Watch Melissa McCarthy's Epic Performance as Ursula in Live-Action Little Mermaid

Disney recently released a new clip from the highly anticipated live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. The clip showcases Melissa McCarthy's rendition of a beloved song from the original 1989 animated classic. The movie, which is based on the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale of the same name, revolves around a young mermaid named Ariel who trades her voice to the sea witch Ursula for the ability to explore the human world on two legs. The upcoming film, set to hit theaters on May 26, stars Halle Bailey as Ariel and McCarthy as the iconic octopus-like villain, Ursula. The latest clip offers fans a glimpse of what they can expect from the film, making it all the more exciting.

In a sneak peek video, viewers are treated to a glimpse of Melissa McCarthy taking on the role of Ursula in The Little Mermaid 2023. The video showcases a snippet of McCarthy's rendition of the bombastic solo song "Poor Unfortunate Souls." Additionally, viewers get a closer look at Ursula's eel minions Flotsam and Jetsam, who have yet to be prominently featured in the film's marketing materials. This preview offers a tantalizing taste of the upcoming film, hinting at the musical magic that is sure to be a highlight of The Little Mermaid 2023.

While the original "Poor Unfortunate Souls" performance by Pat Carroll is a classic, it's exciting to see how Melissa McCarthy will put her own spin on the iconic song in the upcoming film. The altered arrangement and tempo changes in certain parts of the track are a testament to McCarthy's impressive vocal range and interpretation of the character. Fans of the original will be pleased to know that the new version remains faithful to the classic track, while also hinting at the direction the film's music will take.

In the upcoming remake of The Little Mermaid, fans can expect to hear the beloved music of Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman in all its glory, with only a few minor adjustments to suit modern sensibilities. For instance, certain lines in songs like the classic "Kiss the Girl" will be reworked to reflect more contemporary attitudes.

However, one notable change is the complete removal of the brief song "Daughters of Triton," which served as the opener in the original film. But the biggest musical difference in the new version will be the addition of several brand new songs, co-written by Alan Menken and Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda. While details about these tracks are scarce at the moment, they are expected to make up the majority of the extra 50 minutes of runtime added to the film.