The Little Mermaid

– This colorful adventure tells the story of an impetuous mermaid princess named Ariel who falls in lo..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.60 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 23 Minutes
Release Year:
1989
The Little Mermaid (1989)

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.

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Producing Country:
USA
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The Little Mermaid (1989) - Trailer

Release Date:

17 Nov 1989

Language:

English, French

MPAA Content-Rating:
G – General Audiences

All ages admitted. Nothing that would offend parents for viewing by children.

Director:

Ron Clements, John Musker

Writer:

John Musker, Ron Clements, Hans Christian Andersen (fairy tale), Howard Ashman (additional dialogue), Gerrit Graham (additional dialogue), Sam Graham (additional dialogue), Chris Hubbell (additional dialogue)

Main Actors:

Rene Auberjonois, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Jodi Benson, Pat Carroll

Plot:

In Disney's beguiling animated romp, rebellious 16-year-old mermaid Ariel is fascinated with life on land. On one of her visits to the surface, which are forbidden by her controlling father, King Triton, she falls for a human prince. Determined to be with her new love, Ariel makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human for three days. But when plans go awry for the star-crossed lovers, the king must make the ultimate sacrifice for his daughter.

Awards:

Won 2 Oscars. Another 10 wins & 8 nominations.

Production:

Walt Disney Pictures

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
93%
Metacritic:
88%