The Little Mermaid, the live-action remake of Disney's animated classic, is directed by Rob Marshall and stars Halle Bailey as Ariel. Released in cinemas in May 2023, this adventure and fantasy film for the whole family will be broadcast on M6 on Wednesday August 20, 2025 at 9:10pm, and has already been available to stream on Disney+ since October 2024.
The official trailer highlights the reinvention of Ariel's tale with new visual effects and a re-orchestrated soundtrack.
The Little Mermaid will be broadcast on M6 on August 20, 2025 at 9:10pm and is already available on Disney+.
Synopsis: The story takes place in the 1830s, in the waters of a fictional Caribbean island. Ariel, the youngest daughter of King Triton, is an intrepid mermaid fascinated by the human world. After rescuing Prince Eric from a shipwreck, she makes a pact with Ursula, the sea witch, to become human and live out her love. But the deal threatens her life and that of her father.
The Little Mermaid transposes the 1989 classic into a live-action version blending fantasy, adventure and family emotions. With Rob Marshall directing and Halle Bailey in the lead role, this adaptation adds new depth to Ariel's story.
Alongside Halle Bailey, the film features Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula and Javier Bardem as King Triton. The soundtrack, by Alan Menken, features the cult songs from the cartoon, enriched with new compositions.
The film should appeal to families, fairytale fans and those nostalgic for the original cartoon. Audiences who enjoyed other Disney remakes such as Aladdin (2019) or The Lion King (2019) may find the same visual and musical approach.
Directed by Rob Marshall and starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, The Little Mermaid is a live-action remake of the cult Disney film. Released in May 2023, it is available on Disney+ and will be broadcast on M6 in August 2025, blending adventure, fantasy and timeless emotions.
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