Mermaid's Scar (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1993, Mermaid's Scar is a fantasy, drama and animation film directed by Morio Asaka, running about 56 minutes.
What it’s about. According to an ancient Japanese legend, mermaid flesh may grant immortality if eaten. However, there is a much greater chance that consumption will lead to death or transformation into a damned creature known as a Lost Soul (or Deformed Ones in the English dub). Mermaid Saga tells the tale of Yuta, an immortal who has been alive for five hundred years, who is wandering across Japan searching for a cure and meeting others whose lives have also been ruined by mermaid flesh in the process.
Who’s in it. Mermaid's Scar stars Koichi Yamadera as Yūta, Minami Takayama as Mana, Yuuichi Harada as Masato and Gara Takashima as Masato's Mother Misa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Mermaid's Scar has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mermaid's Scar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mermaid's Scar tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mermaid's Scar (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mermaid's Scar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mermaid's Scar worth watching?
- Mermaid's Scar holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mermaid's Scar?
- Mermaid's Scar stars Koichi Yamadera, Minami Takayama, Yuuichi Harada, Gara Takashima and Kikuko Inoue.
- When was Mermaid's Scar released?
- Mermaid's Scar was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.