Sea People (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1999, Sea People is a fantasy, drama and family film directed by Vic Sarin, running about 95 minutes. “She called them mermaids. They preferred...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. At 14, Amanda is a perfect swimmer and a great student. When the factory where his father works closes and he must go to work in another city, she feels very sad. One morning she meets the McRea, a very nice elderly couple who, like her, cannot live without the sea, although in another sense.
Who’s in it. Sea People stars Hume Cronyn as Mr. John McRae, Joan Gregson as Mrs. Bridget McRae, Tegan Moss as Amanda Forrest and Shawn Roberts as Peter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Sea People has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, Cineverse and Dove Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sea People page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sea People 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 Sea People (1999)?
- In US, Sea People is available to stream on YouTube TV, Cineverse and Dove Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sea People worth watching?
- Sea People holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sea People?
- Sea People stars Hume Cronyn, Joan Gregson, Tegan Moss, Shawn Roberts and Ron Lea.
- When was Sea People released?
- Sea People was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.