---
title: "The Mermaid"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-mermaid-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 872613
imdb_id: "tt15909778"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 73
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 5
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Mermaid (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-mermaid-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Mermaid is a film released on September 7, 2021, in China that spans the drama, fantasy, and romance genres with a runtime of one hour and thirteen minutes. The plot tells the story of a character named Yang Fan who falls into the sea while chasing a mermaid named Xiaoyu. Following this incident, Yang Fan falls in love with the half fish, half girl. However, the mermaid has to say goodbye because she wants a half fish, half human boyfriend.

## 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 | AsianCrush, Plex, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, AsianCrush, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Wei Tong

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lin Yanrou** as *Xiao Yu*
- **Alex Ying** as *Yang Fan*
- **Clara Lee** as *Meng Mei*
- **Elf Peng** as *Zuo Shan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Mermaid online?
The Mermaid is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, AsianCrush. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Mermaid worth watching?
The Mermaid holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Fantasy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Mermaid and when was it released?
The Mermaid is a feature film with a runtime of 73 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Mermaid?
The Mermaid was directed by Wei Tong.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Mermaid — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/872613)
- [The Mermaid (2021) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15909778/fullcredits/)
- [The Mermaid (2021) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/872613/cast)
- [The Mermaid (2021)](https://mydramalist.com/)

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