The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning

In this animated prequel, viewers are taken back to a time before Ariel met Prince Eric, exploring the origins of her love for music and the events that led to her rebellion against her father, King Triton. The film delves into the underwater kingdom of Atlantica, where music has been banned, and follows Ariel’s journey as she discovers a hidden music club. Directed by Peggy Holmes, the movie features the voice talents of Jodi Benson as Ariel and Samuel E. Wright as Sebastian. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it offers a deeper look into the beloved character’s backstory. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.