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The Original Mermaid

9.0200252mMovieDocumentary

Story of Annette Kellerman, the international swimming vaudeville and silent screen star whose life story inspired the MGM classic Million Dollar Mermaid starring Esther Williams, which featured lavish Busby Berkeley scenes.

DirectorMichael Cordell
WriterAna Kokkinos
ProducerIan Collie

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Cast · Directed by Michael Cordell

AKAnnette Kellerman
Annette Kellerman
Herself (archive footage)
AS
Anthony Slide
Himself
FT
Frank Thompson
Himself
EWEsther Williams
Esther Williams
Herself (archive footage)

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The Original Mermaid — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Original Mermaid?

The Original Mermaid isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Original Mermaid on Netflix?

No, The Original Mermaid is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Original Mermaid on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Original Mermaid isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Original Mermaid for free?

The Original Mermaid isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Original Mermaid?

The Original Mermaid hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 10, 2002. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.