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The Little Mermaid (1974): Cast

The Little Mermaid (1974) movie poster

The Little Mermaid is a 1974 short animated film directed by Peter Sander, starring Richard Chamberlain as Narrator. It runs 26 minutes.

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The Little Mermaid (1974) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
26 min
Director
Peter Sander
Genre
Animation
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Little Mermaid About?

The premise of The Little Mermaid without spoilers.

Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale of the Little Mermaid, who sacrifices her life for the love of a human prince, is rendered in stunning animation that brings the undersea world to life, accompanied by the rich, emotive narration of Richard Chamberlain, adding depth to the timeless story.

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Cast & crew

The Little Mermaid Cast & Characters

Richard Chamberlain plays Narrator in The Little Mermaid. Directed by Peter Sander.

From the director

More from Peter Sander

More films directed by Peter Sander: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and The Selfish Giant.

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FAQ

The Little Mermaid FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Little Mermaid, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid runs 26 minutes.

When was The Little Mermaid released?

The Little Mermaid was released in 1974.

Who directed The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid was directed by Peter Sander.

More films by Peter Sander

Who is in the cast of The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid stars Richard Chamberlain as Narrator.

Does The Little Mermaid have a post-credit scene?

No. The Little Mermaid has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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