The Little Mermaid (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1987, The Little Mermaid is a fantasy, romance and tv movie film directed by Robert Iscove, running about 47 minutes.
What it’s about. A mermaid princess is willing to sacrifice anything for love.
Who’s in it. The Little Mermaid stars Helen Mirren as Princess Emilia, Pam Dawber as Pearl, Treat Williams as Prince Andrew and Karen Black as Sea Witch, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Little Mermaid 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 The Little Mermaid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Little Mermaid 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 The Little Mermaid (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Little Mermaid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Little Mermaid worth watching?
- The Little Mermaid holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, romance and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Little Mermaid?
- The Little Mermaid stars Helen Mirren, Pam Dawber, Treat Williams, Karen Black and Brian Dennehy.
- When was The Little Mermaid released?
- The Little Mermaid was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 47 minutes.