Synopsis
Splash is a romantic fantasy comedy directed by Ron Howard, following Allen Bauer, a lonely New York produce merchant who falls deeply in love with a mysterious and enchanting woman named Madison. Unknown to Allen, Madison is actually a mermaid who transforms when exposed to water, sending them both on a whimsical adventure as a determined scientist threatens to expose her secret.
Why Watch It
A beguiling romantic comedy that treats its fantastical premise with genuine warmth, *Splash* balances whimsy with surprisingly grounded emotion as Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah navigate the collision between the magical and mundane. Ron Howard's assured touch keeps the tone playful while the chemistry between leads gives the improbable love story an unexpected depth. It's a film that understands why we need wonder in our romances.
Did You Know?
- Tom Hanks landed his first major leading film role here.
- Daryl Hannah learned to hold her breath for over two minutes.
- The mermaid tail took over eight hours daily to apply.
- Madison was an unusual girl's name before this movie popularized it.
- Filming took place partly at the real Statue of Liberty.
Iconic Quotes
- I'm not afraid anymore. I love you.
- What's your name? Madison. Madison? That's not a name.
- I have exactly eleven days, and I'm going to be happy.
- She's a mermaid. She's a fish. She's a woman. She's a fish!
- All my life I've been waiting for someone and when I find her she's a fish.
