May 8, 1988 – The Television Show Splash, Too, Part Two, Premieres on Television
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On May 8, 1988, the second half of Splash, Too, premiered on ABC television. The sequel to the successful 1984 film Splash, the special had only one returning cast member: Dody Goodman as Mrs. Stimler. The special starred Todd Warring as Allen Bauer, Amy Yasbeck as Madison, Donovan Scott as Freddie Bauer, and Rita Taggert as Fern Hooten. Splash, Too was also the first motion picture filmed at the new Disney-MGM Studios, and had a production budget of $3.3 million.
Set four years after the original film, Allen and his now-wife, Madison, return to New York City, where Allen’s brother Freddie is dangerously close to losing the family business. While Allen helps his brother, Madison has her own mission: to rescue her friend Salty the dolphin, who is being held captive for scientific experiments. The married couple grows closer as they strive to reach their respective goals.
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