Premiering this summer, is an animated musical series for preschoolers inspired by the beloved story of βThe Little Mermaid.β The series stars Emmy Award winner Mykal-Michelle Harris (Disney Channelβs βRavenβs Homeβ) as Ariel and Broadway, film and television stars Taye Diggs (βRentβ) and Amber Riley (βGleeβ) as King Triton and Ursula.
Set in the fantastical Caribbean-inspired underwater kingdom of Atlantica, the series follows young mermaid princess Ariel as she embarks on fun-filled, action-packed mermaid adventures with her friends. It features fan-favorite characters, including King Triton, Ursula, Sebastian and Flounder, as well as exciting new additions like Arielβs two best friends, mer-children Lucia and Fernie, and lots of other adorable sea creatures.
βDisney Juniorβs Arielβ is executive produced by Lynne Southerland (βMulan II,β βHappily Ever Afterβ). The series highlights the multicultural diversity of the Caribbean through music, food, festivals, fashion, language and folklore.