Melissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in 'Little Mermaid'

We may be getting some serious comedy chops under the sea

3:41 PM PDT, June 28, 2019Life 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 ofET has learned Melissa McCarthy is in very early talks to take on the role of the scheming sea witch in the upcoming film.director Rob Marshall is set to helm the upcoming film, with Lin-Manuel Miranda producing and serving as co-composer alongside Alan Menken, who composed songs for the 1989 animated film.

This is sad news for at least one poor unfortunate soul. Singer Lizzo had been campaigning for the role on Twitter -- even dressing up in full Ursula garb to sing the character's epic anthem. She tweeted a simple sad face emoji on Friday in response to the news of McCarthy's early involvement.

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