

The Thirteenth Year
“Cody's not just growing up... he's growing fins!”
A teen learns that his birth mother is a mermaid after he begins to grow fins and slimy scales on his thirteenth birthday.
Where to watch The Thirteenth Year in United States
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Where is The Thirteenth Year streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Disney Plus, Hulu | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Canada | Disney Plus | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Disney Plus | — |
| Brazil | Disney Plus | — |
| Japan | Disney Plus | — |
About The Thirteenth Year
The Thirteenth Year is a 1999 English-language tv movie, adventure and comedy film directed by Duwayne Dunham. The cast is led by Chez Starbuck, Justin Jon Ross, Courtnee Draper. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Disney Plus, Hulu.
The Thirteenth Year was produced by Dream City Films, Mike Jacobs Jr. Productions, and Walt Disney Television and made in United States of America. It was released on May 15, 1999, and carries a G certification.
- Director
- Duwayne Dunham
- Writers
- Jenny Arata
- Release date
- May 15, 1999
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Dream City Films, Mike Jacobs Jr. Productions, Walt Disney Television
The Thirteenth Year cast & crew
The Thirteenth Year was directed by Duwayne Dunham and written by Jenny Arata.
The cast features Chez Starbuck as Cody Griffin, Justin Jon Ross as Jess Wheatley, Courtnee Draper as Sam, Brent Briscoe as Big John, Tim Redwine as Sean Marshall, and Dave Coulier as Whit Griffin.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Phil Marshall and cinematography is by Michael Slovis.
Is The Thirteenth Year worth watching?
The Thirteenth Year holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 250 ratings, a solidly received tv movie films.
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy tv movie, adventure, and comedy, The Thirteenth Year is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Thirteenth Year
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Cast of The Thirteenth Year

Chez Starbuck
Cody Griffin
Justin Jon Ross
Jess Wheatley

Courtnee Draper
Sam

Brent Briscoe
Big John
Tim Redwine
Sean Marshall

Dave Coulier
Whit Griffin

Lisa Stahl
Sharon Griffin

Kristen Stewart
Girl in Fountain Line (uncredited)

Brian Haley
Coach

Karen Maruyama
Mrs. Nelson

Regan Burns
Joe

Joel McKinnon Miller
Hal
The Thirteenth Year — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Thirteenth Year in United States?
The Thirteenth Year is streaming on Disney Plus, Hulu in United States.
▸Is The Thirteenth Year on Disney Plus?
Yes — The Thirteenth Year is currently available on Disney Plus in United States.
▸What language is The Thirteenth Year in?
The Thirteenth Year is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Thirteenth Year?
The Thirteenth Year runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
▸What is The Thirteenth Year rated?
The Thirteenth Year is rated G. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 250 ratings.











