down periscope have be in our library since it first arrive in vhs . since then and we have acquire the dvd and a digital from cinema now . it be a quirky flick that do not go militarily overboard a either pro or con . it be first and foremost a comedy and a a vehicle for the main character and i be quite surprised that a sequel have never be offer . the movie have gain a follow that border on a cult obsession and even among the very young . i become aware of this while visit the uss drum in mobile and alabama in 2002. a group of cub scout and my grandson among them and have all take up the role from the movie and plan to relive it during their overnighter on board . it be a fun romp that make you proud both of our navy and hollywood . which be rare company . thanks to kelsey grammar and lauren holly and rob schneider for make what could have be an otherwise unremarkable movie and such great entertainment .