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Mermaids (1990)

โ€œMom is many things... normal isn't one of them.โ€

6.7/10 ยท 625 votes 1h 50m pg-13 ComedyRomanceDrama

#32 of 69 films from 1990 #1330 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Richard Benjamin ยท Written by Patty Dann, June Roberts

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Overview

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.

Cast

Cheras Rachel Flax
Winona Ryderas Charlotte Flax
Christina Riccias Kate Flax
Bob Hoskinsas Lou Landsky
Michael Schoefflingas Joe Porretti
Caroline McWilliamsas Carrie
Jan Mineras Mother Superior
Betsy Townsendas Mary O'Brien
Richard McElvainas Mr. Crain
Paula Plumas Mrs. Crain
Dossy Peabodyas Coach Parker
William Paul Steeleas Boss in Oklahoma
Rex Traileras Dr. Reynolds
Peter Kovneras Perfect Family Father

Facts

Release dateDecember 14, 1990
Runtime110 min (1h 50m) โ€” about the same as the 1990 average of 104 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$31,000,000
Box office$35,419,397 (1.1ร— budget)
IMDbtt0100140

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Questions

How long is Mermaids?
Mermaids runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Is Mermaids worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 625 votes, which places it #32 of 69 films released in 1990 in this index (top 55%) and #1330 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Mermaids?
Mermaids was directed by Richard Benjamin. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Money Pit (1986), My Stepmother Is an Alien (1988).
Who stars in Mermaids?
Cher as Rachel Flax; Winona Ryder as Charlotte Flax; Christina Ricci as Kate Flax; Bob Hoskins as Lou Landsky; Michael Schoeffling as Joe Porretti; Caroline McWilliams as Carrie.
What is Mermaids rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Mermaids?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/149058.

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