An Academy Award winner might be headed under the sea.

Casting is underway for Disney's live-action remake of Jacob Tremblay.

The film will combine live-action and CGI to tell the story of the mermaid princess who is captivated by the human world. Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Bardem has had a lot of success throughout his career, including his Oscar-winning turn in 2007's "No Country for Old Men." The actor more recently starred in 2018's "Everybody Knows" and is filming 2020's "Dune." Both he and musician said to be in talks for roles in "The Little Mermaid."

The film will be produced by Marshall, Miranda, Marc Platt, and John DeLuca. A release date has not yet been announced, but we're ready to dive in for this new underwater adventure.

[via: Deadline]