Disney+'s Beauty and the Beast prequel, which is set to focus on the origins of Gaston and LeFou, finally has a title.
It will be called The Little Town, which is a nod to a line in 'Belle' from the movie, which is certainly a nice touch.
Veteran Disney composer and songwriter Alan Menken revealed the title in an interview with Variety, where he confirmed he's currently working on the TV series.
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The prequel will star Luke Evans and Josh Gad – who played Gaston and LeFou respectively in the 2017 live-action movie – who will be reprising their roles for the musical series.
Once Upon a Time creators Eddy Kitsis and Adam Horowitz are behind the show, which has been greenlit for six episodes and will expand the Beauty and the Beast franchise.
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It's a great move for Disney+ seeing as the 2017 movie grossed over $1 billion at the box office, so it's bound to be a hit with fans, even though it won't be the sequel that Belle herself, Emma Watson, pitched.
Being that it is set around the origins of Gaston and LeFou, Disney could use the opportunity to discuss LeFou's sexuality further.
The movie was praised for what was described as a "watershed" moment, featuring Disney's first confirmed live-action gay character in LeFou – although this did result in the film being given an adult rating in Russia and being banned from cinemas in other locations.
It would be a huge move for Disney, but it's about time, right?
The Little Town will air on Disney+.
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