ABC’s upcoming Beauty and The Beast special will be airing in a couple weeks and the network has shared a full cast photo!
H.E.R. and Josh Groban will be playing the title characters in the special alongside a star-studded supporting cast, which includes country music superstar Shania Twain.
The two-hour animated and live-action blended special will pay tribute to the original Disney Animation’s Beauty and the Beast and its legacy by showcasing the fan-favorite movie, along with new memorable musical performances, taking viewers on a magical adventure through the eyes of Belle.
Beauty and The Beast: A 30th Celebration will air on Thursday, December 15 at 8pm on ABC and will be available the next day on Disney+.
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Check out the full cast photo in the gallery.
Keep scrolling to see the confirmed cast members so far…
H.E.R. as Belle
Josh Groban as The Beast
Josh Groban previously recorded the song “Evermore” for the soundtrack of the live-action movie version of Beauty and the Beast.
Joshua Henry as Gaston
Joshua Henry is currently starring on Broadway in the musical Into the Woods.
Rita Moreno as the Narrator
ABC says that Oscar winner Rita Moreno will be “taking viewers on a journey through the classic enchanted tale.”
David Alan Grier as Cogsworth
David Alan Grier will be playing the role of the clock, Cogsworth.
Martin Short as Lumiere
We can’t wait to watch Martin Short perform “Be Our Guest.”
Shania Twain as Mrs. Potts
Shania Twain will get the chance to sing the title song “Beauty and the Beast” during the special.
Jon Jon Briones as Maurice
Jon Jon Briones will star as Belle’s loving father, Maurice
Rizwan Manji as LeFou
Rizwan Manji will sing “Gaston”
Leo Abelo Perry as Chip
Leo Abelo Perry will play the role of Mrs. Potts’ son Chip!