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11 out of 15 people found the following review useful: It is one of those movies that will live on for a long time., 8 July 2004 Author: dmacmartin from Columbus, Montana
It is a simplistic movie with a kid like charm. But maybe thats its strength. With sooo many movies today exhibiting violence, murder, rape, incest, hatred, etc. when it has to do with families and kids and the studios appearing to forget about movies with a REAL warmth about them (unless it is "politically correct" warmth), i.e. - TOO MANY movies today rewrite history like the Disney animated movies of today to make sure the "harmed parties" are put in a good light and others are put in a "bad light" it is always nice to see a movie that doesn't put on any airs to be genuine.Don Knotts is a comedic genius and there are NONE like him in Hollywood today. It is sad to say that it appears Hollywood has forgotten what really entertains people, they seem to be focused upon what is sensational and appeals to the lowest form of human attention, meaning death, blood and violence and forgetting about the warmth and love of the past. For this reason this movie is a fantasy that will live forever.
10 out of 15 people found the following review useful: Limpet and his sidekick, Crusty the crabby old bachelor, 4 October 2005 Author: laminuk from United Kingdom
I loved this movie when I was a child so I bought the video for my children. They got so caught up in the movie that they found themselves cheering for Henry and Crusty while they dodged the "torpedees" (as Crusty called them).However, they weren't impressed with Mrs Limpet (the human). They thought she was too mean spirited for poor Henry. Early in the movie my daughter said she didn't blame Henry for wishing to be a fish. Anyone would with a wife like that! As most good films have a good versus evil slant in the plot, this film also does in a sense. I don't mean the obvious Democracy vs Nazi fight, but the good, kind Henry vs the sneering, lecherous Stickle. As children's movies should be, it is toned down, but you still get an immediate sense of sympathy for Henry while secretly wishing Stickle would get his head stuck in a "torpedee" tube! All in all, a terrific film and one of my favourites!
9 out of 14 people found the following review useful: I would highly recommend this film for children., 25 February 2006 Author: mark-1610 from United States
I saw this movie when I was a child, maybe 3 or 4 years old. It made such a big impression on me that I have thought about it off and on for my entire adult life, but couldn't remember the movie's name. For Christmas this year, out of the blue, my mother gave me the DVD as a present. She told me that she knew I would like it because it affected me so much. This movie made me cry even as an adult.I would highly recommend that children see this movie, at any age. It has a strong message about believing in one's self and one's abilities.Don Knotts was a very gifted actor, and now that he has passed away, I think people should reflect on his career and his genius.
9 out of 14 people found the following review useful: a wish come true!, 22 January 2004 Author: Eileen McHenry from Matango Island West
This film holds universal appeal for people who dream of one day turning into fish. Henry Limpet is one of these people, and the dream comes true suddenly when he falls off the pier at Coney Island. From this point Henry finds his destiny, finding true love and working for the US Navy to help defeat the Nazis. Sort of a piscatorial Walter Mitty tale, with a very happy ending. Recommended also because it affords viewers the once-in-a-lifetime chance to see Don Knotts serenading a goldfish.
9 out of 15 people found the following review useful: Incredible Mixture of Real-life and Animation, 14 December 2000 Author: fbta from Hometown China Grove
All right, so it isn't Roger Rabbit. We have to remember that this movie was made in 1964. That's over thirty-five years ago! That they were able to create such a mixture of life action and animation at that time is amazing.This movie, with the exception of the Wizard of Oz, was my childhood favorite. Don Knotts was such a good actor. I loved his work as Barney Fife, and to see him transformed into an animated fish was really neat.For years, I wanted to get this movie on video, but, for the longest time, was unable to find it. I am very happy that it has been shown on television several times in recent years.It's a classic.
