The Little Mermaid
"Somewhere under the sea and beyond your imagination is an adventure in fantasy."
Originally released in 1989. The Little Mermaid is a animation/family film. directed by John Musker. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright, and Pat Carroll
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 17, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (8,255 votes)
Budget
$40M
Production budget
Box Office
$211.3M
5.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Jodi Benson
as Ariel / Vanessa (voice)
Samuel E. Wright
as Sebastian (voice)
Pat Carroll
as Ursula (voice)
Christopher Daniel Barnes
as Prince Eric (voice)
Kenneth Mars
as King 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)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $40,000,000
- Revenue
- $211,343,479
Production Companies
- Silver Screen Partners IV
- Walt Disney Feature Animation
Frequently Asked Questions
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....
Who directed The Little Mermaid?
The Little Mermaid was directed by John Musker.
How long is The Little Mermaid?
The Little Mermaid has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Little Mermaid released?
The Little Mermaid was released on November 17, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Little Mermaid?
The main cast of The Little Mermaid includes Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright, Pat Carroll, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Kenneth Mars.
Is The Little Mermaid worth watching?
The Little Mermaid has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 8,255 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.