1905 Movie News The controversial Disney live-action version of "The Little Mermaid" has another heavy news: the actor candidate is finalized, "A Dog's Way Home" actor Jonah Howe King will star in Eric The prince, staged a romantic love story with Ariel the Little Mermaid.
It is reported that the former member of the "One-Way Group" and the well-known British singer "Harjuan" Harry Styles was once expected to play the role, but ultimately failed. Jonah Howe King got the role after two rounds of auditions. The most recent one was on November 9, when director Rob Marshall finally decided to star him as Prince Eric. Jonah Hower King, born in 1995, is still a newcomer in the film and television industry. He has starred in the movie "A Dog's Way Home" and the 2017 version of "Little Women".
Black female singer and actor Halle Bailey will star in Ariel, the mermaid princess who dreams of becoming a human and pursuing love. In terms of appearance alone, Bailey is far from the white-skinned and red-haired Ariel in the original and the animation, which has caused huge controversy. But Bailey gained the support of director Rob Marshall, calling him the perfect candidate for the Little Mermaid. “It is clear that Bailey has a pure heart, youth, and innocence in her body. She also has a moving singing voice. This iconic character fits perfectly."
In addition, Melissa McCarthy will play Ariel’s evil aunt Ursula. Javier Barden will play King Triton, Dave Diggs will play Sebastian, and Jacob Trumbre, Okafina will also play.
"The Little Mermaid" is directed by Rob Marshall and written by David Magee. The film will incorporate classic songs from the 1989 animation. The original composer Alan Mencken will also re-create new songs for the film. The lyrics will be composed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, producer of the musical "Hamilton". According to the plan, "The Little Mermaid" will be released in 2020.
