Hello Down There
“A combo of scuba dupes rock up a storm in a mad pad under the surf!”
Synopsis
Given the chance to live in a simulated underwater home for a month, a scientist convinces his family to take advantage of the offer. Once the family agrees to move in, underwater mayhem occurs!
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Tony Randall
Fred Miller
Janet Leigh
Vivian Miller
Ken Berry
Mel Cheever
Roddy McDowall
Nate Ashbury
Charlotte Rae
Myrtle Ruth
Richard Dreyfuss
Harold Webster
Jim Backus
T.R. Hollister
Kay Cole
Lorrie Miller
Lou Wagner
Marvin Webster
Gary Tigerman
Tommie Miller
Arnold Stang
Jonah
Bruce Gordon
Adm. Sheridan
Lee Meredith
Dr. Wells
Harvey Lembeck
Sonarman
Frank Schuller
Alan Briggs
Henny Backus
Mrs. Webster
Bud Hoey
Mr. Webster
Pat Henning
Reilly
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 25, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Arnold
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Telford, John McGreevey, Art Arthur, Ivan Tors
- Original Score
- Jeff Barry
- Original Title
- Hello Down There
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Ivan Tors Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Arnold
Frank Telford, John McGreevey, Art Arthur, Ivan Tors
Jeff Barry
Clifford H. Poland Jr., Lamar Boren
Erwin Dumbrille
Ivan Tors, George Sherman
Department Leadership Roster
Ivan Tors
Producer
George Sherman
Producer
Jack Arnold
Director
Frank Telford
Writer
John McGreevey
Writer
Jeff Barry
Original Music Composer
Clifford H. Poland Jr.
Director of Photography
Erwin Dumbrille
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Hello Down There
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hello Down There about?
Given the chance to live in a simulated underwater home for a month, a scientist convinces his family to take advantage of the offer. Once the family agrees to move in, underwater mayhem occurs!
Who directed Hello Down There?
Hello Down There was directed by Jack Arnold.
Who stars in Hello Down There?
The principal cast of Hello Down There includes Tony Randall, Janet Leigh, Ken Berry, Roddy McDowall, Charlotte Rae.
When was Hello Down There released and how long is it?
Hello Down There was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Hello Down There?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hello Down There was composed by Jeff Barry.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hello Down There?
Hello Down There holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).