Flipper

Starring:Chuck Connors, Luke Halpin, Connie Scott, Jane Rose, Joe Higgins, Robertson White, George Applewhite, Kathleen Maguire, Flipper
Director: James B. Clark
Studio: Warner Home Video
Product Type: DVD

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Those fond old memories
Great Show
A wonderful DVD set
flipper season one i like it a lot
Love this show

Flipper - The Original Series, Season 1
Starring: Flipper
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ASIN: B00000F61N
Release Date: 2007-04-24

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A 1964 television spin-off from the 1963 movie Flipper, Flipper--Season One is an adventure series that features extensive underwater photography and intriguing story lines involving a widowed park ranger, his two sons, and a clever dolphin named Flipper. This first season of Flipper finds brothers Sandy (Luke Halpin) and Bud (Tommy Norden), their father Park Ranger Porter Ricks (Brian Kelly), and their dolphin Flipper posted at the Coral Key Park and Marine Preserve where they're charged with upholding the law and responding to a variety of predicaments ranging from divers injured by shark attacks, to protecting visitors from incoming hurricanes, rescuing zoo animals from a sinking ship, and fighting congressional battles for continued funding to ensure the very existence of their marine preserve. While Bud's and Sandy's impulsiveness sometimes get them into trouble, the boys and their father can be counted upon to remain clear-headed in times of crisis. More often than not, though, it's Flipper who fulfills the most crucial role in any given rescue attempt. Guest stars are numerous and include Andy Devine, Margaret Hayes, Dan Chandler, and Ric Applewhite. The underwater photography of marine life was cutting-edge in 1964 and holds up well to this day, providing a fascinating look at trained and instinctive dolphin behavior and marine ecosystems and, while some of the story lines may seem a bit dated to today's audiences, the bigger issues like marine preservation and doing what is right still ring true. Childhood adventure, peril, and suspense pervade each of the 30 half-hour episodes in this first season. Flipper--Season One promises to leave adults born in the nineteen-fifties and nineteen-sixties reminiscing fondly about their own childhoods and humming the Flipper theme song--what's more, their children (and perhaps grandchildren) will enjoy the program right alongside them and are more than likely to join in wholeheartedly on the refrain "Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning. . . ." (Ages 5 and older) --Tami Horiuchi

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They call him Flipper, Flipper, King of the Sea… Now for the first time, he's on DVD! Plunge into an undersea world of fun and excitement with Flipper and his pals Bud and Sandy Ricks, and their dad Porter, the chief ranger at Florida's Coral Key Park. Bring home this aquatic adventure, and relive a classic splash from the past with this family favorite!

Customer Reviews:

Those fond old memories.......2007-06-29

Flipper Season 1 kindles those fond old memories of childhood. It is rare today that quality stories are shared in an all family atmosphere.
The behavior of all of the characters set standards that would be wonderful goals for todays youth. Even my grandchildren love the stories and choose them over recent releases! Refreshing that todays youth can be reached and influenced without belching contests (Nick on Nickelodian),
brats that make fun of an overweight girl (Zac & Cody on Suite Life), and
cursing, rude animated characters. I think marketers/producers don't spend enough energy on "good" kids, and understand the negative impact that their choices have on children. (or probably don't care).

I, for one, will vote for quality with my dollars as I'm sure many other baby boomers will do also. Flipper wouldn't swim in a gutter and neither should we!!!

(I can't wait for Season 2 & 3.)

Flipper's Pal

Great Show.......2007-06-22

I loved this series when I was a kid. The movie "Flipper" is one of my earliest movie theater memories. I only saw the TV show in B&W because my parents didn't spring for a color TV until 1978. It's a treat to see this show in color on these DVDs.

I am really happy that these two-sided DVDs seem to be much higher quality than some previous TV series DVDs. Also, they released a whole season rather than a half. The increasing trend of releasing half-seasons is deplorable.

This is quality family entertainment that has held up well over the decades.

