DVD Review: “The Little Mermaid II and Ariel’s Beginning 2-Movie Collection (Blu-ray + 2-Disc DVD)”

The Little Mermaid II and Ariel’s Beginning 2-Movie Collection (Blu-ray + 2-Disc DVD)

Released:  November 19, 2013

Studio:  Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment

Running Time:  75 and 77 minutes

Ariel’s Beginning:  One of Disney’s most beloved characters reveals the extraordinary events that led up to her transformation into a princess!  Long before Ariel walked on land and into Prince Eric’s heart, she was one of seven beloved daughters of powerful King Triton. But times were troubled in the underwater kingdom – and music was banned! In this magical adventure, Ariel, her fun-loving sisters, and her loyal friends Sebastian and Flounder strive to bring music and friendship back to Atlantica. Featuring breathtaking animation – and some thrilling surprises – The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning is an enchanting tale you’ll share with your family again and again!

Here is a clip from Ariel’s Beginning:

Return to the Sea:  All of your favorite characters from The Little Mermaid continue their adventures in this enchanting sequel to one of the most celebrated animated films of all time.  Even though her parents tell her merpeople and Atlantica are just “old fish tales,” Ariel’s daughter, Melody, dreams of being part of that magical world. In an unforgettable story that will take your breath away, all the good creatures on the land and under the sea must join forces to show Melody that both her worlds can live in perfect harmony.

And here is a clip from Return of the Sea:

This is a great Blu-Ray/DVD Combo because you get not only both discs but you get two whole movies, a prequel and a sequel to The Little Mermaid!  Ariel’s Beginning is all about her childhood and even shows us what happens to her mother (yes she does die) that has made her father so protective.  I had honestly never thought about Disney not explaining that in The Little Mermaid.  Now it makes more sense!  Then you get Return to the Sea which is all about Ariel’s daughter!  Yeah that makes me old thinking Ariel has a daughter (yes I know its a cartoon movie!)  How is the animation?  It is actually great.  Sometimes when prequels or sequels are made the animation is terrible but that is not the case for this disc set.  I was impressed with the high definition quality and sound, yes being a Blu-Ray does help as well.  These are two Disney movies that I honestly didn’t even know existed and I am so excited to own to watch with my own daughter.  I see a Little Mermaid marathon in our future!  The price is higher than one movie alone, but remember you are getting two full-length Disney movies in this set!

BUY IT:  You can buy “The Little Mermaid II and Ariel’s Beginning 2-Movie Collection (Blu-ray + 2-Disc DVD)” on Amazon for $26.99 currently or wherever DVDs are sold.