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The Little Mermaid

2018·Movie
1h 38min·PG
32
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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

  • Romance7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wonder7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Fantasy and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

A new twist on the classic tail

A young reporter and his niece discover a beautiful and enchanting creature they believe to be the real little mermaid.
Fantasy RomanceMagical RealismMermaid LoreFamily-FriendlyMystery & IntrigueCharmingEmotional StoryModern Fairy Tale

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Little Mermaid

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Little Mermaid legally?

The Little Mermaid is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Little Mermaid worth watching?

32
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 32/100 (IMDb 4.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 20%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Little Mermaid rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Little Mermaid?

1 h 38 min

The Little Mermaid runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Little Mermaid?

Critics20
Audiences42

Not quite. Audiences rate The Little Mermaid higher (42) than critics (20). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Little Mermaid in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Little Mermaid?

57ARATAUBEBOBRBYBZCDCHCICLCOCR+43

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Little Mermaid in 57 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Little Mermaid use?

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TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for The Little Mermaid, including Disney Emoji Blitz, Disney Heroes: Battle Mode, Disney Sorcerer's Arena.