Splash, Too

Splash, Too

Year: 1988

Runtime: 87 mins

Language: English

Director: Greg Antonacci

RomanceFamilyTV MovieComedy

The sequel follows Allen and Madison back to New York, each driven by a different goal—Allen to save his faltering business, Madison to liberate a dolphin held in captivity. As their romance resurfaces, the duo navigates comedic mishaps and underwater magic, extending the beloved mermaid love story with humor and heart.

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Timeline & Setting – Splash, Too (1988)

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Time period

Mid-1980s

The events take place roughly four years after the first Splash, placing the timeline in the mid-1980s. The era emphasizes family business, suburban life, and a pre-digital culture of personal interactions. The story unfolds with the pace and tone typical of late 1980s family comedies.

Location

New York City, Deserted island hideaway, Suburban New York house, Aquarium, Ocean

The story shifts between a coastal New York setting and a secluded island retreat where the couple first hides away. They return to a lived-in suburban home in New York as Bauer Produce seeks to regain footing. Neighbors and public spaces like the aquarium frame the contrast between confinement and freedom that drives the characters' choices.

🗽 City life 🏝️ Island life 🏡 Suburban life 🐬 Marine life 🌊 Ocean

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Main Characters – Splash, Too (1988)

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Allen Bauer (Todd Waring)

A practical, work-driven husband who misses city life and struggles to balance Bauer Produce with Madison's emotional needs. He is loyal and eager to provide, but his focus on business sometimes blinds him to his wife’s desires. Over the course of the story he learns to listen and compromise for the sake of their relationship.

💼 Practical ❤️ Family 🗽 City life ⏳ Time pressure

Madison Bauer (Amy Yasbeck)

A mermaid living on land who can glimpse images in water and communicate by tracing patterns. She seeks personal growth and independence while trying to fit into a human life and protect her secret mermaid side. Her curiosity and warmth drive her to advocate for her own interests and those she loves.

🌊 Mermaid 💡 Curious 🗺️ Learner ❤️ Love

Freddie Bauer (Donovan Scott)

Allen's brother who provides a link to the family business and a foothold in the New York world. He is practical and supportive, helping Allen reconnect with the city and with Bauer Produce. Freddie serves as a bridge between the old life and the new challenges the family faces.

🏡 Family 💪 Supportive 🧰 Resourceful

Karl Hooten (Noble Willingham)

Wealthy benefactor who values all-American family image and uses his influence to influence Bauer Produce. He can be protective and generous, yet his emphasis on appearances creates friction when Madison asserts her independence. He becomes an obstacle and ally in turn as the couple navigates their future.

💰 Wealthy 🏛️ Philanthropist 👨‍👩‍👧 Family values

Fern Hooten (Rita Taggart)

Karl's wife and a steady friend to Madison, Fern provides comfort and a pragmatic perspective. She helps mediate tensions within the family and supports Madison's desire to learn and grow. Fern represents a kinder, more flexible approach to tradition.

💖 Supportive 🧭 Mediator 👭 Friendship

Mrs Stimler (Dody Goodman)

The nosy neighbor who values privacy and a quiet suburban life. She serves as a social foil, challenging the couple's attempts to live freely within the visible expectations of their community. Her suspicion highlights the pressure to conform to neighborhood norms.

🏡 Neighbor 👀 Gossip 🛡️ Protector

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Major Themes – Splash, Too (1988)

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🌊 Identity

Madison grapples with two worlds: her mermaid nature and her life on land. Water becomes both a conduit for connection and a barrier she must navigate to belong fully. The film uses aquatic imagery to explore how one person can hold multiple identities without losing core humanity.

❤️ Love

Allen and Madison's relationship is tested by work pressures, promises, and the pull of two different lifestyles. They must learn to listen, admit fault, and align their goals without sacrificing trust. The reconciliation scene reinforces that honest communication is essential for lasting partnership.

🐬 Freedom

Salty's captivity in the aquarium highlights a tension between freedom and obligation. Madison and Allen's decision to intervene challenges corporate interests and public perception. The act of releasing Salty becomes a catalyst for redefining their responsibilities to others beyond themselves.

🏛️ Tradition

The film contrasts old-fashioned family values with the couple’s evolving needs and desires. Karl's push for a pristine image clashes with authenticity and honesty in relationships and business. The resolution suggests that genuine connection outweighs appearances and established expectations.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 13:49

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