Down Periscope

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Summary: Hilarious!
Review: This is a family movie that we watch over and over and it is as funny the 20th time as the first. Why it didn't do well at the box office is anyone's guess except that I don't recall much, if any, publicity for it. The cast members are perfect. Love it, love it, love it. Finally, a DVD. Our VHS is worn out.

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Summary: One of THE best comedy pictures
Review: An outstanding outing for Kelsey Grammer and a cute tease on Navy brass. Why it took so long to get this to DVD one can only guess. Perhaps Paramount was trying to drop its inventory of VHS blanks; I know I've worn out a couple on this movie. Good family movie, almost reminiscent of old Disney slapstick humor and one liners. To bad the movie execs are not intuitive enough to make a sequel to this one. The laughs would be unstoppable on a modern day submarine.

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Summary: Entertaining & Funny
Review: I have been looking for this to come out on DVD a long time. I have it on VHS & my husband & I roar with laughter every time we watch it. It shows the "by the book" type of hype is usually not the way to go and unorthodox & different sometimes works better. The cast is great as a group of outcasts chosen specially by a particular general for a war game to fail. But Kelsey Grammer as the Commander brings the best out of this group with a great deal of humor.

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Summary: Guilty Pleasure
Review: Whenever anyone asks me what my "guilty pleasure" is, this movie is the first thing that pops in my mind. It's not a classic in the "classic" sense, but it is one of the most fun movies I've ever seen and I watch it over and over any time I need a laugh. I'm ecstatic that it's finally coming out on DVD. My VHS copy is so warn it was time to replace it. Now I can with something that will likely last longer than me!

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Summary: WHY THE WAIT?
Review: I join the others in stating UNEQUIVOCALLY that this is one of my favorite movies. It ranks with Operation Petticoat! My only question: Paramount, why the wait?

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Summary: 2 VHS tapes
Review: I had 2 VHS tapes of this one, I bought the second one when the first one was worn out completely and this fact speaks for itself. Just wonder what took them so long?

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Summary: Don't overlook this one!
Review: I put this movie in the category of "Major League": on paper it looks like it will make you wince, but on the screen it will make you laugh your behind off! This movie is much better than it appears. The comedy is mostly slapstick and innocent, but it works every time. It makes you wonder why Kelsey Grammer hasn't done more movies - I guess his paycheck from "Fraiser" is enough! I can't wait to get the DVD.

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Summary: Great Fun!
Review: I agree with the other posters! This movie is one of my all-time favorite watches. It's just flat out funny. Can't wait to get a copy. (I own 400+ DVD's, and I still pull out my VHS copy of this movie all the time! LOL)

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Summary: Finally, it's here!!!
Review: I'd like to give this movie 10 stars! I have been waiting and hoping this would come out on DVD. Have it on VHS (taped from TV) and laugh every time we see it. A great, fun movie - no hidden messages - just a funny movie that leaves you feeling good and wanting to see it again. A great, great movie - buy it and you won't be sorry. Guaranteed.

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Summary: Welcome Aboard, indeed!!
Review: Ya know, I will agree with the others here in that Paramount waited FAR TOO LONG to bring this classic to DVD! I have been waiting for years for them to pull their sanctimonious heads out of their torpedo tubes and give us what we want: One of the funniest movies ever in a format that will last as long! Being Navy, I have always had a strong liking for this movie, particularly every time I crossed the quarterdeck of a ship and had to stifle my laughter when confronted with "Welcome Aboard".
Superb casting, a funny and sensible plot and a great soundtrack ("Play me a dirge, maties!!") have already reserved a spot for this movie on my "Favorites" shelf on the old entertainment center.
So pack your seabag, grab a bunk and let's kick this pig!!