The Mermaid
美人鱼
“Half Fish, Half Human, 100% Assassin.”
Synopsis
When Xuan's real estate project threatens the home of mermaids, Shan is sent to stop him. When they fall in love, he is encouraged to cancel the project. However, he must save them from bigger danger.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
MERMAID - Official Trailer - In Singapore Theatres Feb 8 2016Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-02-04
Top Cast
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Lin Yun
Mermaid Shan
Deng Chao
Liu Xuan
Zhang Yuqi
Ruolan
Show Lo
Brother Eight
Tsui Hark
Uncle Rich
Wen Zhang
Constable Mo
Kris Wu
Long Jianfei
Lee Sheung-Ching
Constable Shi
Lu Zhengyu
Mr. Liao
Chiu Chi-Ling
Mermaid Long
Zhang Mei'e
Mermaid
Gao Shuang
Liu Xuan's Bodyguard
Linah Matsuoka
George's Assistant
Barbie Liu
Mermaid
Xu Zhenzhen
George's Assistant
Bai Ke
Museum Visitor
Kong Lianshun
Museum Visitor
Tenky Tin Kai-Man
Museum Visitor
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 19, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 17, 2017
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$60.7M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$553.8M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
9.12x
+$493.1M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Chow
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephen Chow, Kelvin Lee Si-Zhen, Andrew Fung Chih-Chiang, Ho Miu-Kei, Chan Hing-Kai, Lu Zhengyu, Tsang Kan Cheong, Ivy Kong Yuk-Yee
- Original Score
- Wendyz Zheng, Raymond Wong Ying-Wah
- Original Title
- 美人鱼
- Country of Origin
- China, Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Budget
- $60.7M
- Worldwide Gross
- $553.8M
- Production Studios
- Alpha Pictures, Star Overseas, Shanghai New Culture Media Group Co Ltd, Beijing Enlight Pictures, China Film Group Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Chow
Stephen Chow, Kelvin Lee Si-Zhen, Andrew Fung Chih-Chiang, Ho Miu-Kei, Chan Hing-Kai, Lu Zhengyu, Tsang Kan Cheong, Ivy Kong Yuk-Yee
Wendyz Zheng, Raymond Wong Ying-Wah
Choi Sung-Fai
Cheung Ka-Fai, Jack Tang Man-To
La Peikang, Stephen Chow, Zhao Hai Cheng, Tian Tian, Ivy Kong Yuk-Yee
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Chow
Director
Stephen Chow
Writer
Zhao Hai Cheng
Producer
Tian Tian
Producer
Ivy Kong Yuk-Yee
Producer
Choi Sung-Fai
Director of Photography
Cheung Ka-Fai
Editor
Jack Tang Man-To
Editor
Bruce Yu
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Mermaid.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Mermaid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Mermaid about?
When Xuan's real estate project threatens the home of mermaids, Shan is sent to stop him. When they fall in love, he is encouraged to cancel the project. However, he must save them from bigger danger.
Who directed The Mermaid?
The Mermaid was directed by Stephen Chow.
Who stars in The Mermaid?
The principal cast of The Mermaid includes Lin Yun, Deng Chao, Zhang Yuqi, Show Lo, Tsui Hark.
When was The Mermaid released and how long is it?
The Mermaid was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
What was the box office and production budget of The Mermaid?
The Mermaid had a reported production budget of $60.7M and grossed $553.8M at the worldwide box office (9.12 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for The Mermaid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mermaid was composed by Wendyz Zheng, Raymond Wong Ying-Wah.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Mermaid?
The Mermaid holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).