Okay, can we just take a moment to talk about Lumière in the Beauty and the Beast 2017 remake? Because this little candlestick absolutely stole the show. Voiced by the one and only Ewan McGregor, he brought a charm and warmth that was practically radiating through the screen. And honestly, isn't that exactly what a talking candelabra should do?
What makes this Lumière so special is how the 2017 version gave him more emotional depth. Sure, he's still the charming, flirtatious goofball we love, but this time around, there's a sweet vulnerability to him. You actually feel for this guy. He's been trapped as a candelabra for ten years, and yet he still crack jokes and dance his little brass hands off. Goals, honestly.
The song "Be Our Guest" hits differently in this version. McGregor's theatrical delivery combined with that jaw-dropping visual spectacle creates one of the most memorable musical moments in modern Disney history. The sparkling champagne, the twirling utensils, the confetti explosions — it's pure magic. And Lumière is right at the center, commanding the room like the showman he is.
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What really makes me smile, though, is the relationship between Lumière and Cogsworth. Ian McKellen and Ewan McGregor have this perfect old married couple energy where they bicker, tease, and secretly care deeply about each other. Their comedic timing is chef's kiss.
Lumière reminds us that even in the darkest moments, you can still bring light — literally and figuratively. So the next time life feels a little dim, remember this little candelabra's infectious spirit. After all, a candle's purpose isn't to burn out; it's to illuminate everything around it.
