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The 1989 animated film is widely accessible across digital and physical platforms:

Animators had to create a new shade of blue-green specifically for Ariel's fin; the color was named "Ariel" in her honor. Watch The LittleMermaid 1989

The climax features a giant, menacing Ursula, and King Triton’s temper can be frightening for very young children. The 1989 animated film is widely accessible across

Released on November 17, 1989, this film is credited with launching the "Disney Renaissance," a decade-long era of critical and commercial hits for Disney Animation. including Common Sense Media

Most critics, including Common Sense Media , suggest the film for ages 5 and up .