Chef Louis (The Little Mermaid)

Chef Louis is a humorous and somewhat over-the-top character in Disney’s animated film The Little Mermaid. He is the royal chef in Prince Eric’s palace and is known for his passionate love of cooking, especially seafood dishes.

However, his culinary enthusiasm brings him into a comedic rivalry with Sebastian the crab, one of the film’s main characters and a friend of Ariel. Chef Louis famously sings the song “Les Poissons,” where he describes his delight in preparing fish, unaware that Sebastian is watching in horror.

In The Little Mermaid (1989), Chef Louis is voiced by René Auberjonois, an accomplished actor known for his work in television, film, and voice acting. Auberjonois brings a lively and comedic energy to the character, making Chef Louis a memorable part of the movie’s humor.

Chef Louis also appears in later adaptations, including the Little Mermaid TV series and stage adaptations, where his ongoing antics with Sebastian continue to provide laughs for audiences.