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Help! I'm a Fish
2000·Movie
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Striking style.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Uplifting and wondrous
Much of it is about family.
- Hopefulness9
- Family Dynamics7
- Wonder7
Humor
Some slapstick and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Absurdist Humor5
- Situational Comedy4
World
Fantasy and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Help! I'm a Fish is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumUplifting and wondrous
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's uplifting and wondrous. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy and family
Its world is built around fantasy and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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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 Family AdventureChildren-Turned-FishUnderwater WorldWhimsical and FunCGI AnimationDanish FilmMagical TransformationTeamwork and Friendship
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Questions about Help! I'm a Fish
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Is Help! I'm a Fish worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (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?
DanishSpanishFrenchLatin
It was made in Danish, with some Spanish, French, 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.