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The Little Mermaid

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

1989 · 1 h 23 min
Directed by Ron Clements · USA · American Independent Cinema
AnimationFamilyFantasy

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Cast

Jodi Benson Samuel E. Wright René Auberjonois Christopher Daniel Barnes Pat Carroll Paddi Edwards

Plot

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.

Sinekatalog’s take

A buoyant animated musical about longing and rebellion, carried by unforgettable songs and a gloriously theatrical sea witch. The pacing is brisk and the colors still sparkle. A foundational family favorite that remains a joy to revisit.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 7.6 / 10 (316,369 votes)
IMDb rating and vote count from the IMDb ratings dataset (October 2026). Scores change over time.

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