Forgotten Island vs The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning
Forgotten Island has the higher audience score (8.2/10 against 6.7/10 for The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning). The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is the shorter watch at 1h 17m compared with 1h 49m. The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning is the older of the two (2008 against 2026). Both are animation, family movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| Forgotten Island | The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.2/10 | ★ 6.7/10 |
| Year | 2026 | 2008 |
| Length | 1h 49m | 1h 17m |
| Genres | Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy | Animation, Family |
| Country | United States of America | – |
| Director | Januel Mercado, Joel Crawford | Peggy Holmes |
| Main cast | H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Dave Franco, Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto | Jim Cummings, Kari Wahlgren, Tara Strong, Kevin Michael Richardson, Jodi Benson |
Synopsis
Forgotten Island
While celebrating their last night together, high school graduates and best friends Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa must race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning
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.
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