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Halle Bailey Recreates OG 'The Little Mermaid' Pose on New Poster

Halle Bailey Recreates OG 'The Little Mermaid' Pose on New Poster

Halle Bailey stars front and center on the new poster for her upcoming Disney movie The Little Mermaid!

The actress takes on the titular role in the live-acting reimagining of the classic animated movie.

In addition to the poster, Disney revealed that the full trailer will drop THIS Sunday (March 12) during the 2023 Oscars, where Halle and co-star Melissa McCarthy are confirmed as presenters.

Recently, Halle opened up about Melissa and her portrayal of sea witch Ursula.

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Halle Bailey & Awkwafina Dunk 'The Little Mermaid' Co-Star Melissa McCarthy in Slime-Filled Tank at Kids' Choice Awards

Halle Bailey & Awkwafina Dunk 'The Little Mermaid' Co-Star Melissa McCarthy in Slime-Filled Tank at Kids' Choice Awards

Halle Bailey and Awkwafina got revenge on Melissa McCarthy at the 2023 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards held at Microsoft Theater on Saturday evening (March 4) in Downtown Los Angeles.

The Little Mermaid stars presented an award during the show, but first, they dunked their co-star in a giant tank filled with over 1,500 gallons of slime.

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Halle Bailey Says Live Action 'The Little Mermaid' Has a More Modern Take

Halle Bailey Says Live Action 'The Little Mermaid' Has a More Modern Take

Halle Bailey is opening up about her upcoming movie The Little Mermaid!

The 22-year-old actress and singer recently shared about finding out she got the role, them incorporating her locs into the character and how this version is a more modern take than the original animated version.

“Of course, I burst out crying,” Halle told The Face about learning she booked the role. ​“I did not believe it. I still honestly don’t.”

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Halle Bailey & Jonah Hauer-King Nearly Kiss In New 'The Little Mermaid' Teaser - Watch Now!

Halle Bailey & Jonah Hauer-King Nearly Kiss In New 'The Little Mermaid' Teaser - Watch Now!

Disney just debuted a brand new, first look teaser at the upcoming live action The Little Mermaid!

The company continued their 100th anniversary celebrations by sharing the new look at the movie, 100 days before it hits theaters.

In the clip, we get a new view of Halle Bailey as Ariel, plus a first look at Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, as well as a small tease at Melissa McCarthy as Ursula!

Keep reading to learn more and watch the trailer… More Here! »

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Director Rob Marshall Says Live Action 'The Little Mermaid' Is the Most Challenging Film He's Done

Director Rob Marshall Says Live Action 'The Little Mermaid' Is the Most Challenging Film He's Done

Rob Marshall is dishing on his upcoming live action Disney movie!

The Oscar-nominated director’s next project is The Little Mermaid with Halle Bailey in the titular role of Ariel.

In a new interview, he shared an update on the movie, saying, “I’m very excited to be finishing up after four-and-a-half years. It’s a long time.”

He also added that this is the most challenging film he’s done.

Check out what he said inside… More Here! »

Halle Bailey's Director in 'The Little Mermaid' Talks About Decision to Have Her Play Ariel

Halle Bailey's Director in 'The Little Mermaid' Talks About Decision to Have Her Play Ariel

There was some controversy when Halle Bailey landed the role of Ariel in the live-action The Little Mermaid movie, but she was the right choice for the role and director Rob Marshall is explaining why she was picked.

The director says there was “no agenda” behind her casting and he also responded to the moving videos of young Black children reacting to seeing a Black Ariel in the teaser trailer.

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Halle Bailey Says She Doesn't Feel Pressure Anymore Over Playing Ariel In 'The Little Mermaid'

Halle Bailey Says She Doesn't Feel Pressure Anymore Over Playing Ariel In 'The Little Mermaid'

Halle Bailey opens up about taking on such an iconic role as Ariel in The Little Mermaid!

The 22-year-old actress and singer of course plays the character in the upcoming live action Disney movie, and there’s a lot of pressure living up to a beloved animated character.

However, Halle recently shared that she doesn’t feel much pressure anymore over her leading role.

Keep reading inside to see what she said… More Here! »