Miranda (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 1948, Miranda is a comedy, fantasy and romance film directed by Ken Annakin, running about 80 minutes. “Miranda Has Everything!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A young married physician discovers a mermaid, and gives into her request to be taken to see London. Comedy and romantic entanglements ensue soon after.

Who’s in it. Miranda stars Glynis Johns as Miranda Trewella, Googie Withers as Clare Martin, Griffith Jones as Dr. Paul Martin and John McCallum as Nigel, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Miranda has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $834.3K at the box office.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Miranda (1948)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Miranda change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Miranda worth watching?
Miranda holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Miranda?
Miranda stars Glynis Johns, Googie Withers, Griffith Jones, John McCallum and Margaret Rutherford.
When was Miranda released?
Miranda was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.