The Little Mermaid (2018 film)

The Little Mermaid is a 2018 American musical fantasy film directed by Paul King and written by Linda Woolverton and Joel Coen. Based on Dinsey’s 1989 Animated film of the same name. The film stars Zendaya in the title role with Kurt Russell, Queen Latifah, Tom Holland, Daveed Diggs, Jacob Tremblay, and Tim Allen in supporting roles.

Production on the film began in 2012 Ed Helms was initially cast in the role of Scuttle. After Helms dropped out for scheduling conflicts with The Clapper, the role went to Allen. Filming took place in California and London and lasted three months from late 2016 to mid-2017.

The Little Mermaid was released in the United States in Disney Digital 3D, RealD 3D, IMAX 3D, D-Box, and premium large formats, on February 3, 2018. It Grossed $1.048 million worldwide, making the highest-grossing film of 2018. The film won accolades for achievements in visual effects at the 90th Academy Awards and 71st British Academy Film Awards, A Sequel Titled: The Little Mermaid 2: Return to the Sea was released on July 1, 2022 and received positive reviews from critics.

Cast
Zendaya as Ariel

Kurt Russel as King Triton

Queen Latifah as Ursula

Tom Holland as Prince Eric

Gordon Ramsay as Chef Louis

Michael Caine as Grimsby

Voice Cast
Daveed Diggs as Sebastian

Jacob Tremblay as Flounder

Tim Allen as Scuttle