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The Incredible Mr. Limpet
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The Incredible Mr. Limpet

1964-03-28 · 99 min · ★ 6.2

Animation · Family · Comedy · War · Fantasy

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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Directors
Arthur Lubin
Production companies
Warner Bros. Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Don KnottsDon KnottsHenry Limpet
Carole CookCarole CookBessie Limpet
Jack WestonJack WestonGeorge Stickel
Andrew DugganAndrew DugganHarlock
Larry KeatingLarry KeatingAdmiral P.P. Spewter
Oscar Beregi Jr.Oscar Beregi Jr.Nazi Admiral (as Oscar Beregi)
Charles MeredithCharles MeredithFleet Admiral
Elizabeth MacRaeElizabeth MacRaeLadyfish (voice)
Paul FreesPaul FreesCrusty (voice)
Wesley GaleMan Staring Into Window (uncredited)
Leon AltonOfficer at Fleet Admiral's Meeting (uncredited)
Phil ArnoldPhil ArnoldShort Fisherman (uncredited)
George BruggemanNazi Officer (uncredited)
Paul BuschSonar Man (uncredited)
Al CheccoAl CheccoSailor (uncredited)
Cordy ClarkGiggling Girl (uncredited)
Roydon ClarkSailor (uncredited)
Sayre DearingSayre DearingPasserby/Naval Officer at Meeting (uncredited)
George DeNormandNazi Officer (uncredited)
Dan DowlingNaval Officer at Meeting (uncredited)

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