What's streaming now: Olivia Rodrigo, LaKeith Stanfield, NBA 2K24 and 'The Little Mermaid'
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'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' swings to massive $120.5 million opening
โSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verseโ opened in U.S. and Canadian theaters with a massive $120.5 million, more than tripling the debut of the 2018 animated original and showing the kind of movie-to-movie box-office growth that would be the envy of even the mightiest of Hollywood franchises.
Danish Supreme Court says newspaper did not violate copyright of Little Mermaid statue
Denmarkโs Supreme Court has overruled two lower courts, saying a cartoon depicting Copenhagenโs The Little Mermaid statue as a zombie and a photo of it with a face mask did not violate the copyright of the famous bronze.
'Little Mermaid Live!': ABC Exec Defends Clawless Shaggy
Tuesday night's presentation of The Little Mermaid Live! "Man this actor they picked for Sebastian in the Little Mermaid Live show is awful," one critic wrote on Twitter. Head here for ET's full breakdown of the most unforgettable moments from The Little Mermaid Live! RELATED CONTENT: John Stamos Reveals Son Billy's First Words (Exclusive) Embed Code Restart'The Little Mermaid Live! ': 9 Things You Didn't See on TVGraham Phillips Talks Possibly Playing Prince Eric in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid' (Exclusive)John Stamos on Son's First Words and How He Adorably Interrupts 'Little Mermaid Live!'
'The Little Mermaid Live!': 9 Things You Didn't See on TV
The Little Mermaid Live! But there were plenty of moments that fans at home didn't see during the live production. Baby Billy's Backstage BeltWhile he didn't it make into the live show, Stamos' 1-year-old son, Billy, was a regular presence at the rehearsals for Little Mermaid Live! "I'm rehearsing my number, kinda for the first time on stage -- jumping on tables with knives and things -- and all I could hear was 'Dada, Dada, Dada, Dada!'" John Stamos Reveals What His Son Thinks of The Little Mermaid LIVE (Exclusive) Embed Code RestartRELATED CONTENT:'The Little Mermaid Live!
'The Little Mermaid Live!': Queen Latifah's Epic Ursula, Shaggy's Sebastian Suit
The Little Mermaid Live! #TheLittleMermaidLivepic.twitter.com/XPDr4zJ7eb Casey Young (@foreverCBYoung) November 6, 2019Did @JohnStamos really just Freudian slip Prince Albert instead of Prince Eric on @ABCNetwork#LittleMermaidLive ? was serving as his bid for the part of Prince Eric in the upcoming live-action feature adaptation. Graham Phillips on Possibly Playing Prince Eric in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid' Embed Code RestartRELATED CONTENT:Graham Phillips Talks Possibly Playing Prince Eric in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid' (Exclusive)John Stamos on Son's First Words and How He Adorably Interrupts 'Little Mermaid Live!' Rehearsals (Exclusive)Queen Latifah Opens Up About Playing Ursula in 'The Little Mermaid Live!'
Graham Phillips Talks Possibly Playing Prince Eric in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid'
Has the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid found its Prince Eric? "I'm rehearsing my number, kinda for the first time on stage -- jumping on tables with knives and things -- and all I could hear was 'Dada, Dada, Dada, Dada!'" The Wonderful World of Disney presents The Little Mermaid Live! RELATED CONTENT: John Stamos Reveals What His Son Thinks of The Little Mermaid LIVE (Exclusive) Embed Code Restart'Little Mermaid': Daveed Diggs in Talks to Play Sebastian the Crab in Live-Action Adaptation'The Little Mermaid Live!' Promo Shows Queen Latifah as Ursula for the First TimeJohn Stamos and Graham Phillips to Star in ABCs The Little Mermaid Live!
John Stamos on Son's First Words and How He Adorably Interrupts 'Little Mermaid Live!
ET's Lauren Zima spoke with the 56-year-old actor on Monday on a red carpet celebrating The Little Mermaid Live!, where he discussed his boy's first words while discussing preparing for his role in the TV event. "I'm rehearsing my number, kinda for the first time on stage -- jumping on tables with knives and things -- and all I could hear was 'Dada, Dada, Dada, Dada!'" Lilo, Lilo! Coco, coco! The Wonderful World of Disney presents The Little Mermaid Live!
