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The Little Mermaid (1989)

Film · 1989 · 83 min · G · Animation · Family · Fantasy

Somewhere under the sea and beyond your imagination is an adventure in fantasy.

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.

Directed by John Musker

Starring Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright, Pat Carroll, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Kenneth Mars, Buddy Hackett, Jason Marin, René Auberjonois

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Release dates in United States

In cinemas17 November 1989
Digital release12 February 2019
Physical release18 May 1990
First release anywhere17 November 1989

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