The Water Babies
“Catch a Wave to a World Full of Wonder!”
Synopsis
Grimes, an amoral chimney sweep, occasionally likes to steal valuables from his clients. One day, on the verge of being caught, he frames his young apprentice, Tom, for the crime. Tom runs away and jumps into a river where, instead of drowning, he finds himself transformed into a mystical aquatic creature. Swimming and breathing effortlessly, he discovers a colorful underwater world replete with creatures both cruel and kind.
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The Water Babies 1978 TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-03-24
Top Cast
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James Mason
Mr. Grimes / Voice of Killer Shark
Bernard Cribbins
Mr. Masterman / Voice of Eel
Billie Whitelaw
Mrs. Doasyouwouldbedoneby / Old Crone / Mrs. Tripp / Woman in Black / Water Babies 'Gate Keeper'
Tommy Pender
Tom
Samantha Gates
Elly
Joan Greenwood
Lady Harriet
David Tomlinson
Sir John / Voice of Polar Bear
Jon Pertwee
Salmon
David Jason
(voice)
Una Stubbs
(voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 15, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lionel Jeffries
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Robson, Charles Kingsley
- Original Title
- The Water Babies
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Poland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lionel Jeffries
Michael Robson, Charles Kingsley
Edward Scaife
Peter Weatherley
Peter Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
Lionel Jeffries
Director
Michael Robson
Writer
Peter Shaw
Producer
Peter Weatherley
Editor
Edward Scaife
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Water Babies
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What is The Water Babies about?
Grimes, an amoral chimney sweep, occasionally likes to steal valuables from his clients. One day, on the verge of being caught, he frames his young apprentice, Tom, for the crime. Tom runs away and jumps into a river where, instead of drowning, he finds himself transformed into a mystical aquatic creature. Swimming and breathing effortlessly, he discovers a colorful underwater world replete with creatures both cruel and kind.
Who directed The Water Babies?
The Water Babies was directed by Lionel Jeffries.
Who stars in The Water Babies?
The principal cast of The Water Babies includes James Mason, Bernard Cribbins, Billie Whitelaw, Tommy Pender, Samantha Gates.
When was The Water Babies released and how long is it?
The Water Babies was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Is The Water Babies based on a book or true story?
The Water Babies is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Charles Kingsley".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Water Babies?
The Water Babies holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).