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The Water Babies · 1978

The Water Babies (1978) is a Family / Fantasy / Animation film directed by Lionel Jeffries, starring James Mason, Bernard Cribbins, Billie Whitelaw.

FamilyFantasyAnimationAdventureMusic

Overview

Grimes, an amoral chimney sweep, occasionally likes to steal valuables from his clients. One day, on the verge of being caught, he frames his young apprentice, Tom, for the crime. Tom runs away and jumps into a river where, instead of drowning, he finds himself transformed into a mystical aquatic creature. Swimming and breathing effortlessly, he discovers a colorful underwater world replete with creatures both cruel and kind.

Cast

James Mason, Bernard Cribbins, Billie Whitelaw, Tommy Pender, Samantha Gates, Joan Greenwood, David Tomlinson, Jon Pertwee

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Frequently asked

What is "The Water Babies" about?

Grimes, an amoral chimney sweep, occasionally likes to steal valuables from his clients. One day, on the verge of being caught, he frames his young apprentice, Tom, for the crime. Tom runs away and jumps into a river where, instead of drowning, he finds himself transformed into a mystical aquatic creature. Swimming and breathing effortlessly, he discovers a colorful underwater world replete with creatures both cruel and kind.

When was "The Water Babies" released?

The Water Babies was released in 1978.

Who stars in "The Water Babies"?

The cast includes James Mason, Bernard Cribbins, Billie Whitelaw, Tommy Pender.