Barbie In A Mermaid Tale 2 (2012) Apr 2026

Fans noted brighter underwater palettes and smoother character animation.

The soundtrack features upbeat tracks like "Do the Mermaid" by Kiana Ledé Brown and "Queen of the Waves" by T-Marie. Critical Reception and Themes

Merliah’s mother and ruler of Oceana.

The courageous surfing princess of Oceana who discovers she can have "the best of both worlds".

Merliah's competitive rival turned ally. Barbie in A Mermaid Tale 2 (2012)

The film features a mix of returning favorites and new faces:

Produced by Mattel Entertainment in collaboration with , the film received several technical enhancements over its predecessor: The courageous surfing princess of Oceana who discovers

The stakes rise when Merliah's surfing rival, Kylie Morgan, is tricked into stealing Merliah's magical necklace, which inadvertently frees the villainous Eris from her whirlpool prison. To save Oceana and stop Eris from usurping the throne, Merliah must team up with her friends—both human and sea—to complete the ceremony and embrace her true identity as a princess while still chasing her surfing dreams. Key Characters & Cast