5 out of 8 people found the following review useful: A Fish Story that refuses to become outdated., 26 February 2006 Author: denscul from virginia
There are not many movies that I can watch and enjoy with my grand kids, but this is one of them. This movie uses Knotts's voice, which was his greatest gift, to portray a fish who becomes a hero that Henry Limpet (classified 4f), could not be in real life. This movie is funny because it has the Navy recognizing a fish for a decoration and pay for his widow. The go between is Jack Weston, who plays the "other man" between Limpet and his wife. Weston seems more interested in Limpet's wife, while Limpet is more interested in fish. It's this gloss-over that makes it possible to watch the movie with youngsters without too many questions being asked. The ability to write scripts and make movies that can appeal to different levels at the same time seems to be lacking in today's movies.Also found in this movie, and lacking in many current movies, is the obvious desire of Limpet to do his part in facing the enemy of the time. The movie is a flash back to WWII when the Nazi sub force was decimating Allied shipping, even before war was declared. The US Navy had to have loved this movie for helping with its recruiting, and they had to laugh at some of the "career boosters" for those involved in using a fish to fight subs.Contrary to some previous posts, this movie does have enemies and victims. The Limpet and the Navy blew up a lot of ships. The nice thing about WWII was that our enemies were more clearly defined.
6 out of 11 people found the following review useful: One Of My All Time Favorites..., 25 February 2006 Author: (llmoniz@yahoo.com) from Hayward, California USA
The Incredible Mr. Limpet has always been a long time favorite movie of mine, the first movie I remember as a child.From start to finish, the message of this movie, the music, and the superb comedy of Don Knotts makes this such a treat to watch.The innovative use of live action and animation still holds up great today.I just found out that Don Knotts passed away last night. I will forever miss him, and always remember him for his wonderful portrayal as Henry Limpet.Go get this movie on DVD, you will not be disappointed.Rest in Peace Don Knotts.Larry Lee Moniz
"Das Limpet!", 29 November 2009 Author: moonspinner55 from redlands, ca
WWII-era bookkeeper--hopelessly near-sighted and strictly 4-F with the Navy--changes into a fish and aids the U.S. battleships in an attack against Nazi subs. Though it takes forever to get going, this is a harmless, mindless, partly-animated diversion for children. Probably the most popular of the Don Knotts vehicles of the 1960s, and indisputably the best-produced of the lot; however, with Limpet an underwater success as a military 'secret weapon', his insistence on gaining recognition, compensation, and a Lieutenant's ranking for his work coats the product with an unattractive cynicism. The animation is better than it had to be, though the interiors are over lit and most of the performances are phoned-in. ** from ****
5 out of 10 people found the following review useful: Fantastic Movie!, 29 August 2001 Author: skakim from Lanham, MD, USA
I have loved this movie since I was small (I was 4 when it came out). For many years it seemed like it was hardly played on TV, so when I FINALLY found it on video a few years ago, I snatched it up. It has been nice to share my wonder with the movie with my daughter, and since I bought my copy, I've seen it on TV quite a few times.
0 out of 1 people found the following review useful: Harmless and silly fantasy..., 3 July 2009 Author: dwpollar from Bothell, Washington
1st watched 6/28/2009 - 4 out of 10 (Dir-Arthur Lubin): Harmless and silly fantasy about a man who turns into a fish and accomplishes more in this state than as a human. Don Knotts, plays Mr. Limpet -- the weakly accountant who pays more attention to his fishtank than anything else in life, including his wife, and dreams of becoming a fish. On a trip to Coney Island, he falls into the water and magically becomes one through the power of animation -- with glasses and all!! As a human he wanted to be in the navy but couldn't because of his health, so as a fish he uses his ability to see Nazi subs underwater and his loud sonar-like acquired voice to help the U.S. military. Kind of fishy, huh?? Well, anyway the navy uses his services and along with silly songs and OK animation we get another fish out of water tale,, ha!! ha!! But seriously, this is a likable enough story but Knott's comic abilities are not used and the story is pretty silly even for kids. Nice attempt, but just falls short.
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