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- 2023
- PG
- Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
- 2 h 15 m
- 2023
- PG
- Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
- 2 h 15 m
Summary The Little Mermaid is the beloved story of Ariel (Halle Bailey), a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s (Javier Bardem) daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric ...
Directed By: Rob Marshall
Written By: David Magee, Hans Christian Andersen, John Musker, Ron Clements
- 2023
- PG
- Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
- 2 h 15 m
- 2023
- PG
- Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
- 2 h 15 m
The Little Mermaid
59
2.4
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Summary The Little Mermaid is the beloved story of Ariel (Halle Bailey), a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s (Javier Bardem) daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric ...
Directed By: Rob Marshall
Written By: David Magee, Hans Christian Andersen, John Musker, Ron Clements
Where to Watch
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 54 Critic Reviews
59
48% Positive
26 Reviews
26 Reviews
44% Mixed
24 Reviews
24 Reviews
7% Negative
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 54 Critic Reviews
59
48% Positive
26 Reviews
26 Reviews
44% Mixed
24 Reviews
24 Reviews
7% Negative
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
The Little Mermaid delivers on every front and will likely be one of the summer’s biggest box-office winners.
The changes really help. The fleshed-out central romance, the performances of Halle Bailey (Ariel, the mermaid, with songs belted like nobody’s business) and, as her Above World love Prince Eric, Jonah Hauer-King — it all basically works.
User Score
Generally Unfavorable
Based on 1,126 User Ratings
2.4
19% Positive
214 Ratings
214 Ratings
6% Mixed
73 Ratings
73 Ratings
75% Negative
839 Ratings
839 Ratings
User Score
Generally Unfavorable
Based on 1,126 User Ratings
2.4
19% Positive
214 Ratings
214 Ratings
6% Mixed
73 Ratings
73 Ratings
75% Negative
839 Ratings
839 Ratings
I grew up with The Little Mermaid, even had it memorized, and seeing it come to life in this new live-action, and the changes made too, was absolutely magical. In spite of the nostalgia of the animated version, this one is now my go-to rewatch film! It made some much-needed updates while staying true to the heart of the film I adore. Absolutely well done. I hope there will be a sequel with the same cast! I love the casting choices.
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The Little Mermaid (2023) remake offers a captivating reimagination of the beloved classic, blending nostalgia with stunning visuals. The film's modern twists breathe new life into the enchanting tale, and the cast's performances, coupled with a magical soundtrack, make it a must-watch for both longtime fans and new audiences.
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The Little Mermaid is a live-action remake done well. The casting (with one notable exception) is phenomenal, led by Halle Bailey's breathtaking performance as Ariel; the original songs are portrayed in vivid displays that will make children's eyes sparkle; and the story has been adjusted to correct the first film's less-than-modern relationships.
It’s functionally good-natured rehash fare, bogged down by some watery CG and a few uncomfortable dips into “uncanny valley”, yet buoyed up by Bailey’s winning titular performance.
Despite real actors, CGI and brand-new material, “Mermaid” is the studio’s latest flesh-and-blood cash grab that’s more lifeless than far better two-dimensional painted drawings.
Giving a movie marks for not being as bad as possible is the same as giving someone a participation award. Could this have been worse? Of course, which also means it could have been a hell of a lot better. Maybe with a different director. Maybe with faster pacing.
Bailey is, unfortunately, completely failed by the dull, misguided production around her. As the studio has done with other live-action remakes, Disney betrays its own lack of imagination and an essential misreading of what made its original children’s fare such a joy to audiences in the first place.
The Little Mermaid is an iconic master peice that has an amazing backstory, songs, characters, visuals, and hold a special place in most Disney fans hearts. Although the first Teaser trailer was somewhat successful. Many people were shocked to find that actress/ singer Halle Bailey was playing the iconic role of Ariel. Individuals were very happy to find a black woman playing such a huge role in the media. People were also not pleased as 'mermaids cannot be black'. Since when does a mythical creature that is half fish and half human has a race. When I first watched the live action in theaters i was in complete awe. Race was not importnat in this new story at all and focused on dreams, passions, love, and laughter. Ariel is still portraed the same, as Halle says 'Drive and gumption' are the perfect words to describe Ariel.
Halle did an amazing job and infact had changed the scheme in my brian from the original ariel to the new one. thats how amazing she did. when i think of ariel, i think of the new one because of how much passion and drive she brought to the character.
I rememebr when i first watched the little mermaid when i was younger. Part Of Your World was and still is an iconic masterpeice. Halle ate and left no crumbs. the new melody, passion, emotion, volume, and love she brought to the song filled my heart.
AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING.
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[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
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Should have just stuckmto the original. Too much was changed from source material and underwater CGI was really bad.
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Possibly the worst Disney remake yet. The casting is pretty good, but thats about all it’s got going for it. The underwater visuals are ugly and the mouth-closed singing is very awkward.
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Awards
Hollywood Music In Media Awards (HMMA)
• 4 Nominations
Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA
• 4 Nominations
People's Choice Awards, USA
• 3 Nominations
