Mermaid (2026)
Story overview
This dark comedy-drama follows a Florida man struggling with Percocet addiction who discovers a wounded mermaid during his lowest moment. His fascination with her evolves into an obsessive, drug-fueled relationship that accelerates his decline. When others learn about his secret, he becomes dangerously protective, leading to escalating consequences.
Parent Guide
This film combines dark comedy, drama, and horror elements to explore addiction and obsession. It contains mature content including drug use, disturbing imagery, and intense emotional themes. Not suitable for children or young teens.
Content breakdown
Contains scenes of peril as the protagonist becomes increasingly desperate to protect his secret. May include implied or shown violence related to his deteriorating state and confrontations with others.
Horror elements combined with the protagonist's drug-induced perceptions and mental decline create disturbing imagery. The mermaid may be portrayed in unsettling ways, and the overall tone is dark and psychologically intense.
Likely contains strong language consistent with the R-rated themes and Florida setting. May include profanity and crude expressions.
Possible suggestive content related to the protagonist's obsession, but explicit sexual content is unlikely given the film's focus. The mermaid character may involve partial nudity typical of mythological depictions.
Central theme involves Percocet addiction. Likely shows drug use, its effects, and the protagonist's dependency. Portrays the negative consequences of substance abuse prominently.
High emotional intensity due to themes of addiction, obsession, isolation, and mental decline. The protagonist's downward spiral and desperate actions create sustained tension and psychological drama.
Parent tips
This film contains mature themes including drug addiction, obsessive behavior, and potentially disturbing content. The combination of horror elements with dark comedy may be confusing or unsettling for younger viewers. Parents should be aware of the substance abuse portrayal and the protagonist's deteriorating mental state.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
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- What did you think about the mermaid? Was she real or imaginary?
- How did the man's behavior change when he took pills?
- Why do you think he wanted to keep the mermaid a secret?
- What does this film show about how addiction affects relationships?
- Do you think the mermaid represents something other than a literal creature?
- How might the story have been different if the man had sought help earlier?
- How does the film use horror elements to comment on addiction and isolation?
- What does the protagonist's descent say about untreated mental health issues?
- Do you think the film glamorizes or criticizes drug use? What evidence supports your view?
Where to watch
Streaming availability has not been announced yet.