Loosely based on the true story of Australian Annette Kellerman, this starts with her as a young girl under the care of her doting dad (Walter Pidgeon). He is on permanent watch around her as he is terrified that her disabling polio might endanger this determined young girl - especially when she takes to swimming in the lake. It appears, though, that this exercise is doing her the power of good and soon she (now…
Top Cast
Esther Williams
Annette Kellerman
Victor Mature
James Sullivan
Walter Pidgeon
Frederick Kellerman
David Brian
Alfred Harper
Donna Corcoran
Ten-Year-Old Annette
Jesse White
Doc Cronnol
Maria Tallchief
Pavlova
Howard Freeman
Aldrich
Charles Watts
Policeman
Wilton Graff
Garvey
Frank Ferguson
Prosecutor
James Bell
Judge
James Flavin
Conductor
Willis Bouchey
Director
Larri Thomas
Swimmer (uncredited)
Maudie Prickett
Grace (uncredited)
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FAQ about Million Dollar Mermaid
What is Million Dollar Mermaid about?
After overcoming polio, Annette Kellerman achieves fame and creates a scandal when her one-piece bathing suit is considered indecent.
When was Million Dollar Mermaid released?
Million Dollar Mermaid was released in 1952.
What genres does Million Dollar Mermaid belong to?
Million Dollar Mermaid is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Million Dollar Mermaid?
The cast of Million Dollar Mermaid includes Esther Williams, Victor Mature, Walter Pidgeon, David Brian, Donna Corcoran.