The Incredible Mr. Limpet

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Ever wonder what would happen if the imaginary worlds of Bedknobs and Broomsticks and SpongeBob SquarePants were to collide? If so, chances are good you've yet to discover The Incredible Mr. Limpet. Starring the irrepressible Don Knotts, this 1964 family feature combines live (land) action and animated (undersea) sequences with delightful results. During World War II, Knotts is mild-mannered, spectacle-sporting bookkeeper Henry Limpet. More than anything--he's a fish fan and a patriot. When the navy rejects him due to poor eyesight, he falls into a funk from which not even his beloved aquarium or loving--if bossy--wife can rescue him. So he makes a wish... to become a fish. Next thing he knows--he is! With a little help from a hermit crab named Crusty and the lovely Ladyfish, it's as a talking, bespectacled fish that Limpet proves himself the war hero he always knew he was meant to be. --Kathleen C. Fennessy

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Hailed as one of the greatest films of all time, The Incredible Mr. Limpet is a story about the wonders of imagination and the triumph of the spirit. Live-action and 2-D animation combine to tell the story of a man who longs to be a fish after he is classified by the Navy as an F4 - "too small and too weak to be a soldier." When his dream of being a fish becomes a reality, Henry uses his underwater prowess to become the Navy's strongest secret weapon.

Customer Reviews:

The Incredible Mr. Limpet.......2007-09-03

A memorable film for all the ages, had a lasting impact when a man turned into a fish, even my nephew aged 6 loved it, enjoying the way a fish saved the day. Don Knotts has a way of making one feel like a kid again.

The incredible Mr Limpet.......2007-08-25

The quality of this DVD was excellent. I do enjoy the older movies. They bring a little of my childhood back to me. I would recommend this movie to all ages.

Mr. Limpet.......2007-07-30

I loved this movie as a kid and when I needed another fish/ocean themed movie for a kid's (8-10 year olds) summer camp, I thought of this one (along with Finding Nemo, Little Mermaid, Shark Tales) and was happy to find it was available. Bigger than that surprise was the kid's reaction to the movie - almost nonstop laughing. So after all these years, the story still delights kids.

WHO COULD FORGET THAT SOUND! CLASSIC KNOTTS!.......2007-07-25

A Don Knotts Classic! A mix of live action and cartoon,this film brings back memories! The sound effect used in the movie to represent Mr. Limpet's unique vocal ability is unforgettable. Mr. Limpet saves the day in this mild war action comedy. The DVD transfer looks very good.

what a fish tail !.......2007-06-12

Saw it when i was young loved it .... watched it as an adult and loved it just as much ! This is a must see for all ages.

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory/The Incredible Mr. Limpet

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Willy Wonka and Mr Limpet

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory/The Incredible Mr. Limpet
Starring: Gene Wilder , Jack Albertson , Peter Ostrum , Roy Kinnear , and Julie Dawn Cole
Director: Mel Stuart , and Arthur Lubin
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B0000E6FRF
Release Date: 2003-11-18

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Willy Wonka and Mr Limpet.......2007-04-11

Awesome pair of movies..well remembered from my childhood and still own them today! The remake of Willy Wonka was too weird for my taste!

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The Incredible Mr. Limpet (Mini DVD)
Starring: Oscar Beregi , Carole Cook , Andrew Duggan , Larry Keating , and Don Knotts
Director: Arthur Lubin
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B0008KLW8Q
Release Date: 2005-04-26

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