In the original movie, 16-year-old Ariel was fascinated by humans and desperately wanted to experience their world. How Belle from 'Beauty and the Beast' Became Disney's First Feminist Princess". May 24, 2016 . Retrieved December 30, 2020. Julianne Moore and Michael Phelps Annie Leibovitz Disney Dream Portrait". LaughingPlace.com. April 25, 2008. Archived from the original on October 12, 2016 . Retrieved October 12, 2016.

The prequel series, which first debuted in 1991, takes place an indeterminate time chronologically before the 1989 film, and revolves around Ariel's adventures as a mermaid living under the sea. Most of Ariel's adventures involve her meeting various creatures, getting in trouble, and usually getting out of it successfully. Her friends Flounder and Sebastian are also featured prominently in the series. Ariel continues to be fascinated with human things in the series and is shown collecting items for her grotto. She can be deemed a magical character when using her father's trident and Ursula's potion bottles. Prince Eric is sometimes shown in the show, but Ariel always just misses seeing him, preserving the continuity that she sees him first in the 1989 film. When Ariel’s adventures on land take her to Walt Disney World Resort, guests will be able to meet her by visiting Walt Disney Presents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Ariel invites guests to be “part of her world” and for a limited time, see a special sneak peek and props from the film available at Walt Disney Presents Theater. Come be immersed in the live-action “The Little Mermaid” story at Walt Disney World! The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea [ ] Main article: The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea Ariel is an independent, headstrong, and determined young mermaid. She is the youngest and prettiest princess of the sea, but spends most of her time outside the palace walls of Atlantica singing, daydreaming, and adventuring with her best friend, Flounder the guppy fish, and sometimes Sebastian the crab, who is also the royal adviser to Ariel's father. At the age of 16, she unexpectedly becomes deeply infatuated with a young and handsome human prince named Eric and sacrifices all things dear to her for the chance of being with her one true love. Development [ ]Koski, Genevieve (February 11, 2011). "Hipster Ariel wants to be part of your world". The A.V. Club. Archived from the original on September 14, 2011 . Retrieved July 23, 2011.

Head to Maui and he will tell you to about the Shapeshifting Enchantment that can be used for Ariel. Step 2: Gather the materials for the enchantment

The Little Mermaid,” visionary filmmaker Rob Marshall’s live-action reimagining of the studio’s Oscar-winning animated musical classic, opens exclusively in theaters nationwide May 26, 2023. “The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst Bentley, Jean (August 5, 2019). "Little Mermaid' Live Starring Auli'i Cravalho Set at ABC". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on October 16, 2019 . Retrieved October 16, 2019. Ariel appears in various video games based on the films, including the two adaptations of the first film (one for NES and Game Boy, known as The Little Mermaid, and one for Sega consoles called Ariel the Little Mermaid) and the popular Kingdom Hearts series. In the first Kingdom Hearts, Ariel's story has an unrelated plot to that of the movie. [46] Ariel also makes an appearance in the sequel, Kingdom Hearts II, where its storyline loosely follows the plotline of the 1989 film. [47] Ariel makes another appearance in Kingdom Hearts III as a summon for Sora. [48] Once Upon a Time [ edit ] Due to Ariel's free-spirited and rebellious nature, they have always considered her to be the oddball of the family. Despite this, they all love and care about her despite their differences.

Weston, Tamara (December 9, 2009). "The Problem with Princesses". Time. Archived from the original on December 14, 2009 . Retrieved December 24, 2009.Miranda told Variety that the film has "three or four original tunes, replacing none of the ones you like. All of those are in." A prequel television series that originally aired from 1992 to 1994, depicts Ariel's life as a mermaid under the sea with Sebastian, Flounder, and her father. Ariel appears in all 31 episodes of the series, which is set an unspecified time before the first film. The series follows Ariel's adventures with her friends and family and sometimes has Ariel foiling the attempts of enemies that are intent on harming her or the kingdom of Atlantica. To initiate the quest, you will need to talk to Prince Eric upon getting the “Part of his World” quest and he will tell you to get the help of Maui for his shapeshifting powers. Step 1: Talk to Maui Valentino, Serena (July 26, 2016). Poor Unfortunate Soul: A Tale of the Sea Witch. Disney Press. ISBN 978-1-4847-2405-7. The Little Mermaid,” visionary filmmaker Rob Marshall’s live-action reimagining of the studio’s Oscar-winning animated musical classic, opens exclusively in theaters nationwide May 26, 2023. “The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy.