Mermaids (1990)
Mermaids is a 1990 comedy movie directed by Richard Benjamin, with a running time of 1h 50m. It stars Cher, Bob Hoskins and Winona Ryder.
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.
Quick answers
What is Mermaids about?
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.
When was Mermaids released?
Mermaids was released on 14 December 1990.
How long is Mermaids?
Mermaids runs 1h 50m.
Who made Mermaids?
Mermaids was directed by Richard Benjamin.
Where can I watch Mermaids?
Mermaids is available on MGM Plus, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV and Hoopla.
Where to watch Mermaids
Stream: MGM Plus, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV
Watch free with ads: Plex, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free
Cast
- Cher as Rachel Flax
- Bob Hoskins as Lou Landsky
- Winona Ryder as Charlotte Flax
- Michael Schoeffling as Joe Porretti
- Christina Ricci as Kate Flax
- Caroline McWilliams as Carrie
- Jan Miner as Mother Superior
- Betsy Townsend as Mary O'Brien
- Richard McElvain as Mr. Crain
- Paula Plum as Mrs. Crain
- Dossy Peabody as Coach Parker
- William Paul Steele as Boss in Oklahoma
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