Film, The Inside Noise
Jul 3, 2019

It’s Official Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ has found its Ariel!

Join us under the sea alongside Disney’s choice for Ariel in their live action The Little Mermaid remake!

Halle Bailey has been cast as Ariel in Disney’s upcoming live-action reimagining of The Little Mermaid. The film is directed by Rob Marshall and produced by Marshall, John DeLuca, Marc Platt and Lin-Manuel Miranda. The film will feature beloved songs from the animated classic by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, as well as new songs by Menken (music) and Miranda (lyrics). 

“After an extensive search, it was abundantly clear that Halle possesses that rare combination of spirit, heart, youth, innocence, and substance — plus a glorious singing voice — all intrinsic qualities necessary to play this iconic role,” says Marshall. Production is expected to go underway in 2020. What are your thoughts on this casting choice?