The Little Mermaid (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1992, The Little Mermaid is a family and animation film directed by Masakazu Higuchi, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. This charming, lively tale based on Hans Christian Anderson's beloved children's story comes to splendid life in an enchanting animated film. The beautiful and adventurous mermaid, Princess Lena, lives with her family in a watery castle and has everything she could ever need, but she longs for only one thing; to explore the world of humans. Determined to marry Prince Stefan, whom she sees when a whirlpool takes her to the surface, Princess Lena must turn to the evil sea witch Cassandra and pay a heavy price for her promise of help.
Who’s in it. The Little Mermaid stars Jeff Bennett as Cosgrove Thackery.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Little Mermaid has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Little Mermaid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Mermaid tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Little Mermaid (1992)?
- In GB, The Little Mermaid is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Little Mermaid worth watching?
- The Little Mermaid holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Little Mermaid?
- The Little Mermaid stars Jeff Bennett.
- When was The Little Mermaid released?
- The Little Mermaid was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.