A wonderful DVD set.......2007-06-19

I was raised on the Flipper series as a boy. It's excellent family entertainment that teaches family values and helping one another. It's also just plain fun to watch. As a 50-something adult, I'm now watching it with my 9 yr. old and he's equally mesmerized by the shows. My only fear is pretty soon, we're going to have watched Series 1 and there's no second series release in sight as far as I can tell. I never realized that "Bud" had an Eastern accent as a child and that Sandy dyed his hair and found that amusing. This series, when watched as a child gave me imagination to discover waterways as an early boater. Now, I'm watching the series and taking my son out on the lakes and finding islands, fishing and exploring. It's a wonderful series that I highly recommend.

flipper season one i like it a lot.......2007-06-17

i like it a lot season one i am a verry big fan of flipper and enjoyed watching it a lot. any idia when season 2 or 3 may be out on dvd please laet me know if any one hears some thing

bruce
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Love this show.......2007-06-15

Great shows, I remember these from growing up. This show we would watch every Saturday evening before our evening meal. Then I wanted our daughter to watch it, she even enjoys watching them now.

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This chemistry just didn't work for me.
4 year olds love it!
Flipper Movie
I MIGHT Get It For Christmas.
Flippin good! A splash of fun!

Flipper
Starring: Elijah Wood , Paul Hogan , Jonathan Banks , Robert Deacon , and Ann Carey
Director: Alan Shapiro
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
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Release Date: 2004-01-20

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The 1963 film that inspired a popular television series about a chatty, lovable dolphin gets a sunny makeover in this 1996 update. Elijah Wood plays Sandy, a bleak adolescent from Chicago struggling with the recent divorce of his parents and wanting only to immerse himself in familiar comforts. Instead, Sandy is sent to Coral Key, an island off Australia, to spend a summer with his Uncle Porter (Paul Hogan), a benevolent old fisherman. The sights and pleasures of the island, including a pretty neighbor named Kim (Jessica Wesson), aren't enough to shake off Sandy's gloomy outlook. But when he meets Flipper while boating with Porter, his morale improves considerably, then gets another boost when Flipper develops a loyal attachment to him. A subplot about a crooked charter-boat company dumping toxic waste off the coast feels like a necessary evil, just to give the screenwriter something to do. Other than that, the film is quite fun and charming, and Hogan is a pleasure to see with his cracker-barrel wisdom. Great fun all around for ages 6 and up. --Tom Keogh

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This chemistry just didn't work for me........2007-06-08

Yes, I was alive when I saw the original movie that lead to the TV series starring Luke Halpin and Tommy Norden. I bought this film simply because I have loved Paul Hogan's work and adore Elijah Wood. So I took a chance.

In merit to this film and its premise, this film takes off a more disfunctional family approach to the Rick's family. Elijah Wood, playing Sandy, is sent to stay with Ranger Ricks for one summer, simply because Sandy's mother can not take care of him for the summer, while paying Ricks $100 a week to take care of the boy. I don't know who can get by on $100 a week, even when this film was made, but I guess that's obvious when you see the conditions Ricks lives in. Quite a far cry from the clean environment and ethics taught in the old 1965 tv series. Since this film is drawing from the original characters created from the 1965 series, it makes sense to make a rough comparison. This film in other words can not just be judged for its own merits with this draw in mind.

There is no sign of Bud in this film or hint to a sequel that might introduce him and frankly, it was the relationship between Flipper and Bud that made the old 1960's tv series work so well.

The character development in this needed allot of work, not to mention somekind of decent story line. In the opening, Sandy and Porter Ricks seem distant from each other and don't really seem that much closer by the time it all reaches the end of the film.

Flipper appears into this half hazardly via Sandy witnessing some fishermen killing Flipper's mother and for some reason Flipper is drawn to Sandy after roaming the oceans with no pod or family. How he finds Sandy isn't clear either when there is no earthly way a dolphin, as intelligent as Flipper, could have known where Sandy lived.

I liked that Flipper tracked Sandy down in his lonliness, but it would have made more sense if Sandy had tried to rescue Flipper from the gunman who shot Flipper's mother which caused this bonding to take place, while leaving a clue for the dolphin to find Sandy. You really have no idea why flipper is drawn to Sandy, other than the fact that Flipper gets lonily in need of a family and magically tracks him down.

