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The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008)
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📖 Story
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.
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Worth tryingRise-to-power
EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited forfamily-friendly adventure and accessible fun
What to expect from this title?Expect a rise-from-below journey built on training, power shifts, and the satisfaction of steady progression.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
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Parental guidance
Suitable for family viewing with some guidance.
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Best suited forParental guidance
Content levelModerate content
GuidanceBetter with parental guidance
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
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Viewer insight The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is a 2008 film in the Family / Animation category from United States. Directed by Peggy Holmes. Starring Jodi Benson and Samuel E. Wright. Runtime: about 77 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available.
Genre: Family / Animation, Released in 2008, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 77 minutes, Starring Jodi Benson and Samuel E. Wright.
Runtime
77 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
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)
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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)
Lorelei Hill Butters
Queen Athena (voice)
Director: Peggy Holmes
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1What is movie The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008)?
It is a movie released in 2008 within the Family, Animation category.
2What is the story of The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008) is a movie in the Family, Animation category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Disney Plus.
4What is the rating of The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 based on 1,074 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?
Its runtime is about 77 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning best suited for?
An accessible family watch with clear emotion, light adventure, and an easy rhythm that is simple to follow.
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