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Help! I'm a Fish
2000·Movie
·1h 20min·
Help! I'm a Fish fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline5
- Tension5
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wonder6
- Coming of Age5
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Absurdist Humor4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Fantasy
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
- Intrigue6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
- Music Centrality6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Help! I'm a Fish is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowHopeful
Emotionally, it's hopeful.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
A potion put them in the ocean
Three children are accidentally transformed into fish after consuming a potion made by an eccentric scientist. The kids end up in the sea, with one problem: they must find and drink the antidote within 48 hours, or forever remain as fish.
Animated AdventureChildren's FilmFantasyUndersea AdventureFriendshipTransformationWhimsicalNostalgic
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Questions about Help! I'm a Fish
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Help! I'm a Fish worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Help! I'm a Fish?
1 h 20 min
Help! I'm a Fish runs 1 h 20 min.
Was Help! I'm a Fish a box office hit?
Budget$18 million
Box office$6 million
No. It cost about $18 million to make and earned $6 million worldwide, 31% of its budget.
What language is Help! I'm a Fish in?
DanishFrenchSpanishLatin
It was made in Danish, with some French, Spanish, Latin. Produced in Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Help! I'm a Fish?
12
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Help! I'm a Fish in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Help! I'm a Fish use?
Personality SwapThe DragonThreatening SharkVillain SongMass "Oh, Crap!"Tom the Dark LordPunctuated! For! Emphasis!2D Visuals, 3D EffectsChekhov's GunBody HorrorSuper Not-Drowning SkillsSuper Drowning Skillsand 92 more
TV Tropes lists 104 storytelling tropes for Help! I'm a Fish, including Personality Swap, The Dragon, Threatening Shark.