The dolphin in this movie is cute; that goes without saying. Makes me think of the mechanical dolphin named Darwin they used in SeaQuest.

I think this film would have had allot more going for it, if they had simply worked to create somekind of story that brings Ricks, Sandy and Flipper together via stuggle and need for each other. It seems the story was trying to do that along the way, but kept missing.

Frankly, this story really does not go anywhere and that's ashame. Otherwise I think the chemistry between Paul Hogan as an actor and Elijah Wood as an actor could have really worked in this film. They both are excellent actors when it comes down to it. It just seems the whole thing was slapped together with the idea in mind; "This will sell, everyone loves Flipper", but we also like a good story or it doesn't work.

Also, as long as the character "Sandy" was going to be used in this remake, it makes no sense to take away Bud from the family profile given this film is drawing from the original work of the original film and tv series of the 1960's.

Cinematography wise this film is done well, but I can see why it would have been hard to even make a sequel with this, simply because the story really goes no where or at least in a direction that might even suggest a sequel.

I felt very lost at the end when Sandy goes home at summer's end to be with his mom. He's allowed to come back next summer to visit Porter Ricks, but the whole thing just comes apart with this type of ending when you consider the original premise of the Rick's family and that they were a family. You don't see that happening here, even though the writer is drawing from the old 1960's series. Too bad.

Hate to give anything a 2 rating. Can't imagine how anyone could have blown it with something as delightful as Flipper, but this one really isn't worth your money. It's more a rental film or something to pass your time when nothing else is on tv to watch.

4 year olds love it!.......2006-10-25

My four year old daughter is in love with this film. We rented it from the library and she asked to "own" it so I ordered her one for a Christmas present. Yes a dolphin does get shot in the beginning but you don't actually see the animal get hit, (an older child would be able to put it together)but a hammerhead shark does eat a seagull and there is blood involved. But otherwise this is a fun, lighthearted movie.

Flipper Movie.......2006-03-09

My 4 year old son loves this movie, he watches it over and over...the hammerhead shark makes him a little nervous, but the dolphins beat up the shark, and he loves that part...

I MIGHT Get It For Christmas........2005-07-31

I love Elijah Wood, and I know that this would make a great part of my movie lair of his films. I already do have Lord Of The Rings, Oliver Twist and Forever Young. I added this to my Christmas wish list, so I might get it. You never know.

Flippin good! A splash of fun!.......2004-12-07

I really enjoyed this movie! It's very cute and quite funny in places, has decent acting and of course the dolphin is simply delightful!

Sandy (played by a tender Elijah Wood) is a rebellious teenager from Chicago who is sent to stay with his Uncle (aussie Paul Hogan) over the summer. Thinking there will be NOTHING to do accept fish on a crummy boat for 8 weeks, Sandy finds pleasure out of being difficult and objective. However things take a turn when he saves the life of a friendly and intelligent dolphin, who later on becomes known as Flipper and the two soon develop a strong friendship.

Being an Australian, it was great to see an old classic in this movie to bring a little something extra. Elijah Wood did a wonderful job i thought! Best known for his portrayal as Frodo in the "lord of the rings" Wood shows real profession at such a young age.

And i wont finish without mentioning the beautiful dolphin! Those animals are such a joy to watch because you can really sense that they are smiling! He was simply beautiful! Children are going to love the several sequences in which Flipper dives and plays in the water. Beautiful cinematography!

So in conclusion, "Flipper" is just wonderfully light and fun escape from heavier films and the other destractions of life. It'll make you wanna jump in the pool and you will laugh in several places. Good acting and gorgeous animal interaction work together to make this sweet tale of friendship a pleasure to watch over again!

