---
title: "I've Heard the Mermaids Singing"
year: 1987
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/i-ve-heard-the-mermaids-singing-1987"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 117233
imdb_id: "tt0093239"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 81
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 39
content_rating: "R"
---

# I've Heard the Mermaids Singing (1987) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "I've Heard the Mermaids Singing" (1987).
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Title: I've Heard the Mermaids Singing.
Year: 1987.
Genre: Comedy and Drama (Canadian comedy-drama).
Director/Writer: Patricia Rozema.
Cast: Sheila McCarthy, Paule Baillargeon, Ann-Marie MacDonald.
Runtime: 1h 21m.
Release Date: 09/11/1987 (US).
Rating: R.
Plot: Polly (scatterbrained) gets a job as a secretary in Gabrielle's art gallery. Polly wants to be a professional photographer and idolizes Gabrielle. Gabrielle rekindles a romantic relationship with Mary (a younger painter). Polly becomes jealous and discovers Gabrielle is not who she claims to be.
Awards/Milestone: First English-language Canadian feature film to win an award at the Cannes Film Festival.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Kino Film Collection, Kino Film Collection Amazon Channel | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Patricia Rozema
- **Networks / Studios**: Téléfilm Canada, Ontario Arts Council, The Ontario Film Development Corporation

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sheila McCarthy** as *Polly Vandersma*
- **Paule Baillargeon** as *Gabrielle St. Peres*
- **Ann-Marie MacDonald** as *Mary Joseph*
- **Richard Monette** as *Clive*
- **John Evans** as *Warren*
- **Brenda Kamino** as *Waitress*
- **Patricia Rozema** as *Woman in Office Window (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch I've Heard the Mermaids Singing online?
I've Heard the Mermaids Singing is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is I've Heard the Mermaids Singing worth watching?
I've Heard the Mermaids Singing holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 39 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie I've Heard the Mermaids Singing and when was it released?
I've Heard the Mermaids Singing is a feature film with a runtime of 81 minutes. It was released in 1987. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed I've Heard the Mermaids Singing?
I've Heard the Mermaids Singing was directed by Patricia Rozema.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [I've Heard the Mermaids Singing — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/117233)
- [I've Heard the Mermaids Singing - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I%27ve_Heard_the_Mermaids_Singing)
- [I've Heard the Mermaids Singing (1987) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093239/fullcredits/)
- [I've Heard the Mermaids Singing (1987) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/117233-i-ve-heard-the-mermaids-singing/cast)
- [I've Heard the Mermaids Singing (1987) Cast & Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/ive-heard-the-mermaids-singing/13630/credits/)
- [I've Heard the Mermaids Singing - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/I%27ve_Heard_the_Mermaids_Singing)

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