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The Little Mermaid

1989·83 min

The Little Mermaid

Directed by John Musker

AnimationFamilyFantasy

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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Ariel / Vanessa (voice)

Samuel E. Wright

Sebastian (voice)

Ursula (voice)

Christopher Daniel Barnes

Prince Eric (voice)

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The Little Mermaid (1989) is 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. Memorable songs and characters -- including the villainous sea witch Ursula.

Who directed The Little Mermaid?

John Musker directed The Little Mermaid (1989).

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