About Beauty and the Beast (2017) Sing-Along

The Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along (2017) is a special edition of Disney’s live-action adaptation of the classic tale. This version provides on-screen lyrics to all songs in the film, allowing viewers to join in with their favorite characters. The story details the magical journey of Belle, a bright, beautiful, and independent young woman who is taken prisoner by a beast in his castle. Despite her initial fears, she befriends the castle's enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the Beast's exterior, realizing the kind heart within.

Making / Production

This special edition of the film was made by Disney under the direction of Bill Condon. The sing-along version was designed to bring an interactive dimension to the film, allowing audiences to engage directly with its memorable musical numbers.

Actors

• Emma Watson as Belle - Emma brings to life Belle’s strength, bravery, and independence, perfectly depicting her transformative journey from prisoner to lover.
• Dan Stevens as Beast - Stevens presents a nuanced performance, effectively capturing the Beast's rugged exterior and soft heart within.
• Luke Evans as Gaston - Luke wonderfully portrays the arrogant and self-absorbed hunter who is determined to marry Belle at any cost.
• Kevin Kline as Maurice - Kline delivers a heartfelt and sincere performance as Belle's loving and slightly eccentric father.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along was released in select theatres for a limited time only.
• The "sing-along" version of the movie was released after the success of a similar version of Disney’s Frozen.
• This film marked the Disney debut of Emma Watson, best known for her role in the Harry Potter series.

Quotes

• "I want adventure in the great wide somewhere." - Belle
• "You don't lose hope, love. If you do, you lose everything." - Mrs. Potts
• "Here's where she meets Prince Charming, but she won't discover that it's him 'til chapter three!" - Belle, during "Belle".

Music, Soundtrack

• "Beauty and the Beast" - Performed by Ariana Grande and John Legend
• "Evermore" - Performed by Dan Stevens
• "Belle" - Performed by Emma Watson and ensemble
• "Gaston" - Performed by Luke Evans, Josh Gad, and ensemble