Mermaids
1991, English. Directed by Richard Benjamin.
Mom is many things... normal isn't one of them.
Fifteen-year-old Charlotte Flax is tired of her wacky mom moving their family to a different town any time she feels it is necessary. When they move to a small Massachusetts town and Mrs. Flax begins dating a shopkeeper, Charlotte and her 9-year-old sister, Kate, hope that they can finally settle down. But when Charlotte's attraction to an older man gets in the way, the family must learn to accept each other for who they truly are.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- U
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 634 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Mermaids
Mermaids is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Richard BenjaminDirector
- CherRachel Flax
- Bob HoskinsLou Landsky
- Winona RyderCharlotte Flax
- Michael SchoefflingJoe Porretti
- Christina RicciKate Flax
- Caroline McWilliamsCarrie
- Jan MinerMother Superior
- Betsy TownsendMary O'Brien
- Richard McElvainMr. Crain
- Paula PlumMrs. Crain
- Dossy PeabodyCoach Parker
- William Paul SteeleBoss in Oklahoma
Details
- Released
- 19 December 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- June Roberts
- Budget
- $31M
- Box office
- $35M
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What Mermaids is based on
Mermaids is based on Mermaids by Patty Dann.
Mermaids
By Patty Dann
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Mermaids: quick answers
Is Mermaids worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 634 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Mermaids?
Mermaids runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does Mermaids have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Mermaids. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Mermaids parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mermaids is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Mermaids on?
Mermaids is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mermaids?
If you liked Mermaids, try Father of the Bride, Café Society, Now and Then.
Who directed Mermaids?
Mermaids (1991) was directed by Richard Benjamin and stars Cher, Bob Hoskins, Winona Ryder.
What is Mermaids based on?
Mermaids is based on Mermaids by Patty Dann.