# Where to watch The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008) in the UK

> The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008) is currently available to stream in the UK on Disney Plus. It can also be rented from Rakuten TV and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 77 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.7/10  
**Genres:** Family, Animation  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T05:27:56.109Z)  

## Synopsis

Follow Ariel's adventures before she gave up her fins for true love. When Ariel wasn't singing with her sisters, she spent time with her mother, Queen Athena. Ariel is devastated when Athena is killed by pirates, and after King Triton outlaws all singing. Along with pals Flounder and Sebastian, Ariel sets off in hopes of changing her father's decision to ban music from the kingdom.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Disney Plus](https://www.disneyplus.com/search?q=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Little%20Mermaid%3A%20Ariel's%20Beginning+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning in the UK?**

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008) is currently included in subscriptions to Disney Plus in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Rakuten TV and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning?**

Yes. The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is currently included with: Disney Plus.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/13676/the-little-mermaid-ariel-s-beginning-2008
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