Movie

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing

“Isn't life the strangest thing you've ever seen?”

★ 5.8(38)19871h 21m

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Good to know

Director: Patricia Rozema
Release date: 1987-09-11
Runtime: 1h 21m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Téléfilm Canada

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing — trailer

About I've Heard the Mermaids Singing

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing is a 1987 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Patricia Rozema, starring Sheila McCarthy, Paule Baillargeon and Ann-Marie MacDonald. It has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 38 viewers. Below you can see where to watch I've Heard the Mermaids Singing in Spain — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Scatterbrained Polly gets a job as a secretary in Gabrielle's art gallery. Polly aspires to be a professional photographer, and idolizes Gabrielle for her artistic ability. When Gabrielle rekindles an old romantic relationship with the younger painter Mary, Polly becomes jealous, and discovers Gabrielle isn’t exactly who she claims to be.

Cast

Sheila McCarthy

Polly Vandersma

Paule Baillargeon

Gabrielle St. Peres

Ann-Marie MacDonald

Mary Joseph

Richard Monette

Clive

John Evans

Warren

Brenda Kamino

Waitress

Patricia Rozema

Woman in Office Window (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch I've Heard the Mermaids Singing in Spain?+

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Spain. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is I've Heard the Mermaids Singing on Netflix?+

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing is not on Netflix in Spain right now.

How long is I've Heard the Mermaids Singing?+

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

Who stars in I've Heard the Mermaids Singing?+

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing stars Sheila McCarthy, Paule Baillargeon, Ann-Marie MacDonald, Richard Monette and John Evans.

When did I've Heard the Mermaids Singing come out?+

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing is a 1987 movie directed by Patricia Rozema.

What genre is I've Heard the Mermaids Singing?+

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed I've Heard the Mermaids Singing?+

I've Heard the Mermaids Singing was directed by Patricia Rozema.