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#1 Flipper Fan

Flipper / Flipper's New Adventure
Starring: Chuck Connors , Luke Halpin , Connie Scott , Jane Rose , and Joe Higgins
Director: James B. Clark , and Leon Benson
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ASIN: B000BPL2G0
Release Date: 2006-01-31

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The dolphin named Flipper swam into the world's awareness in this 1963 film about 12-year-old Sandy (Luke Halpin, a star in the 1964-'68 Flipper TV series) and the sea mammal he rescues and befriends. Chuck Connors (TV's The Rifleman) also stars in the two-fins-up tale that includes the fierce landfall of Hurricane Hazel. Halpin returns as Sandy in Flipper's New Adventure, setting out with his finned friend to find a new home after the boy hears plans to place the dolphin in the Miami Seaquarium. Their risky trek takes them to a remote isle and sets the stage for a heroic rescue of a castaway family. Adventure ahoy!

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#1 Flipper Fan.......2007-05-08

Flipper's movies and the tv series are also my favorites. The dolphin and the boy are so loving with each other. It is well cast and just such a heart warming story.

Flipper is so dear and will make you smile when he communicates. The father in the first movie is the Rifleman.....SO HANDSOME!!! You'll want to jump into the screen and kiss him!

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Great family sunday night popcorn film.
GrandKids loved it
Flipper DVD
FLIPPER-1963
Basic family fare...

Flipper
Starring: Chuck Connors , Luke Halpin , Connie Scott , Jane Rose , and Joe Higgins
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Release Date: 2004-08-24

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Great family sunday night popcorn film........2007-02-10

Good clean fun. Hollywood has lost the art of film making over the last 40 years. This is an excellent step back in time for film buffs. A great and entertaining film for the whole family. The kids will go to sleep at night dreaming of sunny beaches and friendly animals after watching this, instead of wondering who will survive on "Survivor", or who's going to bomb what on "24". If your wondering what your kids should be watching it is this movie.

GrandKids loved it.......2006-08-28

I had purchased this for my granddaughter who loves dolphins. I remember watching it with my children 30 years ago. All three of my grandchildren loved it as well as the other two I had purchased.

Flipper DVD.......2004-10-30

The color was really good on this DVD, and the picture clear. Having grown up in south Florida, I can remember playing in many areas much like you see (except for maybe the scenes filmed in the bahamas). It's a good clean movie, with action and outdoor adventure. Now maybe they will release Gentle Ben on DVD?

FLIPPER-1963.......2003-12-09

Flipper 1963 is a good family film, but i dont like the chorus of what sounds like little childrens voices singing everyone loves the king of the sea, ever so kind and gentle is he, okay for a family film but it sounds like something that would make people think flipper is sappy and inspire put down jokes. One person said flipper is just a rehash of lassie, in some stories like the Ditching, where you hear go for help flipper were counting on you, youre our only hope but youll find stories like shark hunt or even flippers hour of peril quite different from lassie and the wolf cub. Flipper went more for adventure than the tearducts

Basic family fare..........2003-04-27

The original Flipper movie is simple, and unpretentious tale that tickles the heartstrings. The story line is uncomplicated, with touches that keep it grounded in reality.

Chuck Connors, best known for playing Lucas McCain on "The Rifleman" TV program, is once again cast as a strong father figure. Here he is Porter Ricks, a fisherman trying to eek out a living, and support his wife (Kathleen Maguire) and young son Sandy (Luke Halpin). Life is very hard, as after surviving a hurricane, Porter must leave his family to repair his boat damaged in the storm.

While his father is away, Sandy is exploring the sea with some friends. A dolphin (Flipper), is shot with a spear by another boy in the party. The shooter is himself injured, and is taken away for medical attention. Sandy returns to the scene, with shotgun in hand, prepared to put the injured dolphin out of it's misery. Of course that can't happen, and Sandy brings the injured dolphin home.

Flipper's recovery is a most miraculous one, but the real story deals with the relationship between father and son, and the growth of the young man. Sandy is a good kid, but not syrupy sweet. Ricks loves his son, but is determined to have him face the realities of life. Thanks to Flipper, both father and son learn some valuable lessons in life.

