Josh Gad, La Fou of live-action 'Beauty and the Beast', promises magical experience!

Actor Josh Gad says Disney's upcoming live-action reboot of Beauty and the Beast is "nothing short of magical."

The 35-year-old comedian plays the conniving Le Fou, the mindless lackey of Luke Evans' villainous Gaston in the film, reported ET online.

"Having seen it, I can tell you that (fans) are going to react appropriately awestruck and amazed," Gad said.

He also praised co-star Dan Stevens, for his portrayal of the Beast. "Dan's performance is just incredible. He gives it a gravitas that I think just grounds the entire movie."

Stevens stars opposite Emma Watson, who plays the iconic Disney princess Belle.