Disney’s The Little Mermaid
One of my favorite animated Disney movies, I am in love with the music!
In honor of its 30th anniversary, two-time Academy Award®-winner (Best Original Score and Best Original Song “Under the Sea,” 1989) “The Little Mermaid,” dives into the highly celebrated Walt Disney Signature Collection with all-new bonus features and a sing-along mode. The magical, musical tale of mermaid princess Ariel — along with loveable sidekicks Sebastian and Flounder, and the love-to-hate sea witch Ursula — is shore to make a splash with all generations when it comes home for the first time Digitally in HD, 4K Ultra HD™ and Movies Anywhere on Feb. 12, and on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray™ on Feb. 26.
The Signature Edition of “The Little Mermaid” showcases its award-winning musical score and iconic songs such as “Under the Sea” and “Part of Your World” with a sing-along mode allowing you to accompany this beloved cast of characters on their journey. Never-before-seen bonus features bring legendary composer Alan Menken and some of Disney’s most recognizable leading ladies together around a piano to reminisce, sing and celebrate “The Little Mermaid.” The latest installment of “Stories from Walt’s Office” compares Walt and Ariel’s love of collecting treasures. Viewers will also receive an inside look at the “The Little Mermaid” cast in their original recording sessions, explore hidden treasures and fun facts from the film, and enjoy a special performance of “Part of Your World” by a cappella singing sensation DCapella. Plus, fans will have access to hours of additional classic bonus features!
Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale about a beautiful mermaid princess who dreams of becoming human, “The Little Mermaid” was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements (“Aladdin”). It features the voice talents of Jodi Benson (“Toy Story 2,” “Toy Story 3”) as Ariel, Pat Carroll (“Laverne & Shirley”) as Ursula, Samuel E. Wright (Broadway’s “The Lion King”) as Sebastian, Christopher Daniel Barnes (“The Brady Bunch Movie”) as Eric, Kenneth Mars (“Young Frankenstein”) as Triton, Buddy Hackett (“The Music Man”) as Scuttle, Jason Marin (“Back to the Future”) as Flounder and René Auberjonois (“The Patriot”) as Chef Louis. The film was originally released in theaters on Nov. 15, 1989 and is the 28th film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, and the first in what many described as a new Disney animation renaissance.
“The Little Mermaid” is the seventh title to join the Walt Disney Signature Collection, which includes groundbreaking films created or inspired by the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney, featuring timeless stories and characters that have touched generations. The film takes its place alongside “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pinocchio,” “Bambi,” “The Lion King” and “Lady and the Tramp.”
ALL-NEW BONUS FEATURES: *
BLU-RAY & DIGITAL
- Sing-Along Mode – Sing along to the movie in this sing-along version of the film.
- Alan Menken & the Leading Ladies Song – From the voice of a mermaid to the tunes of a muse, the music of Alan Menken has scored the soundtrack for some of Disney’s most iconic leading ladies. Join Alan, Jodi Benson (Ariel), Paige O’Hara (Belle), Judy Kuhn (Pocahontas Singing Voice), Lillias White (Calliope) and Donna Murphy (Mother Gothel) as we celebrate the music of their films in honor of the one that started it all … “The Little Mermaid.” In this discussion, the ladies will share their memories of musically creating their characters with Alan, discuss what it means to be part of the Disney Princess/leading lady legacy and create new memories as they sing with Alan around a baby grand piano.
- “What I Want From You…Is YOUR VOICE” – Enter the recording studio and get an inside look at the cast of “The Little Mermaid” in their original recording sessions.
- Stories From Walt’s Office – Gadgets & Gizmos – Like Ariel, Walt Disney was a collector of many different things from miniatures to early mechanical characters that inspired the invention of audio-animatronics. We take a look at some the collections that Walt kept in his office in the third episode of this series.
- #TreasuresUntold – Join Ruby Rose Turner and Olivia Sanabia from the Disney Channel Original Series “Coop and Cami Ask the World” as they take a deep dive to explore some hidden treasures and fun facts about Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.”
