The Little Mermaid watch order

You should start with the original 1989 movie, which introduces Ariel, her love for Prince Eric, and her encounter with the villainous sea witch Ursula.

Release order is recommended because it presents the story of Ariel starting with the original film, followed by the sequel, and ending with the prequel about her early life.

None of the entries are explicitly required to be skipped, as each provides a distinct part of Ariel's life story across the original film, sequel, and prequel.

Watch in this order: 1. The Little Mermaid, 2. The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea, 3. The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning.

This guide lists 3 entries, released between 1989 and 2008.

The Little Mermaid has the highest average rating in this guide, at 7.4 out of 10.