THE LITTLE MERMAID FLIPS OVER TO HOME VIDEO

Walt Disney Studios’ The Little Mermaid arrives at digital retailers (Apple TV, Prime Video and Vudu/Fandango) on July 25 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on September 19. The film is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for action, peril and some scary images. In addition to the feature presentation which has a runtime of 135 minutes, the home video release of The Little Mermaid also has bonus content that includes a sing-along version of the film, song breakdowns, bloopers, and exclusive featurettes.

• Sing Along Version – Sing along with your favorite songs while watching the movie with on-screen lyrics. 
• Hotter Under The Water – Discover how director Rob Marshall and his team brought the story of The Little Mermaid to life with this documentary in five chapters: 
• A Tale Of The Bottomless Blue – Join Rob Marshall on the set of one of the most ambitious and challenging films he's ever directed. 
• I Know Something’s Starting Right Now – Join cast members Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy, Jonah Hauer-King and more and learn how they were cast in the film and what it was like to bring director Rob Marshall's vision to life. 
• Down Where It’s Wetter – Dip your toes into the virtual ocean and learn about how the breathtaking underwater world was created with visual effects, imagination and a lot of talented artists. 
• Explore That Shore Up Above – From Prince Eric’s castle to the beach, explore the above-the-sea locations and the elaborate production design behind them. 
• Do What The Music Say – Discover how legendary composer Alan Menken teamed up with Lin- Manuel Miranda to write new songs to accompany the original classics 
• Song Breakdowns: 
• Wild Unchartered Waters – Prince Eric, played by Jonah Hauer-King, gets his own song, written by Alan Menken and Lin-Manuel Miranda. Go behind the song, from the writing to the recording, to the filming on a practical ship. 
• Under the Sea – Get a first-hand look at how professional dancers helped bring director Rob Marshall's vision to life as they stood in for the various animated sea creatures that sing and dance in this showstopping number. 
• Kiss The Girl – Float along and get a frog's-eye view of the beautiful set built to film the live-action version of this classic song. 
• Poor Unfortunate Souls – Join Melissa McCarthy (Ursula) as she takes us on the journey of making her character's signature song. 
• Featurettes: 
• The Scuttlebutt On Sidekicks – Dive in and meet Sebastian, Flounder and Scuttle, who not only have their own song, "The Scuttlebutt," but also fresh looks as they work hard to make sure Ariel and Eric kiss before Ursula's deadline. 
• Passing The Dinglehopper – Ariel met Ariel when Halle Bailey worked with Jodi Benson — the voice of Ariel in the original animated movie — who appears in a clever cameo in the live-action film. 
• Bloopers – Laugh along with the cast as they have the time of their lives making The Little Mermaid.

The Little Mermaid is visionary filmmaker Rob Marshall’s live-action reimagining of Disney’s beloved animated musical classic, the story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea and, while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy. The Little Mermaid is directed by Rob Marshall with a screenplay by David Magee, and is produced by Marc Platt, Lin-Manuel Miranda, John DeLuca and Rob Marshall.

Are you geeked about adding The Little Mermaid to your home video entertainment library?

THE LITTLE MERMAID ANNIVERSARY EDITION

After jumping into the pool for swimming practice, my daughter dove onto our living room couch when we got home to watch the anniversary edition of the home entertainment video release of THE LITTLE MERMAID. Though it came out twenty years before she was born she enjoys watching this animated film just as much as the current movies that are out there for kids.

She has been watching this movie since being a little girl and knows all the songs by heart. It really is a timeless film that is entertaining to watch no matter what your generation is. With its PG rating, THE LITTLE MERMAID is a movie that people of all ages can enjoy together. That makes it a great selection for a family movie night!

In honor of the 30th anniversary of this two - time Academy Award® - winner (Best Original Score and Best Original Song “Under the Sea,” 1989), THE LITTLE MERMAID dives into the Walt Disney Signature Collection with all - new bonus features and a sing - along mode . This magical, musical tale of mermaid princess Ariel — along with loveable sidekicks Sebastian and Flounder, and the love-to-hate sea witch Ursula — is sure to make a splash when it comes available to add to home entertainment video libraries for the first time Digitally in HD on February 12, 2019 and on 4K Ultra HD and Blu - ray ™ on February 26.

The Signature Edition of THE LITTLE MERMAID showcases its award - winning musical score and iconic songs such as “Under the Sea” and “Part of Your World” with a sing - along mode allowing you to accompany this beloved cast of characters on their journey. Never - before - seen bonus features bring legendary composer Alan Menken and some of Disney’s most recognizable leading ladies together around a piano to reminisce, sing and celebrate THE LITTLE MERMAID. The latest installment of “Stories from Walt’s Office” compares Walt and Ariel ’s love of collecting treasures. Viewer s will also receive an inside look at THE LITTLE MERMAID cast in their original recording sessions , explore hidden treasures and fun facts from the film , and enjoy a special performance of “Part of Your World” by a cappella singing sensation DCapella. Plus, fans will have access to hours of additional classic bonus features!

ACTIVITY SHEETS AND COLORING PAGES

In addition to providing ageekdaddy.com with a Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Code of THE LITTLE MERMAID, Walt Disney Studios has also provided us with the same combo pack to giveaway to one lucky winner. Plus they have given us some activity sheets and coloring pages a family movie night extra fun. Complete maze and word puzzles or color in illustrations of Ariel and her friends before watching the feature presentation.

They are FREE to use. Just download and print them out. My daughter had a good time recreating the memorable row boat scene with Ariel and Prince Eric using her Crayola crayons. There are also some coloring pages featuring Sebastian and Flounder that are sure to delight kids.

MOVIE GIVEAWAY

One winner will be randomly selected from all the entries submitted in the form below by 11:59 pm EST on Sunday, March 10, 2019 to receive THE LITTLE MERMAID -- ANNIVERSARY EDITION Blu-ray + DVD + Digital movie pack. Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to participate in this promotional giveaway. Walt Disney Studios will be responsible for delivery of the prize to the winner selected by ageekdaddy.com. Good luck!

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WALT DISNEY SIGNATURE COLLECTION

THE LITTLE MERMAID is the seventh title to join the Walt Disney Signature Collection, which includes groundbreaking films created or inspired by the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney, featuring timeless stories and characters that have touched generations. The film takes its place alongside “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pinocchio,” “Bambi,” “The Lion King” and “Lady and the Tramp.”

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale about a beautiful mermaid princess who dreams of becoming human , THE LITTLE MERMAID was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements (“Aladdin”) . It features the voice talents of Jodi Benson (“Toy Story 2,” “Toy Story 3”) as Ariel, Pat Carroll (“Laverne & Shirley”) as Ursula, Samuel E. Wright (Broadway’s “The Lion King”) as Sebastian, Christ opher Daniel Barnes (“The Brady Bunch Movie”) as Eric, Kenneth Mars (“Young Frankenstein”) as Triton, Buddy Hackett (“The Music Man”) as Scuttle, Jason Marin (“Back to the Future”) as Flounder and René Auberjonois (“The Patriot”) as Chef Louis. The film was originally released in theaters on Nov. 15, 1989 and is the 28th film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, and the first in what many described as a new Disney animation renaissance.

You can bring home the Walt Disney Signature Collection anniversary edition of THE LITTLE MERMAID on Digital today using MoviesAnywhere.com or other online movie providers and via 4K Ultra HD Disc, Blu-ray or DVD on February 26.  For more information, head on over to disneysignaturecollection.com