Down Periscope, 1996, PG-13, 1 hr 41 min


Down Periscope

Runtime: 101
Age Rating: PG-13
Release Date: March 22, 1996

Studio: Universal Pictures
Franchise: N/A
Franchise Position: N/A

A quirky, unconventional Navy commander is given command of an old, obsolete submarine and must train a misfit crew for war games against the U.S. Navy’s top fleet.

Ratings:
My Rating: 6.9/10
The Dove Foundation: PG
IMDb: 6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 46% (Critics), 63% (Audience)
Metacritic: 43/100

Plot Summary:
Commander Thomas Dodge, a maverick Navy officer, is assigned to command the rusty, outdated USS Stingray for a series of simulated war games against the Navy’s elite fleet. With a team of eccentric and underqualified sailors, Dodge must overcome his crew’s inexperience, internal conflicts, and Navy bureaucracy to prove that ingenuity and teamwork can triumph over technology and conventional tactics. The film blends slapstick humor with military parody as the Stingray faces various challenges on the high seas.

Critics Review:
The film received mixed reviews. Critics generally praised Kelsey Grammer’s comedic performance and the film’s lighthearted tone but criticized the predictable plot and reliance on slapstick humor. Audience reception was more favorable, enjoying the film’s charm and comedic approach to military life.

Christian Perspective:
The movie promotes themes of leadership, responsibility, perseverance, and teamwork, which align with Christian values of diligence, service, and humility. While irreverent in some humor, it encourages problem-solving, loyalty, and supporting one another despite flaws, reflecting moral lessons applicable in everyday life.

Family Friendliness:
Rated PG-13 for mild language and comedic situations, the film is largely suitable for older children and teens. Families can enjoy its humor and lessons about cooperation, but younger viewers may not understand some jokes or military satire.

Notable Songs:
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