The Little Mermaid(1989)
“Somewhere under the sea and beyond your imagination is an adventure in fantasy.”
Overview
This colorful adventure tells the story of an impetuous mermaid princess named Ariel who falls in love with the very human Prince Eric and puts everything on the line for the chance to be with him. Memorable songs and characters -- including the villainous sea witch Ursula.
Director
John Musker
Studio
Silver Screen Partners IV
Budget
$40M
Revenue
$211M
Cast
Jodi Benson
as Ariel (voice)
Samuel E. Wright
as Sebastian (voice)
Pat Carroll
as Ursula (voice)
Christopher Daniel Barnes
as Eric (voice)
Kenneth Mars
as Triton (voice)
Buddy Hackett
as Scuttle (voice)
Jason Marin
as Flounder (voice)
René Auberjonois
as Louis (voice)
Paddi Edwards
as Flotsam & Jetsam (voice)
Ben Wright
as Grimsby (voice)
Edie McClurg
as Carlotta (voice)
Will Ryan
as Seahorse (voice)
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1989
Runtime
1h 23m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$40M
Box Office
$211M
Production Companies
Silver Screen Partners IV • Walt Disney Feature Animation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Little Mermaid?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Little Mermaid (1989).
What is The Little Mermaid about?▼
This colorful adventure tells the story of an impetuous mermaid princess named Ariel who falls in love with the very human Prince Eric and puts everything on the line for the chance to be with him. Memorable songs and characters -- including the villainous sea witch Ursula.
Who directed The Little Mermaid?▼
The Little Mermaid was directed by John Musker and released in 1989. It is a animation, family, fantasy film.
How long is The Little Mermaid?▼
The Little Mermaid has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
Who stars in The Little Mermaid?▼
The cast of The Little Mermaid includes Jodi Benson as Ariel (voice), Samuel E. Wright as Sebastian (voice), Pat Carroll as Ursula (voice), Christopher Daniel Barnes as Eric (voice), Kenneth Mars as Triton (voice) and more.
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