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The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning

“Every Tale Has A Beginning, But Only One Begins Under The Sea”

★ 6.7(1,079)20081h 17m

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is streaming on Disney Plus in Germany, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, maxdome Store, Freenet meinVOD, MagentaTV and Videoload. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Director: Peggy Holmes
Release date: 2008-08-25
Runtime: 1h 17m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: DisneyToon Studios
Part of: The Little Mermaid Collection

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning — trailer

About The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is a 2008 movie in the Family and Animation genres, directed by Peggy Holmes, starring Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright and Jim Cummings. It has a runtime of 1 hour 17 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 1,079 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Follow Ariel's adventures before she gave up her fins for true love. When Ariel wasn't singing with her sisters, she spent time with her mother, Queen Athena. Ariel is devastated when Athena is killed by pirates, and after King Triton outlaws all singing. Along with pals Flounder and Sebastian, Ariel sets off in hopes of changing her father's decision to ban music from the kingdom.

Cast

Jodi Benson

Ariel (voice)

Samuel E. Wright

Sebastian (voice)

Jim Cummings

King Triton / Shelbow / Additional Voices (voice)

Sally Field

Marina Del Ray (voice)

Tara Strong

Adella / Andrina / Additional Voices (voice)

Jennifer Hale

Alana (voice)

Grey DeLisle

Aquata / Arista (voice)

Kari Wahlgren

Attina (voice)

Parker Goris

Flounder (voice)

Jeff Bennett

Benjamin / Additional Voices (voice)

Kevin Michael Richardson

Cheeks / Ray Ray (voice)

Rob Paulsen

Ink Spot / Swifty / Additional Voices (voice)

Themes & keywords

princesscartoonmermaidprequelwoman directorundersea city

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning in Germany?+

In Germany, you can stream The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning on Disney Plus. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, maxdome Store, Freenet meinVOD, MagentaTV and Videoload.

Is The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning on Netflix?+

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is not on Netflix in Germany right now, but you can stream it on Disney Plus.

How long is The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?+

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning has a runtime of 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).

Who stars in The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?+

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning stars Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright, Jim Cummings, Sally Field and Tara Strong.

When did The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning come out?+

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is a 2008 movie directed by Peggy Holmes.

What genre is The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?+

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is Family and Animation film.

Who directed The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?+

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning was directed by Peggy Holmes.