'The Little Mermaid' remake's biggest changes to the original

The live-action rendition puts its own spin on the animated classic

Jonah Hauer-King and Halle Bailey in "The Little Mermaid"
(Image credit: Disney)

Disney's return trip under the sea takes fans into some uncharted waters. The live-action remake of "The Little Mermaid" starring Halle Bailey is a faithful adaptation of the animated classic. But it's not a shot-for-shot retread, as director Rob Marshall makes numerous tweaks, some minor and some more significant. Let's take a deep dive into how the "Little Mermaid" remake differs from the original.

Warning: Spoilers will follow.

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.