The movie teaser for the live-action remake of the Disney animated classic has set a record after it was released on Monday. "Beauty and the Beast"  became the most watched movie teaser in a 24-hour period, surpassing the record set by "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."

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Emma Watson in 'Beauty and the Beast'

The Disney 1991 classic animated film is getting a live action remake, starring Emma Watsons as Belle and Dan Stevens as the Beast. The trailer of the new "Beauty and the Beast" has been viewed 91.8 million times in its first 24 hours online. The success of the record-breaking trailer was mostly attributed to Emma Watsons and her star power, Inquisitr said.

"Beauty and the Beast" defeated "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" with an astounding 88 million views, followed by "Captain America: Civil War" with 61 million views and "Avengers: Age of Ultron" with 34 million views. The trailer for the live action film debuted on ABCs "Good Morning America" on Monday before it went viral online. The Hollywood Reporter said it will be shown on the big screen this weekend before Disney's Memorial Day tentpole, "Alice Through the Looking Glass."

Emma Watson's Followers

The limited appearance of Emma Watson and the mere sound of her voice in the trailer for "Beauty and the Beast" was enough to attract millions of fans and followers. Watson's Facebook page alone is liked by 33.1 million users while her Twitter account is followed by a massive 21.8 million users.

Disney admits that Watson's appearance in the movie teaser has done more than what their advertising campaigns could. "Beauty and the Beast" will debut in theaters on March 17, 2017. If you haven't watched the movie trailer yet, check it out below.

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