The Incredible Mr. Limpet
“GLUB! The face that launched a thousand torpedoes!”
Synopsis
Milquetoast Henry Limpet experiences his fondest wish and is transformed into a fish. As a talking fish he assists the US Navy in hunting German submarines during World War II.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-08-18
Top Cast
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Don Knotts
Henry Limpet
Carole Cook
Bessie Limpet
Jack Weston
George Stickel
Andrew Duggan
Harlock
Larry Keating
Admiral P.P. Spewter
Oscar Beregi Jr.
Nazi Admiral (as Oscar Beregi)
Charles Meredith
Fleet Admiral
Elizabeth MacRae
Ladyfish (voice)
Paul Frees
Crusty (voice)
Wesley Gale
Man Staring Into Window (uncredited)
Leon Alton
Officer at Fleet Admiral's Meeting (uncredited)
Phil Arnold
Short Fisherman (uncredited)
George Bruggeman
Nazi Officer (uncredited)
Paul Busch
Sonar Man (uncredited)
Al Checco
Sailor (uncredited)
Cordy Clark
Giggling Girl (uncredited)
Roydon Clark
Sailor (uncredited)
Sayre Dearing
Passerby/Naval Officer at Meeting (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Weeki Wachee Springs, Florida
Festival / Special Debut
March 28, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Lubin
- Screenplay & Story
- Jameson Brewer, John C. Rose
- Original Score
- Frank Perkins
- Original Title
- The Incredible Mr. Limpet
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Galician, German
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Lubin
Jameson Brewer, John C. Rose, Joe DiMona, Theodore Pratt, John W. Dunn
Frank Perkins
Harold E. Stine
Donald Tait
John C. Rose
Department Leadership Roster
Jameson Brewer
Screenplay
John C. Rose
Screenplay
Arthur Lubin
Director
John C. Rose
Producer
Harold E. Stine
Director of Photography
Donald Tait
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Incredible Mr. Limpet
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What is The Incredible Mr. Limpet about?
Milquetoast Henry Limpet experiences his fondest wish and is transformed into a fish. As a talking fish he assists the US Navy in hunting German submarines during World War II.
Who directed The Incredible Mr. Limpet?
The Incredible Mr. Limpet was directed by Arthur Lubin.
Who stars in The Incredible Mr. Limpet?
The principal cast of The Incredible Mr. Limpet includes Don Knotts, Carole Cook, Jack Weston, Andrew Duggan, Larry Keating.
When was The Incredible Mr. Limpet released and how long is it?
The Incredible Mr. Limpet was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Incredible Mr. Limpet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Incredible Mr. Limpet was composed by Frank Perkins.
Is The Incredible Mr. Limpet based on a book or true story?
The Incredible Mr. Limpet is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Theodore Pratt".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Incredible Mr. Limpet?
The Incredible Mr. Limpet holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).