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Ariel, also known as Disney Jr.'s Ariel, is an American animated television series produced by Wild Canary Animation. Inspired by "The Little Mermaid" by Hans Christian Andersen, the 1989 animated film of the same name by Walt Disney Animation Studios, and the 2023 live-action remake, the series premiered on Disney Jr. on June 27, 2024.
Premise
Ariel is growing up with her friends in the underwater kingdom of Atlantica. As she attends magic camp taught by her "tauntie Ursula", Ariel goes on a number of adventures, learning about her Caribbean-inspired surroundings and inspiring others with her voice.[1]
Characters
Main
- Ariel (voiced by Mykal-Michelle Harris) is an 8-year-old mermaid princess of the underwater kingdom Atlantica.[2]
- King Triton (voiced by Taye Diggs as an adult, Jeremiah Felder as a child) is Ariel's father, Ursula's brother and King of Atlantica.[2] As a kid, he had the nickname Tri-Tri.[3]
- Ursula (voiced by Amber Riley), a sea witch and Triton's sister and Ariel's aunt.[2] Unlike the films, Ursula is not antagonistic and has been nicknamed "Tauntie" by Ariel.
- Ebb and Flo, Ursula's pet moray eels[4]
- Lucia (voiced by Elizabeth Phoenix Caro) is Ariel's friend.[2]
- Fernie (voiced by Cruz Flateau) is Ariel's friend.[2]
- Flounder (voiced by Gracen Newton) is a fish who is Ariel's friend.[2]
Recurring
- Sebastian (voiced by Kevin Michael Richardson) is a crab who is the royal composer and one of Ariel's friends. Richardson reprises his role from the Kingdom Hearts video games.[5][lower-alpha 1]
- Ravi (voiced by Parvesh Cheena)[5]
- Ayanna (voiced by Dana Heath) is Alanna's twin sister and Ariel's older sister.[5]
- Alanna (voiced by Jessica Mikayla) is Ayanna's twin sister and Ariel's older sister.[5]
- Hermès (voiced by Gary Anthony Williams)[7]
- Cristina Cuttles (voiced by Alanna Ubach)[5][8]
- Clamila (voiced by Somali Rose)[9]
- Delfino (voiced by Ron Funches)[5][10]
- Navi (voiced by Melissa Villaseñor)[5][11]
- Bembé (voiced by Madelyn Skyler Tee)[11]
- Tantie Chantale (voiced by Danni Washington)[5][12]
- Aquatica (voiced by Yvette Nicole Brown)[5]
Guest
- Squid (voiced by Parvesh Cheena)[13]
- Duke of Clownfish (voiced by Jeff Bennett)[7]
- Jewels (voiced by Amari McCoy)[14]
- Revi (voiced by Rizwan Manji)[11]
- Wahoo Fish (voiced by Gary Anthony Williams)[11]
- Remy (voiced by Ryan Lopez)[12]
- Sanka (voiced by Carlos Alazraqui)[12]
- Kite Monster (voiced by Kevin Michael Richardson)[15]
- Ronaldo (voiced by Ayush Rajmachikar)[16]
- Henrick (voiced by Kevin Michael Richardson)
- Gabe Guppy (voiced by Abril Bellido)
- Gigi Guppy (voiced by Emma Rodriguez)
- Marla (voiced by Alanna Ubach)
- Mer-Mom (voiced by Grey DeLisle)
- Santa Me-Claus (voiced by Kevin Michael Richardson)
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date |
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Mermaid Tales
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date |
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Production
At the 2023 Annecy International Animation Film Festival, Ayo Davis announced that Disney Branded Television had developed an animated television show inspired by "The Little Mermaid".[17] The main cast was announced in August 2023, which included Mykal-Michelle Harris as Ariel, Taye Diggs as King Triton, and Amber Riley as Ursula, among others.[2]
On International Mermaid Day, the first trailer was released with confirmation that Ursula was Ariel's aunt and instructor at magic camp.[18]
Discography
All credits adapted from Apple Music and Spotify.[19][20]
Singles
| Year | Title | Album | Writer(s) | Producer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | "Shimmer" | Disney Jr. Music: Ariel | Anthony M. Jones, Sofia Quinn, Olivia Waithe | Anthony M. Jones |
| "Ariel (Theme Song)" | Chantry Johnson, Michelle Zarlenga, Rosemarie Tan | Chantry Johnson |
Studio albums
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Disney Jr. Music: Ariel |
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Release
Ariel premiered on Disney Jr. and later aired on Disney Channel on June 27, 2024.[21] The series was subsequently made available for streaming on Disney+.[22] Furthermore, both Ariel and Ariel: Mermaid Tales were released on Disney Now.[23]
Reception
Caleb Gottry of Plugged In complimented how Ariel depicts mixed and same-gender friendships, and asserted that children learn lessons about forgiveness, patience, and responsibility through the show.[24] Ashley Moulton of Common Sense Media gave Ariel a score of five stars out of five and noted the depiction of positive messages and role models, stating the character of Ariel is kind and caring. She acknowledged the educational value of the series, saying Ariel teaches social-emotional lessons, and wrote, "Fresh take on beloved mermaid will delight littlest viewers."[25]
In other media
Disney Jr.'s Ariel made her debut at Disneyland during the Disney Jr. "Let’s Play! Parade," which took place on D23 Day at Disney California Adventure.[26][27]
Notes
References
- ↑ Mishra, Shrishty(March 30, 2024)."The Little Mermaid Has "Fin-tastic" Adventures in First Disney Junior's Ariel Trailer."Collider.Valnet Inc..
