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The Little Mermaid Live!

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An adventure under the sea with live musical performances by an all-star cast interwoven into the original film.
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A strange hybrid that's more confusing than charming, The Little Mermaid Live! flounders under the weight of its own lofty ambitions.

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Eric Deggans NPR The result was an experience that often felt like a ride at a Disney theme park - great for young fans, less so for more experienced eyes, even when star Auli'i Cravalho offered a note-perfect performance as the Little Mermaid herself, Ariel. Nov 23, 2019 Full Review Monique Jones Shadow and Act The characters needed room to grow as the story developed, and we didn't get that story development. Instead, the production seemed to rely on viewers having already seen the animated movie. Nov 7, 2019 Full Review Caroline Siede AV Club This is a love letter to Disney fans, not an intro for new viewers. And, as such, it mostly works as a messy but charming hybrid event. Rated: B- Nov 6, 2019 Full Review Matt Roush TV Insider I hate to be a crab about it, but ABC's hybrid 30th-anniversary presentation of The Little Mermaid-part movie, part gussied-up concert-felt more sink than swim. Nov 6, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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SkyRo P In this combined review of "The Little Mermaid" franchise, we explore the animated sequel "The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea" and the live-action adaptation, as well as the stage production. "The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea" follows Ariel and Eric's daughter, Melody, on her journey back to the ocean, mirroring her mother's desire for adventure despite attempts to shield her from the sea. While the animation quality may not match the original, the film offers a creative storyline that engages viewers, with Melody becoming a fan favorite character. The introduction of Athena, Ariel's mother, provides a poignant exploration of her character, filling a gap that fans had wondered about for decades. In the live-action adaptation, notable performances by John Stamos and Queen Latifah stand out, with Queen Latifah delivering a memorable portrayal of Ursula. Their presence in the stage production showcases their talent and adds depth to the story, leading to questions about why they were not included in the live-action film. The decision to cast different actors, including Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, raised concerns among fans who felt that the potential of the live-action adaptation could have been elevated with different casting choices. Overall, the expanded universe of "The Little Mermaid" provides fans with new perspectives on familiar characters and stories, offering fresh insights and interpretations that add depth to the beloved franchise. While each installment has its strengths and weaknesses, the enduring appeal of "The Little Mermaid" continues to captivate audiences across different mediums. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 08/26/24 Full Review Alexis R This was much more enjoyable than the live action. I swear on my life. If you disliked the live action, give this a shot. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 04/14/24 Full Review Tabitha B One of the worst live musicals I've ever seen Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 11/11/23 Full Review Jeffrey M The Little Mermaid Live is a terrible movie. It's a good story ( like the original ), but there are too many breaks in the action, and that makes it bad. I didn't watch the The Little Mermaid live very recently, but O remember it was really bad. Me and my family didn't even finish the movie because of those constant breaks. What a bad movie. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 09/11/23 Full Review Kendra F Very disappointing, worst part was the horrible graphics. Did not feel like a exciting Disney movie quality. Casting didn't make sense/wasn't good. The animated characters; Flounder, Scuttle and Sebastian were weird looking and didn't sound much like their original cartoon selves. I cringed from beginning to end… Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 07/20/23 Full Review llovey77 7 Loved it going for another round Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 05/29/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis An adventure under the sea with live musical performances by an all-star cast interwoven into the original film.
Director
Hamish Hamilton
Genre
Kids & Family, Musical, Fantasy, Romance
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 24m
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