give an insightful, thoughtful response when asked her thoughts about an African-American actress being cast to play Ariel in the upcoming live-action version of "The Little Mermaid" at her @floridasupercon panel yesterday (Scroll through to see full response in 2 videos). And THATS Hollywood. The Little Mermaid movie was swimming into production as the latest of Disney 's animated classics to get a live-action remake. I mean that would be pretty cool,” he told ET. One theory behind this casting choice is that Harry Styles is simply too famous. There’s no clear answer on what songs will be used either, but it’s unlikely that Disney would drop favourites like Under the Sea, Kiss the Girl, Poor Unfortunate Souls or Part of Your World, all of which were performed at the Hollywood Bowl event for the 30th anniversary concert in honour of the original film – and indeed star Halle Bailey has confirmed that, at the every least, Part of Your World would be included in the film. have a secret weapon: they are ghosts themselves. by the agency's Most ... See full summary ». The shooting will start soon when the effect of the COVID-19 gets slower. Barrie's classic tale of a boy who wouldn't grow up and recruits three young siblings in London to join him on a magical adventure to the enchanted Neverland island. There was also a sequel Return to the Sea, which saw Ariel’s daughter drawn to the ocean her mother had left behind for land. While we assume that the plot of the remake will follow closely to the original animation, we do know that there will be new songs in the movie. #jodibenson #littlemermaid #thelittlemermaid #ariel #princessariel #hallebailey #chloexhalle #thelittlemermaidliveaction #waltdisneystudios #disneystudios @disneystudios #disneyliveaction #mermaid #disneyprincess #dreambigprincess #disneyprincesses #partofyourworld #voiceactor #voiceover #voiceactors #mermaids #underthesea #mermaidlove #lapetitesirene #lasirenita #disneymovie #floridasupercon #instadisney #disneygram #disneyig #disney, A post shared by Lauren Marshall (@part.of.my.disney.world) on Jul 6, 2019 at 8:12pm PDT, Bailey responded to negative comments about her casting, saying she doesn't "pay attention to the negativity". I guess diversity is just a word. She’s been vague when questioned – especially when some fans took to social to say they’d hoped for a drag Queen to take on the role. One brown person is enough, two brown leads is unthinkable.". Guided by Jack, a charming Irish rogue, the siblings end up on a dangerous journey filled with magic and mystery. Other contenders are Switzerland or Wales, where Chillon Castle and Tintagel Castle are found, as these real-life castles are thought to be the basis upon which Prince Eric’s castle was designed. Related: Disney Parks Medical Officer Responds to Gov’s Delay in Reopening Disneyland. PRIVACY POLICY. It also won't feature the fan-loved songs from the animated movie (though the Mulan trailer did pay homage to them in a brilliant way). Whether potential filming issues would have an impact on the cast, Bailey said: "No [the cast won't change]. By Mike Kenny . this means the world. While production was delayed for a “short time” it’s expected we’ll still be heading under the sea soon. In addition, it’s possible that Disney will introduce some LGBTQ+ characters into the film, as they did in Beauty and the Beast with a one-second shot of the villain’s sidekick, LeFou, dancing with a man in the final ballroom sequence. Join us for a new, socially distanced festive production of The Little Mermaid - an uplifting underwater adventure perfect for ages 5 and over. A week before filming was due to start in London, everything was paused “for a short time”. The star herself discovered them, and the pair were brought on to open for her Lemonade tour. We went to see her while it was dark, which gave the visit a special vibe. Styles said: "I want to put music out and focus on that for a while, but everyone involved in it [The Little Mermaid] was amazing, so I think it's going to be great.