The Little Mermaid (1989)

Theatrical - Wide 1989-11-17

Cast Jodi Benson Pat Carroll Kenneth Mars Buddy Hackett Rene Auberjonois
Directed by John Musker Ron Clements

Box Office Gross: $211,343,479

Running Time: 83 minutes

Language: English

Production Company: Silver Screen Partners IV, Walt Disney Feature Animation

Genres: Animation Family Fantasy

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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 —... See more including the villainous sea witch Ursula.

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