The Mermaid (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1965, The Mermaid is a fantasy, drama, romance and music film directed by Kao Li, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A Huangmei opera produced by Shaw Brothers about a carp spirit who transforms into an identical copy of a beautiful woman to win the heart of a lonely male scholar.
Who’s in it. The Mermaid stars Ivy Ling Po as Scholar Zheng Zhan, Ching Lee as Peony / Mermaid, Yang Chi-Ching as Prime Minister Chin Chong and Ou-Yang Sha-Fei as Prime Minister's wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The 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 Mermaid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The 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 Mermaid (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mermaid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mermaid worth watching?
- The Mermaid holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mermaid?
- The Mermaid stars Ivy Ling Po, Ching Lee, Yang Chi-Ching, Ou-Yang Sha-Fei and Yip Ching.
- When was The Mermaid released?
- The Mermaid was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.