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Andreeva, Nellie(August 18, 2023)."Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Revival Leads Disney Junior Slate; Taye Diggs To Voice King Triton With Amber Riley As Ursula In Ariel Animated Series."Deadline Hollywood.Penske Media Corporation.Retrieved August 21, 2023.Archived from the original on August 21, 2023.
- ↑ (August 30, 2024)."The Brave Little Goby / Kid Triton."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on August 30, 2024.
- ↑ (June 27, 2024)."Atlantica Day / A Winner's Spirit."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on June 29, 2024.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 (May 8, 2024). ""Disney Jr.'s Ariel" to Make a Splash Thursday, June 27" (Press release).Disney Branded Television.Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ↑ (September 30, 2024)."La Sirenusca / Substitute Sebastian."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on October 1, 2024.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 (June 28, 2024)."Crystal Cavern Caper / A Banner Moment."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on June 29, 2024.
- ↑ (June 28, 2024)."The Cuttlebaby Sitter / Flounder the Leader."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on June 28, 2024.
- ↑ (June 28, 2024)."The Clean Team / Clamming Up."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on June 28, 2024.
- ↑ (August 9, 2024)."The Singing Dolphin / The Happy Patty Clap."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on August 10, 2024.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 (September 6, 2024)."Ariel's Tall Mer-Tale / Remy, the Houseguest."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on September 20, 2024.
- ↑ (June 27, 2024)."Ursula's Magic Camp / Fernie's Notebook."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on June 29, 2024.
- ↑ (June 28, 2024)."Copy Catfish / Happy Crabby Day."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on June 28, 2024.
- ↑ (October 4, 2024)."The Kite Monster / The Spooky Mirror Trick."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on October 8, 2024.
- ↑ (November 8, 2024)."The Lost Dogfish / Swim Scouts."DisneyNow.Archived from the original on November 9, 2024.
- ↑ Hopewell, Joh(June 13, 2023)."Disney Branded Television Greenlights Disney Junior's Ariel, Inspired by The Little Mermaid (Exclusive)."Variety.Penske Media Corporation.Archived from the original on June 13, 2023.
- ↑ Swift, Andy(March 29, 2024)."Disney Junior's Ariel Reinvents Ursula as the Little Mermaid's Magical Mentor — Watch Trailer."TVLine.Penske Media Corporation.
- ↑ "Ariel - Cast on Apple Music."Apple Music.(en-US).Retrieved 2024-10-10.
- ↑ "Ariel - Cast on Spotify."Spotify.Retrieved 2024-10-10.
- ↑ Milligan, Mercedes(May 8, 2024)."Disney Junior Debuts 'Ariel' Theme Song Ahead of June 27 Premiere."Animation Magazine.(en-US).Retrieved 2024-10-20.
- ↑ Harris, Raquel 'Rocky'(June 26, 2024)."How to Watch 'Disney Jr.'s Ariel': Will the Animated Series Be Streaming?."TheWrap.(en-US).Retrieved 2024-10-20.
- ↑ "Watch Disney Junior Ariel TV Show | Disney Junior on DisneyNOW."DisneyNow.(en).Retrieved 2024-10-20.
- ↑ Gottry, Caleb."Disney Junior's Ariel."Plugged In.Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ↑ Moulton, Ashley."Disney Jr.'s Ariel TV Review."Common Sense Media.Retrieved July 6, 2024.
- ↑ (August 8, 2024)."Disney Jr. Ariel Debuts in Disney Parks During Disney Jr. Let's Play! Parade."Daps Magic.(en-us).Retrieved 2024-10-20.
- ↑ Manning, Luke(August 8, 2024)."Photos / Video: Disney Jr. Let's Play! Party Takes Over Disney California Adventure with Special Cavalcade, Debut of "Disney Jr.'s Ariel," and More."LaughingPlace.com.(en-US).Retrieved 2024-10-20.
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