Kylie Jenner Rocks Sexy Ariel Costume 7 Years After Sister Kim Kardashians Similar Mermaid Look
Kylie Jenner is taking some cues from her older sister! In the early hours of Halloween morning, Kylie took to Instagram to share shots of her third costume of the year -- Ariel from The Little Mermaid. Kylie's sexy take on the childhood icon featured a seashell bra, a sequined green skirt with a high slit, and netting, which she wore around her arms and chest. Kylie's look mirrors what her older sister, Kim Kardashian West, sported all the way back in 2012 to the 2nd annual Midori Green Halloween party in New York City. At the time, a blonde Kim dressed as a mermaid, rocking a less sexy take on the costume by wearing a long sequined green skirt, which she paired with a seashell bra.
'Little Mermaid': Daveed Diggs in Talks to Play Sebastian the Crab in Live-Action
It looks like the upcoming Little Mermaid live-action adaptation may have found its Sebastian! Daveed Diggs is in talks to help bring the lovable crab to life in the new Disney film, ET has learned. The GRAMMY and Tony winner would join Halle Bailey, who will playing Ariel, the mermaid who fantasizes about joining the human world. However, the role of Prince Eric hasn't been claimed yet. RELATED CONTENT: Watch 'Grown-ish' Cast React to Halle Bailey Getting Named Ariel 'Little Mermaid' Remake (Exclusive) Embed Code RestartHarry Styles Reveals Why He Passed on Playing Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid'13 Reasons Why' Star Christian Navarro Reveals He's Auditioning for Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid' MovieAwkwafina Dances Around Rumors She's Joining 'Little Mermaid': 'I Would Be More Than Honored' (Exclusive)
John Stamos and Graham Phillips to Star in ABCs The Little Mermaid Live!
On Wednesday, ABC announced that the Full House alum will be tackling the role of Chef Louis in The Little Mermaid Live! Graham Phillips, best known for his work on The Good Wife, will be taking on Prince Eric, the story's love interest. "I'm so excited to play Ursula. The Little Mermaid Live! RELATED CONTENT:Harry Styles Reveals Why He Passed on Playing Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid'13 Reasons Why' Star Christian Navarro Reveals He's Auditioning for Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid' MovieAwkwafina Dances Around Rumors She's Joining 'Little Mermaid': 'I Would Be More Than Honored' (Exclusive)
'13 Reasons Why' Star Christian Navarro Reveals He's Auditioning for Prince Eric in
On Tuesday, 13 Reasons Why star Christian Navarro revealed that he's up for the role of Prince Eric in the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. These are references to both the casting of Halle Bailey in the lead and the return of his hit Netflix series. For months, the casting of the film has driven endless speculation -- and a lot of coy responses from would-be cast members. star Asher Angel revealed he'd also auditioned for the role of Prince Eric, and shared his enthusiasm to potentially be in the film. RELATED CONTENT:Awkwafina Dances Around Rumors She's Joining 'Little Mermaid': 'I Would Be More Than Honored' (Exclusive)Jacob Tremblay Plays Coy About Playing Flounder in 'The Little Mermaid' Remake (Exclusive)Harry Styles Reportedly Turns Down Role of Prince Eric in Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid'
Awkwafina Dances Around Rumors She's Joining 'Little Mermaid': 'I Would Be More
Is Awkwafina the latest to join The Little Mermaid? Rumored to be playing the role of Scuttle in Disney's anticipated live-action adaptation of the 1989 classic, Awkwafina played coy about her involvement in the upcoming Little Mermaid adaptation, which will star Halle Bailey as Ariel. Original Little Mermaid composer Alan Menken will return to rework the songs from the 1989 film, alongside Lin-Manuel Miranda. On Saturday, Awkwafina shared a little more insight into the new Disney movie she was at D23 to promote. RELATED CONTENT:Harry Styles Reportedly Turns Down Role of Prince Eric in Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid'Halle Bailey Says Playing Ariel in 'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Is a 'Dream Come True' (Exclusive)Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would PlayMelissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid''Little Mermaid' Live-Action Film Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
Melissa McCarthy Continues to Play Coy About Ursula Casting Rumors, Admits 'I'm Very
While Melissa McCarthy isn't ready to confirm any cast rumors, it seems she's more than willing to take on the iconic role of Ursula in Disney's upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. McCarthy walked the star-studded red carpet at the premiere of her new mob drama The Kitchen in Hollywood on Monday. She stopped to talk with ET correspondent Matt Cohen, but played adorably coy when asked about the exciting casting rumors. "Who's Ursula," McCarthy said, blatantly feigning ignorance but with a knowing look. See more updates on the live-action Little Mermaid below.
