Get ready to make a splash, because Disney+ is officially reviving the beloved 2006 fantasy film Aquamarine—not as a movie, but as a full-fledged series. And in a move that's sure to delight fans of the original, Emma Roberts is returning to the fold, both in front of and behind the camera.
According to sources, Roberts will reprise her role as the spirited mermaid Aquamarine, while also serving as an executive producer on the project. The series is being developed exclusively for Disney+, marking a major nostalgic play for the streamer as it continues to mine its vault of early-2000s hits.
The original film, which premiered in 2006, followed two best friends who discover a mermaid named Aquamarine hiding in their beach club's pool. The mermaid, played by Roberts, is on the run from an arranged marriage and has just three days to prove that true love exists. The movie also starred Sara Paxton and JoJo Levesque as the human friends, and became a cult favorite among tweens and teens of the era.
While plot details for the reboot series remain under wraps, the shift to a serialized format suggests a deeper exploration of Aquamarine's underwater world and her adventures on land. The series is expected to expand on the mythology of the original, potentially introducing new characters and storylines while honoring the source material.
This isn't the first time Disney has revisited a fan-favorite fantasy property for the small screen. The streamer has found success with series adaptations of High School Musical, Percy Jackson, and Goosebumps, proving that nostalgia can be a powerful draw for subscribers. The Aquamarine reboot joins a growing slate of reboots and revivals aimed at capturing the attention of millennial and Gen Z audiences who grew up with these stories.
Roberts' involvement is a key selling point. Since her breakout role in Aquamarine, she has become a household name thanks to American Horror Story, Scream Queens, and Wild Child. Her return to the character that launched her career is a full-circle moment that will likely generate significant buzz.
For fans of the original, the news is a welcome surprise. The film has remained a nostalgic touchstone for many, and the idea of revisiting that world with a modern twist—and with Roberts at the helm—has sparked excitement across social media. As one fan put it, "This is the reboot we didn't know we needed."
Disney+ has not yet announced a release date or additional casting for the Aquamarine series, but production is expected to begin later this year. Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more updates on this and other fantasy revivals, including the upcoming Practical Magic 2 and the gritty new epic from Brandon Sanderson.
