The story opens in a time when Atlantica was filled with joy and music. Following the tragic death of , Ariel’s mother, a grief-stricken King Triton bans all music from the kingdom and enforces a strict, joyless routine for his seven daughters.
: Voiced by Sally Field , the film’s primary antagonist who seeks Sebastian’s job as the King's attaché. The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning (2008)
Ten years later, a rebellious discovers an underground "speakeasy" music club—the Catfish Club —where Sebastian the crab secretly performs. Ariel must navigate the challenges of her father's strict laws and the schemes of the villainous governess Marina Del Rey to restore music and happiness to her home. Voice Cast The story opens in a time when Atlantica
: A calypso cover performed by Samuel E. Wright and chorus. Ten years later, a rebellious discovers an underground
The film features several returning voices alongside new cast members: : Voiced by Jodi Benson , reprising her iconic role.
: Marina Del Rey’s villainous number performed by Sally Field.
: Voiced by Jim Cummings , taking over for Kenneth Mars. Soundtrack and Music