Customer Reviews:

Review of Flipper's New Adventure.......2007-01-12

I purchased this dvd for my grandson and he loves it. It came in perfect
condition and has entertained him for hours.

gives new meaning to the word "worthless".......2005-10-12

none of the so-called actors in this movie could act if their lives depended on it. the plot is stupid, the characters are dumb, the British accents are totally fake; this is one of those cheesy movies that you get just to laugh at. basically what happens is this kid has a dolphin, finds out it's being sent to an aquarium, and runs away to an island. then a british family's boat is hijaked by some bad guys, and the mother and two daughters are kicked off (the dad stays to drive the boat). the dolphin guides them to the island, and the boy has to keep himself secret from them. he ends up meeting one of the girls. the scene can't get any lamer - they crash into each othe because they are each carrying something and looking down so hard i thought their chins were glued to their chests. couldn't the director have been a little more creative? anyway, the bad guys end up coming back and the dolphin has to save the day. the end. stupid movie. my brother and i were making fun of it for like a month after we saw it.

If you ever liked the TV series, get this movie!.......2001-09-03

Flipper the TV series was made before my time, but I grew up watching reruns of the classic series. As long as I live, Flipper will always be one of my favorite TV series of all time. Just like the TV series, the famous dolphin named Flipper is here in "Flipper's New Adventure" making rescues, helping people, and just being the good old talented Flipper that performs amazing exploits in the water.

In this movie, Brian Kelly makes his debut as Porter Ricks, Luke Halpin plays as Sandy, and Flipper is played by...Flipper. In "Flipper's New Adventure," (yep, it's a full-length movie), Flipper and Sandy use an island as a hideaway and they both later get tangled up in a kidnapping exploit. If you're familiar with the TV series, then you'll pretty much know what to expect from this movie. Unlike the Leonard Maltin review says, this movie is not just for kids, it's for anybody who has ever liked the TV series, or for anyone who likes good movies. I recommend it all the way!

Flipper rocks.......2000-12-16

This is Brian Kelly's debue as Porter Ricks. There is incredible underwater photography and great dolphin tricks. Brian Kelly went on to be the Executive Producer of Bladerunner.

Family Favorites 4 Movie Collection (The Little Rascals / Casper / Flipper / Leave it to Beaver)

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Family Favorites 4 Movie Collection
Kind of disapointed...in my case

Family Favorites 4 Movie Collection (The Little Rascals / Casper / Flipper / Leave it to Beaver)
Starring: Chauncey Leopardi , Spencer Vrooman , Malachi Pearson , Cathy Moriarty , and Eric Idle
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Get ready for hours of family fun! Perfect for movie fans of all ages, the Family Favorites 4-Movie Collection includes four feature-length, live-action films based on the original beloved television series. Join Alfalfa, Spanky, Buckwheat and all the rest of The Little Rascals as they romp from one adventure to another; take flight with Casper the friendly but lonely ghost; dive into a wild and wet world of fun with Flipper; and look out for trouble with Beaver and the rest of the Cleaver gang in Leave It To Beaver. Available together on DVD for the first time, the Family Favorites 4-Movie Collection is a must-have addition to every family's DVD library!

Customer Reviews:

Family Favorites 4 Movie Collection.......2007-05-30

I am very pleased and it was in great condition and I received it faster than expected. Thank you.

Kind of disapointed...in my case.......2007-05-14

The selection is great. I only had one problem: it should have the french or spanish version as options.

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Discover the fantastic world of Lopaka, a boy who lives on a tropical island near his best friend Flipper, a dolphin! Flipper teaches Lopaka how to live underwater, and together they explore the sunken city of Quetzo that is ruled by an evil giant octopus named Dexter. While they try to avoid any run-ins with Dexter's strongmen -- Fin, Nip, and Bubbles, sharks who are better at bumbling than bullying -- Flipper and Lopaka share many extraordinary adventures above and below the waves. Join them as they battle an ancient volcano, befriend a huge sea serpent, and save the villagers from sawtooth sharks! There are boatloads of fun, friendship, and adventure in this awesome animated collection from the hit series!

Flip That House Season 1 - Episode 6: Flipper in the House

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Flip That House Season 1 - Episode 6: Flipper in the House

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This chemistry just didn't work for me.
4 year olds love it!
Flipper Movie
I MIGHT Get It For Christmas.
Flippin good! A splash of fun!

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Customer Reviews:

This chemistry just didn't work for me........2007-06-08