Mermaid (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2007, Mermaid is a comedy, fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Anna Melikyan, running about 115 minutes. “Incredible adventures of a mermaid on earth” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The fanciful tale of an introverted little girl who grows up believing she has the power to make wishes come true. She must reconcile this belief with reality when, as a young woman, she journeys to Moscow and grapples with love, modernity and materialism.

Who’s in it. Mermaid stars Mariya Shalaeva as Alisa Titova, Yevgeni Tsyganov as Sasha, Mariya Sokova as Alisa's mother and Igor Yatsko as Alisa's chief, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Mermaid has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.4M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mermaid page.

If you liked it. Fans of Mermaid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mermaid (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mermaid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Mermaid worth watching?
Mermaid holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Mermaid?
Mermaid stars Mariya Shalaeva, Yevgeni Tsyganov, Mariya Sokova, Igor Yatsko and Maksim Konovalov.
When was Mermaid released?
Mermaid was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.