'Little Mermaid' Live TV Musical Casts Auli'i Cravalho as Ariel for ABC
The timing of The Little Mermaid Live! comes one month after Disney officially cast Chloe x Halle singer Halle Bailey in the lead role of Ariel in the upcoming live-action movie. Former One Direction singer Harry Styles is in early talks to play Prince Eric, andJavier Bardem is in talks to play Ariel's father, King Triton. The Little Mermaid Live! RELATED CONTENT:Yara Shahidi Says Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' Casting Is Redefining Princesses & Fairy Tales (Exclusive)Harry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid'Disney's Live-Action 'Little Mermaid' Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
Melissa McCarthy Hilariously Addresses Ursula Casting Rumors
Disney, if you're listening, Melissa McCarthy would love to play Ursula in the upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid! In late June, ET learned that the acclaimed actress was in early talks for the role of the scheming sea witch. During her chat with Kimmel, McCarthy discussed her own personal connection to the 1989 animated film, which, it turns out, she knows incredibly well. See more updates on the live-action Little Mermaid below. RELATED CONTENT:Asher Angel Says He Auditioned for Role of Prince Eric in 'The Little Mermaid' (Exclusive)Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would PlayHarry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid'
Yara Shahidi on How Halle Bailey Is Redefining Princesses & Fairy Tales in The Little
While Halle Baileys role as Ariel in Disney's upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid may have caused outcry from some fans, her Grown-ish co-star Yara Shahidi believes the casting is redefining the world of fairy tales and what it means to be a princess. One, she is Ariel, Shahidi said. Given that some of the outcry about 19-year-old Baileys casting has focused on physical differences between her and the character in the 1989 animated The Little Mermaid, Shahidi noted that such details shouldnt matter. The original author of The Little Mermaid was Danish. RELATED CONTENT:Asher Angel Says He Auditioned for Role of Prince Eric in 'The Little Mermaid' (Exclusive)Denzel Dion Talks 'The Little Mermaid' Casting (Exclusive)Terry Crews Wants to Play King Triton in 'The Little Mermaid'
Asher Angel Says He Auditioned for Role of Prince Eric In 'The Little Mermaid' Live-Action
Is Asher Angel in the running to play Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid? 's home entertainment release -- on Thursday that he tried out for the lead male role in the upcoming live-action Disney film. Angel did, however, express that it would mean "so much to me" to nab the highly coveted Prince Eric part. For more on The Little Mermaid casting, watch below. RELATED CONTENT:Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would PlayHarry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid''Little Mermaid' Live-Action Film Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would
Javier Bardem is in negotiations to join Disney's live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, according to multiple outlets. Hes up for the role of King Triton, the father of Ariel, who will be played by Halle Bailey. Earlier this month, Terry Crews started a social media campaign to express his interest in tackling the role of King Triton. The Little Mermaid is expected to go into production in early 2020. RELATED CONTENT:Harry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid'Denzel Dion Talks 'The Little Mermaid' Casting (Exclusive)Terry Crews Wants to Play King Triton in 'The Little Mermaid'
Harry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Movie
ET has learned that the "Sign of the Times" singer is in very early talks to play Prince Eric in the live-action version of The Little Mermaid. Styles made his feature film debut in the 2017 war film Dunkirk. Earlier this month, it was announced that singer Halle Bailey, one half of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle, was cast as Ariel in director Rob Marshall's upcoming adaptation of the beloved undersea tale. For more on The Little Mermaid, watch below. RELATED CONTENT:Jodi Benson, Original Voice of 'Little Mermaid,' Addresses Halle Bailey Casting BacklashTerry Crews Wants to Play King Triton in 'The Little Mermaid''Little Mermaid' Live-Action Film Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
Jodi Benson, Original Voice of 'Little Mermaid,' Addresses Halle Bailey Casting Backlash
Jodi Benson, who provided the voice of Ariel in the 1989 animated film, The Little Mermaid, is showing her support for the casting of Halle Bailey in Disney's upcoming live-action remake as she weathers pushback. The original author of The Little Mermaid was Danish. Black Danish people, and this mer-folk, can also *genetically* (!!!) See more on The Little Mermaid remake below. RELATED CONTENT:Keke Palmer, Broadway's First Black Cinderella, Defends Halle Bailey's Ariel Casting: 'It's About Damn Time'Disney's Freeform Defends Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' Casting in Open Letter to CriticsZendaya Congratulates Halle Bailey on Being Cast as Ariel in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid'
Terry Crews wants to play King Triton in 'Little Mermaid' remake
Joe Scarnici/Getty ImagesBURBANK, Calif. - "The Little Mermaid" casting games are already in full swing. "America's Got Talent" host Terry Crews tweeted a photoshopped pic of himself as King Triton, the ruler of the under the ocean kingdom Atlantica. !," Crews tweeted. "Hey, has @terrycrews been cast as King Triton in the new Little Mermaid yet?," writer Ben Bertoli tweeted days before Crews did. "I've said this from day one: please make Idris Elba King Triton.
