Main Cast of the Little Mermaid Film
The live-action adaptation features a notable ensemble. Halle Bailey stars as Ariel, the mermaid who longs for the human world. She is joined by Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric and Melissa McCarthy as the villainous Ursula.
Supporting Roles and Key Performances
Daveed Diggs portrays Sebastian the crab, while Javier Bardem plays King Triton. Jacob Tremblay takes on the role of Flounder, and Awkwafina voices Scuttle. The supporting cast helps build the underwater kingdom and the story's stakes.
Creative Team Behind the Film
Rob Marshall directed the film, bringing his experience from musical projects like Chicago. The screenplay was adapted by David Magee and Lin-Manuel Miranda, who also contributed original songs. The production team aimed to honor the animated classic while expanding the story.
Background and Production Details
The film is based on Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale and the 1989 animated Disney film. Production took place at Pinewood Studios in the United Kingdom. For more details, see the official Disney page The Little Mermaid.
