ABC network had previously shelved plans for a live concert celebrating the show, but will now bring the much-loved character to screens as part of the Wonderful World of Disney collection.
Disney’s Moana star Auli’i Cravalho will voice the underwater princess, and will have Shaggy as her crabby best mate Sebastian as she ponders life on land.
Queen Latifah will be playing the villainous Ursula, who offers her dream at a cost.
Performed in front of a live studio audience, The Wonderful World of Disney: The Little Mermaid will be incorporating sets from the Broadway version of the show as well as costumes, plus music from the original film.