The Little Mermaid
1980, French. Directed by Roger Andrieux.
Love makes us do strange things...
A 40-year-old mechanic whistles at a passing teenager; she stops and upbraids him. In embarrassment, he claims he was whistling at her companion, her 14-year-old cousin, Isabelle. This changes Isabelle's outlook on life: her favorite story is Anderson's "Little Mermaid," and she thinks that in Georges she's found her prince. She follows him, engages him in conversation, and turns up at his flat. At first, he pushes her away and tells her she's nuts, but slowly he finds that she brings out of him a playful self, and he likes her devotion. The attraction builds, threatening Georges' adult relationships, including that with Nelly, his sweetheart. Where on earth can this affair lead?
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Roger AndrieuxDirector
- Philippe LéotardGeorges Maréchal
- Laura AlexisIsabelle Pélissier
- ÉvelyneNelly
- Marie DuboisBénédicte Pélissier
- Marianne WinquistVéronique
- Diana SorelClaire
- Nadège ClairUne sœur d'Isabelle
- Jean FranvalHarcour
- François DyrekUn ami de Georges
- André PenvernUn ami de Georges
- Nicole VasselUne amie de Georges
Details
- Released
- 20 August 1980
- Original title
- La Petite Sirène
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Roger Andrieux
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How long is The Little Mermaid?
The Little Mermaid runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
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The Little Mermaid parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Little Mermaid is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Little Mermaid on?
The Little Mermaid isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 August 1980. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Little Mermaid?
If you liked The Little Mermaid, try The Passengers of the Night, The Minister, Chaos.
Who directed The Little Mermaid?
The Little Mermaid (1980) was directed by Roger Andrieux and stars Philippe Léotard, Laura Alexis, Évelyne.