Terry Crews Wants to Play King Triton in 'The Little Mermaid'
Now that Ariel has been cast, Hollywood is lining up to be in The Little Mermaid! On Saturday, Terry Crews announced on social media that he is more than ready to tackle the role of King Triton, the patriarch in the undersea adventure, now that fans know Halle Bailey of Chloe x Halle will be the films star. The original author of The Little Mermaid was Danish. Black Danish people, and this mer-folk, can also *genetically* (!!!) RELATED CONTENT:Disney's Freeform Defends Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' Casting in Open Letter to CriticsHalle Berry Congratulates Halle Bailey on 'Little Mermaid' CastingMelissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid'
Disney's Freeform Defends Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' Casting in Open Letter
The original author of The Little Mermaid was Danish. Bailey, who is half of the R&B group Chloe x Halle, is a series regular on Freeforms original show, Grown-ish. thank you https://t.co/FQjq8x2gIT chloe x halle (@chloexhalle) July 3, 2019I LOVE YOU! #TheLittleMermaid #HalleBailey.Once again, the Chloe x Halle account wrote back: this means the world. My kids and I are so excited for the emancipation of Ariel @chloexhallehttps://t.co/6UwrduDQuc Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) July 4, 2019RELATED CONTENT:Halle Berry Congratulates Halle Bailey on 'Little Mermaid' CastingZendaya Congratulates Halle Bailey on Being Cast as Ariel in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid''Little Mermaid' Live-Action Film Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Film Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
The live-action Little Mermaid adaptation has found its Ariel! Singer Halle Bailey, one half of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle, has been cast in director Rob Marshall's upcoming adaptation of the beloved undersea tale, ET has learned. Flounder is Ariel's best friend, a fish, while Scuttle is a seagull who is also a friend of Ariel's. she said of the Little Mermaid hype. RELATED CONTENT:Melissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid'Zendaya Plays Coy Over 'The Little Mermaid' Reboot Casting Rumors (Exclusive)'The Little Mermaid' Anniversary Edition: Get a Rare Look at the Recording of 'Part of Your World' (Exclusive)
Melissa McCarthy might play Ursula in "Little Mermaid' remake
It seems that Melissa McCarthy is one step closer to playing the iconic sea witch Ursula in Disney's live-action remake of "The Little Mermaid." Variety was told by sources that McCarthy is in the early stages of being cast as Ursula, one of the all-time great Disney villans. The original 1989 film is beloved by many generations, so it makes sense Disney would choose "The Little Mermaid" as its next live-action remake after doing "Beauty and the Beast," "Aladdin" and the highly anticipated "Lion King" still on the way, which will hit theaters July 19. We're sure that the two-time Oscar nominee will bring her comedic chops to the villianess role. There's no word on when "The Little Mermaid" will hit theaters, but we're guessing it will be a couple years.
Melissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid'
Life is full of tough choices, but Disney might be close to making one when it comes to who will play the role of Ursula in the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. ET has learned Melissa McCarthy is in very early talks to take on the role of the scheming sea witch in the upcoming film. Early rumors have fans hinting at Zendaya, but the actress played coy when ET's Katie Krause caught up with her at the premiere of her gritty new HBO series, Euphoria. she said of the Little Mermaid hype. RELATED CONTENT:'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Director Rob Marshall Shares Production Update (Exclusive)Zendaya Addresses 'Little Mermaid' Casting Rumors (Exclusive)Lindsay Lohan Talks Dream Role of Ariel in 'Little Mermaid' Reboot and 'Mean Girls' Sequel