# The Mermaid (2016) — Celluloid fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/movies/the-mermaid-2016/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-25

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 66% |
| Critic Score | 67% |
| Audience Score | 71% |
| Metascore | 59/100 |
| Letterboxd | 3.3/5 |
| IMDb | 6.5/10 |
| Director | Stephen Chow |
| Genres | Comedy, Fantasy, Romance |
| Runtime | 94 min |

## Quick answer

The Mermaid (2016) earns a 66% Celluloid Score — Recommended. The Mermaid — signature credit for Jelly Lin. Metascore 59/100. Directed by Stephen Chow.

## Critics consensus

The Mermaid — signature credit for Jelly Lin.

## 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.

## Cast

Jelly Lin, Lin Yun, Deng Chao, Zhang Yuqi, Show Lo, Tsui Hark, Wen Zhang, Kris Wu, Lee Sheung-Ching, Lu Zhengyu

## Common questions

**Is The Mermaid worth watching?**
The Mermaid holds a 66% Celluloid Score. The Mermaid — signature credit for Jelly Lin.

**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 (2016) was directed by Stephen Chow.

**What is the Celluloid Score of The Mermaid?**
66% — the average of five public sources: critics 67%, audience 71%, Metascore 59/100, Letterboxd 3.3/5, and IMDb 6.5/10.

**Where can I watch The Mermaid?**
Streaming availability varies by region — see the The Mermaid page for current options.

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