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Tom Hanks was a relatively unknown TV actor with a sitcom as his biggest credit when relatively unknown director Ron Howard (best known for his own sitcom acting) cast him in this surprise hit. It made stars of Hanks, Daryl Hannah and John Candy and an A-list director out of Howard. Hannah is a mermaid who comes to Manhattan in search of Hanks, the guy she has twice saved from drowning. Hanks runs a business with his loveable, blowhard brother (Candy), whose goal in life is to have a letter published in Penthouse. When this perfect woman shows up, Hanks can't believe his luck and plunges into a dizzyingly romantic relationship, unaware of her sea-water secret. But the mermaid needs to soak and unfurl her tail from time to time, which leads to complications, including her capture by the government for scientific study (what else?). Hanks is winningly charming and Hannah is a perfect match in this enjoyably high-spirited comedy, though the biggest laughs belong to Candy. --Marshall Fine
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By fankhauser
Format:DVD
I remember seeing this movie AT THE MOVIES - yes I'm THAT old !!
It was showing on the television one Sunday afternoon and my daughter was entranced! She kicked and screamed up a fuss when the ads came on. She just stared and stared at Daryl Hannah (ie Madison) so I thought I'd look around to see if it was on DVD. I thought I'd find in bargain bins at local department stores but to no avail. When I saw it here on Amazon.uk and at such a cheap price, I snapped it up.
I'm very happy with the price and it was delivered in next to no time at all.
Suffice to say, this movie is my daughter's obsession! She has now developed a love of all things mermaid.
And a note to any parents - this movie is perfect for young children. There are no sex scenes, no swearing, no violence. It's just a really fun movie with some sad bits and happy bits complete with a happy ending.
A lovely film that my 3 year old daughter watches again and again and again.
It was showing on the television one Sunday afternoon and my daughter was entranced! She kicked and screamed up a fuss when the ads came on. She just stared and stared at Daryl Hannah (ie Madison) so I thought I'd look around to see if it was on DVD. I thought I'd find in bargain bins at local department stores but to no avail. When I saw it here on Amazon.uk and at such a cheap price, I snapped it up.
I'm very happy with the price and it was delivered in next to no time at all.
Suffice to say, this movie is my daughter's obsession! She has now developed a love of all things mermaid.
And a note to any parents - this movie is perfect for young children. There are no sex scenes, no swearing, no violence. It's just a really fun movie with some sad bits and happy bits complete with a happy ending.
A lovely film that my 3 year old daughter watches again and again and again.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This recent consumer burn of the classic 1984 film "splash" really is great,i saw this in a 35mm cinematic theatre back in '84,and it really brings those eighties memories rolling in,and how s*** they were.Certainly if your a tom hanks fan then you should not miss out on this.Digitally re-mastered in dolby 5.1 pro-logic,it's a must for an up scale through your a,blu-ray player b,hd dvd player or c,up scaling enabled high definition multimedia interface leaded dvd player.Daryl hannah looks good,and acts out the roll very well,all in all it is a must for any film buff.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
A story of a mermaid, sounds so tacky. But this one has you smiling all the way through it.Brilliant casting on all characters, make this a Classic Must Have in My Collection Film. Tom Hanks as a boy falls from a boat, but doesn't drown , because a young girl watches him fascinated, and rescues him. Time passes, and she is given a chance to leave her aquatic life behind ( And her tail) to persue the boy she helped years before. Learning to talk , walk, eat properly.( Watch it!)All has comedy , and sentiment by the bucket load. John Candy has a cameo performance as Hanks's Brother.And Eugene Levy ( Ghostbusters)plays a dasterdly scientist, out for fame and recognition.To prove the existence of Mermaids. Just a feel good film, and maybe leaves us all with a smile, and a wish, that 'i wish i could swim like that, and with Daryl Hannah. Enough said. 5* i love it.
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1.0 out of 5 stars
Can't play DVD
I ordered this DVD and they knew that it was coming to the UK obviously with my address they were posting to and they sent me a DVD that can only play in the US and clearly there's... Read more
Published 12 days ago by Lau
4.0 out of 5 stars
Top watch 4 all ages
Excellent film, great for all the family to watch... Gotta love Tom Hanks, excellent fast delivery & price :) Defo would recommend , looking for splash 2 on DVD now!!
Published 1 month ago by Lippymoo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good film
I rmember enjoying this as a child and watched it again with my 5 year old son who was mesmorised by it.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. M. J. West
4.0 out of 5 stars
Old film but good
Another classic film, not the best ever but a good family film. Definitely worth having Tom Hanks films in the collection. Cheesy and far fetched but very good.
Published 1 month ago by Lola
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Film
Classic film, my daughter loved it as I had hoped.. brought back a good few memories of my childhood. f
Published 1 month ago by Mands
5.0 out of 5 stars
good film
hadn`t seen this film in years just as good as i remember even the teenagers are liking it very happy with purchase
Published 2 months ago by mr s r galbraith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic 80's movie!
Classic 80's movie with Darryl Hannah and Tom Hanks. Ridiculous love story family entertainment thing, with a few laughs, and the Dad out of American Pie as the crazy bad scientist... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Buys A Lot
5.0 out of 5 stars
Funny and romantic story. Beautiful mermaid.
I watched "Splash" several times in my life. I saw it first when I was a child and still nowadays I enjoy it every time I watch it. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Eva
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great movie
The original movie for Mermaid fans .. had little girls seeking tails all over the western world. Darrly Hannah is my ideal mermaid.
Published 3 months ago by Mr. D. J. Daniels
5.0 out of 5 stars
Memories
Great film
Bought this for the grand children they loved it and took it home to watch again have not seen it since
Bought this for the grand children they loved it and took it home to watch again have not seen it since
Published 3 months ago by Mrs M S Barham
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