Disney announced the production of the prequel to The Little Mermaid titled Ariel's Beginning.
King Triton becomes the ruler of the underwater kingdom of Atlantica.
After the tragic loss of Queen Athena, King Triton bans all music in Atlantica to soothe his sorrow and maintain control.
Princess Ariel is born to King Triton and Queen Athena, the youngest daughter in the royal family.
Ariel secretly finds and listens to a hidden music box, reigniting her fascination with music despite the ban.
The merfolk establish a secret community called the Treasure Trove, where they secretly play and enjoy music.
Ariel performs music at the Treasure Trove, uniting young merfolk and defying the music ban.
King Triton discovers the secret musical gatherings and confronts Ariel and her friends.
Moved by Ariel's courage and the joy music brings, King Triton lifts the music ban, restoring happiness to Atlantica.
