The Mermaid Princess
Originally released in 1957. The Mermaid Princess is a fantasy/romance film. directed by Wong Tin-Lam. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ting Ying, Yu Hsin Chen, and Hong Wei
Synopsis
The Mermaid Princess of Dongting Lake had the misfortune of marrying ill, her husband being the depraved and tyrannical Prince of Jingchuan, who subjected her to relentless torment. By chance, she encountered the scholar Liu Yi, entrusting him with a blood-stained letter to seek aid from her father, the Dragon King. Ultimately rescued and returned to her maternal home, the Mermaid Princess and Liu Yi transcended the divide between mortal and immortal realms, uniting in a bond of true love.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 14, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
Language
CN
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ting Ying
as Mermaid Princess
Yu Hsin Chen
as Dongting Lake Dragon King
Hong Wei
as Dongting Lake Dragon Queen
Chiang Kuang-Chao
as Qiantang Dragon King
Dan Ni
as Shrimp Lady-in-Waiting
Chu Shao-Chuen
as Dragon King of Jingchuan
Tong Yeuk-Ching
as Dragon Queen of Jingchuan
Wu Jiaxiang
as Crown Prince of Jingchuan
Tong Zhen
as Clam Spirit (vixen), Mei-ying
Xue Ke
as Liu Yi
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Production Companies
- Chi Yau (Liberty Film Company)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mermaid Princess about?
The Mermaid Princess of Dongting Lake had the misfortune of marrying ill, her husband being the depraved and tyrannical Prince of Jingchuan, who subjected her to relentless torment. By chance, she ...
Who directed The Mermaid Princess?
The Mermaid Princess was directed by Wong Tin-Lam.
How long is The Mermaid Princess?
The Mermaid Princess has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Mermaid Princess released?
The Mermaid Princess was released on June 14, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mermaid Princess?
The main cast of The Mermaid Princess includes Ting Ying, Yu Hsin Chen, Hong Wei, Chiang Kuang-Chao, Dan Ni.