Rob Marshall has become the leading contender to direct the live-action version of The Little Mermaid. ( Source: Collider) A teaser trailer releases, providing a sneak peek of both Ursula and Prince Eric. ( Source: Variety) Oscar-winner Javier Bardem confirms he is in talks to play King Triton, and Disney confirms that Halle Bailey will star as Ariel. Both Jacob Tremblay and Awkwafina are in talks for voice-acting parts. ( Source: Collider)

A brief clip has been released showcasing the live-action character of Sebastian singing the iconic musical number "Under the Sea". ( Source: Screen Rant) A new featurette released featuring behind-the-scenes footage of the cast executing their voice overs for their respective characters along with interviews from them expressing their excitement for the film. ( Source: Collider) Hamilton's Daveed Diggs has been added to the cast of The Little Mermaid as the voice actor for the beloved character of Sebastian. ( Source: Hollywood Reporter) Puberty arrives with a roar in the Swiss film Blue My Mind, as the teenage Mia (Luna Wedler) discovers acne is the least of her problems shortly after getting her first period. Suddenly, fitting in with the cool kids takes short shrift to her cravings for saltwater and fish, her toes growing together, her belly button disappearing, and strange bruising on her legs that eventually transforms them into a tail.The live-action remake of The Little Mermaid concluded its production, and as a sneak peek, a first-look image featuring Halle Bailey as Ariel has been revealed. ( Source: The Hollywood Reporter) Harry Styles was initially engaged in preliminary discussions to play the character of Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid. However, he ultimately decided not to sign on to the project and negotiations between him and the studio came to a halt. ( Source: Collider)

Disney confirm that Lin-Manuel Miranda will produce and help compose original music for the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. ( Source: Entertainment Weekly)As Hanks’ workaholic, closed-off Allen and Hannah’s free-spirited mermaid, who takes the name Madison, tour ’80s-era New York City, their ensuing journey is one of director Ron Howard’s sweetest comedic love stories. Nevermind that Hannah’s mermaid can only be human on land for a mere seven days; Allen and Madison’s connection feels written in the stars and the waves. Plus, there’s supporting players John Candy and Eugene Levy, who give their all.

The Little Mermaid wraps production and releases a first-look image of Halle Bailey as Ariel in the live-action remake. ( Source: The Hollywood Reporter) It’s star Halle Bailey, appearing in her first leading role, who makes the best case for why this classic Disney tale needed to be made into a live-action affair. Just look at her face, so expressive and so open, so deeply and wonderfully human and alive. There are some things even the most lovingly rendered pieces of hand-drawn animation just can’t match, and Bailey’s emotive skill is one of them. (And her stunning singing? Further icing on the “this young woman is a movie star” cake.) —KE Among the highest grossing Chinese theatrical releases ever, Stephen Chow’s “The Mermaid” is a visually luxurious exploration of mermaid society and amphibious romance as weird as it is endearing. After property mogul Liu Xuan (Deng Chao) begins developing a nature preserve where a group of mermaids secretly lives, the cunning Shan (Lin Yun) attempts to assassinate him. But the pair’s electric dynamic soon begets a romance that puts Shan and her home, as well as Liu and his career, at risk. The vibrant colors and costuming are worth diving in for alone. A new featurette released featuring cast and crew interviews describing their excitement for the film. ( Source: Collider) The female gaze is strong with this one, as director Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum lingers over a shirtless Raymond and unabashedly embraces girl culture in a time that was notoriously disdainful of teen girls, especially if they tended to show desire. But Aquamarine has a surprisingly empowering message, as it encourages its characters to be uniquely themselves and emphasizes the powerful bond between the trio over traditional romantic love.

4. “The Little Mermaid” (1989)

Also known as “Mamula” or “Killer Mermaid,” this Serbian thriller follows friends Kelly (Kristina Klebe) and Lucy (Natalie Burn) on a vacation to Montenegro, where a siren-like creature with razor-sharp teeth awaits. There’s arguably too much going on in director Milan Todorovic’s 2014 nightmare, complete with a secondary antagonist weirdly reminiscent of “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” Still, this is the truest bluest mermaid slasher on the market, staking out essential territory for mythical monsters in the genre. Jane Goldman and David Magee are the screenwriters for the film. Goldman’s previous writing credits include the original Kingsman film and its sequel with frequent collaborator Matthew Vaughn. Magee’s previous works include earning Academy Award nominations for writing with 2004’s Finding Neverland and Life of Pi in 2012. Thirsty teen girls! The beach! Best friend oaths! Calling your crush and hanging up! iPod references! There’s a reason this 2006 teen movie has become a cult classic that has continued to build a following with Gen Z.

The fourth “Harry Potter” film includes plenty that isn’t mermaid-related, from teenage students fighting literal dragons to the timelessly charming Yule Ball. Still, Harry’s second trial in the Triwizard Tournament — tasked to rescue his friend Ron from an underwater maze overridden with vicious merpeople — stands out among the best moments in this generally strong “Goblet of Fire” adaption from director Mike Newell and screenwriter Steve Kloves. Daniel Radcliffe sells the CGI-heavy sequence with remarkable believability, even as audiences are submerged in the characteristically ludicrous magic of a school murdering students for sport. There’s a reason this is the classic fish-out-of-water story. It’s a rare actor who can match national treasure Tom Hanks for charm, but Daryl Hannah makes it look effortless, taking to the role so well she made the safety team eat her bubbles as she outswam them. Beneath every placid surface and between each crashing wave, the movies’ most magical aquatic adventures portend the possibility of mermaids. Half-human, half-fish creatures swam onto the big screen at the turn of the 20th century, appearing in silent works such as Georges Méliès‘ 1904 short film “The Mermaid” and John G. Adolfi’s 1918 feature “Queen of the Sea” among others. The mythical archetype was subsequently reeled in as the effervescent love interest template for numerous ’30s and ’40s rom-coms, with the concept perfected in Irving Pichel’s well-loved talky “Mr. Peabody and the Mermaid,” starring Ann Blyth. Hamilton alumn Daveed Diggs joins the cast, voicing the iconic sea crab Sebastian. ( Source: Hollywood Reporter)Disney has confirmed that the highly anticipated live-action remake of The Little Mermaid is indeed in progress. Lin-Manuel Miranda is involved in the project as a producer and is also responsible for the music production. ( Source: Entertainment Weekly)