Flipper (1995 TV series)

Flipper is an American television series that aired from 1995 to 2000. It was a revival of the original Flipper film and subsequent 1960s television series. The new series retained the core concept of a bottlenose dolphin named Flipper who befriends and assists the human characters, primarily a teenage boy named Mike and his marine biologist father, Dr. Keith Ricks.

The show was set in Florida, like its predecessors, but filmed in various locations including Australia and the Bahamas to take advantage of diverse aquatic environments. Storylines typically involved environmental issues, marine research, rescue operations, and the adventures of Mike and Flipper as they navigated the challenges of living in a coastal community.

Key cast members included Elijah Wood (in early episodes), Jessica Alba (in her early career), and Brian Wimmer as Dr. Keith Ricks. The series aimed to appeal to a family audience with its focus on positive relationships, environmental awareness, and exciting underwater action. The show lasted for four seasons, totaling 88 episodes.