The Incredible Mr. Limpet

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The Incredible Mr. Limpet

Great for kids. It was a head of it's time. I would recommend it to kids and adults alike.

I believe I saw this film the first time on Frazier Thomas' Family Classics, (WGN Chicago local show broadcast on Sundays). Even though I haven't seen it since then, I've remembered until today. The idea of the weakling coming back and being successful really hit home and I felt very happy for him. I see other reviewers commenting that watching it now, just doesn't do anything for them. Well, I'm going to give it a try and see if I can get my partner to watch it with me and see what she thinks. She doesn't even know who Don Knots is, so this will be a clean test of the film's ability to appeal to an adult not clouded by rosy memories from Andy Griffith and Barney Fief.

I was born end of 1959,so I was 4 or 5 years old. I recall begging my mom to buy me a goldfish, and yes, named him Mr Limpet! Had him several years, maybe 4. Still brings a smile to my face. For the life of me, I cannot find this in DVD, or any medium. Any hints? Thanks! Steve

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

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.

I remember seeing this as a child, being totally mesmerized that Don Knotts, of Barney Fife fame, turned into a fish! It's a great movie for children, too. Such a wonderful fantasy about a meek man who just wishes he were a fish, or be enlisted in the Navy. Fortunately his wishes come true and the USA is able to win WWII! There's a couple of bloopers, too, which were fun to catch including wardrobe and hair styles. The romance and love story plots are included, so don't worry.... Overall, after all these years, it's still an enjoyable movie and quite a fantasy fairy tale. He careful what you wish for....

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!