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The Little Mermaid

7.419891h 23mGMovieAnimationFamilyFantasy

This colorful adventure tells the story of an impetuous mermaid princess named Ariel who falls in love with the very human Prince Eric and puts everything on the line for the chance to be with him. Memorable songs and characters -- including the villainous sea witch Ursula.

DirectorsJohn Musker·Ron Clements
WritersJohn Musker·Ron Clements
ProducersHoward Ashman·John Musker

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Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Musker

JBJodi Benson
Jodi Benson
Ariel (voice)
SWSamuel E. Wright
Samuel E. Wright
Sebastian (voice)
PCPat Carroll
Pat Carroll
Ursula (voice)
CBChristopher Daniel Barnes
Christopher Daniel Barnes
Eric (voice)
KMKenneth Mars
Kenneth Mars
Triton (voice)
BHBuddy Hackett
Buddy Hackett
Scuttle (voice)
JMJason Marin
Jason Marin
Flounder (voice)
RARené Auberjonois
René Auberjonois
Louis (voice)
PEPaddi Edwards
Paddi Edwards
Flotsam & Jetsam (voice)
BWBen Wright
Ben Wright
Grimsby (voice)
EMEdie McClurg
Edie McClurg
Carlotta (voice)
WRWill Ryan
Will Ryan
Seahorse (voice)

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The Little Mermaid — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid is streaming on Disney Plus in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Little Mermaid on Netflix?

No, The Little Mermaid is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is The Little Mermaid on Amazon Prime Video?

The Little Mermaid isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Little Mermaid for free?

The Little Mermaid is available on Disney Plus in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Little Mermaid?

Yes — The Little Mermaid is followed by The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea (2000) in the Little Mermaid Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid is the first film in the Little Mermaid Collection.

Is The Little Mermaid part of a trilogy?

Yes — The Little Mermaid is part of a trilogy, alongside The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea (2000) and The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008).

How many movies are in the Little Mermaid Collection?

There are 3 films in the Little Mermaid Collection: The Little Mermaid (1989), The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea (2000) and The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008).