The Little Mermaid

A rebellious mermaid princess named Ariel is fascinated by the human world, much to the dismay of her father, King Triton. She makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to trade her voice for legs, hoping to win the love of a human prince and experience life on land. Ariel must navigate the challenges of the human world and race against time to secure her prince's love before Ursula's deal turns her into sea foam.

The 1989 animated film 'The Little Mermaid' is widely credited with revitalizing the Disney animated features canon, ushering in a new era of critical and commercial success for the studio. It was praised for its vibrant animation, memorable musical numbers, and compelling characters, becoming a beloved classic for audiences of all ages.

• Praised for its stunning animation and vibrant underwater world.
• Lauded for its catchy and classic musical numbers by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman.
• Ariel is celebrated as a strong, relatable, and modern Disney princess.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved 'The Little Mermaid', frequently citing its timeless story, beautiful animation, and the iconic songs as highlights. Many recall it fondly as a cherished childhood favorite.

Won 2 Academy Awards (Best Original Score, Best Original Song for 'Under the Sea') and 3 Golden Globe Awards (Best Original Score, Best Original Song for 'Under the Sea', Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy). Nominated for 4 additional Academy Awards and 2 additional Golden Globe Awards.

The iconic design of Ursula the Sea Witch was partly inspired by drag queen Divine, known for her exaggerated makeup and flamboyant persona.