On 8 May 2012, Shiff Productions announced the principal cast and the start of the shoot. Filming ran through 12 October 2012. Mako was scheduled to broadcast in the second half of 2013, with a second series confirmed before the first had screened. Production of the first series totalled A$12.3 million.

Where is Mako Mermaids filmed?

The production is based at Village Roadshow Studios (VRS), where the Mako “Moon Pool” underwater scenes are filmed in the studio's water tanks. Scenes are also shot on location at Broadwater Parklands, Burleigh/Tallebudgerra, Somerset College Robina and at Sea World.

Did Mako Mermaids get Cancelled?

There is no news yet as to whether or not Mako Mermaids will be renewed for a fifth season. In fact, 'fifth season' is a bit of a misnomer — the show technically only has three seasons, but Netflix split season 2 into two parts, so the numbers read differently on Netflix compared to other places.

When was Mako Mermaids Season 2 filmed?

The second season of Mako Mermaids consists of twenty-six episodes, the first 13 episodes were released on Netflix on February 13th 2015, with the second half of the season releasing on May 29th, 2015. Netflix has called the two halves as separate seasons, two and three.

Is Mako island a real island?

Mako Island is a special island that is located approximately 50 km off the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Around Mako there are the largest population of Mako sharks and sea turtles, some of which cannot be found anywhere else on earth.

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Why did Sirena leave Mako Mermaids Season 3?

In season 3, it is confirmed that Sirena was reunited with her sister Aquata following the pod's return. At some point after this, Sirena and Aquata both temporarily left Mako and the pod to take a vacation in Hawaii to catch up after being separated for so long.

Does Moon Pool exist?

A moon pool is a feature of marine drilling platforms, drillships and diving support vessels, some marine research and underwater exploration or research vessels, and underwater habitats, in which it is also known as a wet porch.

What happened to Nixie and Lyla in Season 2?

Lyla and Nixie have left Sirena to join in a search for a new home. Out at sea, Sirena is unable to convince the mermaid council that Zac is not a threat to them. ... Evie, fearing the mermaids may harm Zac, comes to his rescue, only to be transformed into a mermaid!

Is there season 4 of H2O: Just Add Water?

The fourth season of the Australian television series H2O: Just Add Water, commenced airing in on July 4, 2016 and will consist of 26 episodes. The season continues the story of Cleo, Rikki and Bella, with the return of long-gone Emma and the addition of a new member.

Is Mako Mermaids and H2O the same?

Netflix adds exclusive: 'Mako Mermaids,' spin-off of teen series 'H2O' “Mako Mermaids,” a spin-off of the Australian teen drama “H2O: Just Add Water,” is coming exclusively to Netflix this summer. It stars Lucy Fry, left, Ivy Latimer and Amy Ruffle as a trio of mermaids charged with protecting Mako Island.

Is there a Mako Island in Australia?

Mako Island is a special island that is located approximately 50 km off the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Around Mako there are the largest population of Mako sharks and sea turtles, some of which cannot be found anywhere else on earth.

Is H2O Just Add Water filmed in Australia?

It first screened on Australia's Network Ten and runs in syndication on channels in over 120 countries and has a worldwide audience of more than 250 million. It was filmed on location at Sea World and other locations on the Gold Coast.

Is Mako Island Moon Pool real yes or no?

It is completely artificial. Until Mako Mermaids: An H2O Adventure is released, the only people affected by the Moon Pool's magic have all been female.

Does Zac destroy the moon pool?

Cam, Zac's best-friend, became extremely jealous of his abilities and wanting to be a merman, he steals the Trident from Zac in a Full Moon and plans to become a merman and to destroy the Moon Pool at the same time. Fortunately, he failed in his attempt and the Moon Pool was saved by Zac and his mermaid friends.

Why is it called Moon Pool?

30 It was named moon-pool because on calm nights the water under a rig could reflect the moonlight and give the impression of a calm swimming pool.

Is Amy ruffle in Mako Mermaids Season 4?

Amy Ruffle will be back as Sirena with Allie Bertram as Mimmi. As well as Lucy Fry as Lyla, Ivy Latimer as Nixie, Kerith Atkinson as Rita Santos, Alex Cubis (Erik), star Chai Hansen will be playing Zac Blakely, Brooke Nichole Lee (Carly), Gemma Forsyth as Evie and Isabel Durant as Ondina.

Are Aquata and Sirena sisters?

Aquata is Sirena's older sister and a member of the Mako Pod. She, along with the rest of the pod, abandoned Lyla, Sirena, and Nixie after they let a boy into the Moon Pool during a full moon.

Does cam become a merman?

Cam attempted to take over Mako and become a merman. But was stopped by Zac, Lyla, Sirena and Nixie. ... When Cam absorbed Moon Water, he developed merperson powers that began gradually loses its control. Fortunately, Mimmi and Sirena removed the water from him.

Where is the moon pool in Australia?

The Moon Pool set is one of four built on soundstages at Village Roadshow Studios on the Gold Coast.

How old is Cleo in H2O?

Born: April 19th, 1990 (Gold Coast, Australia)

Can Mako Island really turn you into a mermaid?

Background. As mentioned above, the Moon Pool has the power to turn normal people into merpeople when the Full Moon passes over. During this time, any human who jumps into the pool will be turned into a mermaid or merman, and given special individual powers.