The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning

In this animated prequel, viewers are taken back to the early days of a beloved underwater princess, exploring her life before she met Prince Eric. The story delves into her relationship with her family, particularly her father, King Triton, and the events that led to her fascination with the human world. Directed by Peggy Holmes, the film features the voices of Jodi Benson and Samuel E. Wright. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it offers a charming backstory for fans of the original tale. For those interested, it can be viewed on Soap2day for free.