- DCapella “Part of Your World” Music Video
- Classic Bonus Features – revisit four exciting bonus features from previous releases including:
- Deleted Character: Harold The Merman
- Under The Scene: The Art Of Live Action Reference
- Howard’s Lecture
- Audio Commentary With Ron Clements, John Musker and Alan Menken
DIGITAL EXCLUSIVES
- “Part of Your World” – A 30-Year Retrospective – Songwriter Alan Menken and Jodi Benson, the acting and singing voice of Ariel, sing the epitome of Disney “I Want” songs “Part of Your World” and discuss its impact since it was first heard 30 years ago.
- Classic Bonus Features – Over 3 additional hours of previously released classic bonus features including Deleted Scenes, Easter Eggs, Music Videos and more!
The Little Mermaid Anniversary Edition
I first saw this movie when I was in my 50’s and quickly fell in love with the music! Plus, Ursula is my favorite Disney Villainess!
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Kelly Nicholson says
How excited are you to see this new Aquaman movie!
havent found time to go see it…i guess not that excited..oh well2
Annmarie Weeks says
I saw the Aquaman movie & loved it! And since my daughter was a swimmer, we have also always loved the Little Mermaid!
beth shepherd says
I am very excited. Thank you for the chance!
Julie Waldron says
I’m neither excited or not excited, I’m not real familiar with the character.
Roger F says
I saw aquaman like three times in theater. I really enjoyed it.
Marisela Zuniga says
I’m excited to see the movie
Rajee Pandi says
My kids are so much excited to watch that movie
Joseph Stowell says
I haven’t seen it yet, but I have heard great things about it. I am looking forward to seeing it.
TAMARA N says
Very excited to see the new Aquaman movie.
Sandy Klocinski says
No time for Aquaman. Love the Little Mermaid though.
Virginia says
Not really into seeing Aquaman!
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Mayleen says
I already watch Aquaman.
Eva Mack says
Not that interested in see the new Aquaman movie!
Rita M says
I am looking forward to seeing Aquaman.
Dorothy Becker says
I feel guilty about saying this, but I am not eager to see Aquaman.
Laura says
I would like to see the new Aquaman movie. I would be pretty excited!
Joy Perkins says
If only Aquaman was a part of the Magical Marvel world….🤔
I’d love to see a Marvel/Disney Aquaman/Ariel mashup 🙈🤭
Julie Lundstrom says
I am a huge Marvel fan. Can’t wait for Aquaman.
DailyWoman (Lacey) says
I loved Aquaman.
Shelly Peterson says
I have seen it already and loved it.
Laura DeLaRosa says
I am an email subscriber.
Melissa Smith says
I LOVE The Little Mermaid! I still have the movie on VHS because my grandpa bought it for me. <3
Karen Propes says
We have seen the movie and loved it. I’m going back to see if I missed anything. 💖
Darlene Taylor says
I love the little mermaid
Diane Sabatini says
Hoping to see it soon.
bernie wallace says
The Little Mermaid is alot like Aquaman. They both take place under the sea. Looking forward to seeing both.
Renee Rousseau says
Got the chance to see Aquaman on the big screen in Dbox! Great fun was had by all!
Sara Tarver says
I’m excited to see Aquaman
Jaye Smith says
Is Aquaman being released again? Guess I don’t keep up.
kathy pease says
I would be excited to see Aquaman
Donna W. says
I haven’t seen it yet as my daughter saw it and was not impressed. I will probably wait for the dvd.
Kayla Klontz says
I’m pretty excited, but I think my son is even more than me!
Angelica Dimeo says
I am very excited
Doreen says
Waiting for it on DVD. 🙂
Margaret S Porter says
My grandson cant wait to see it!
Rosanne says
I’m very excited to see the Aquaman movie
Kristen H. says
Even though I didn’t get the chance to see it when it was out in theaters, I am definitely very interested in seeing the new Aquaman movie. I really hope I’ll be able to as soon as it comes out on DVD.
Sand says
I’m going to watch it as soon as it is available to stream.