Mr. Fish

Species & Appearance: He is a sky-blue and purple ocean pout. His defining feature is a perpetual, gloomy frown that he believes is his permanent destiny. Voice Actor: He is voiced by Nick Offerman, whose naturally dour and "mundane" vocal tone was cited by critics as a perfect fit for the grumpy character. Personality: At the start of the movie, Mr. Fish is a stoic, introverted recluse. He is easily down on himself, lacks self-worth, and initially just wants to be left alone. Living Situation: He resides in a rundown shipwreck on the reef. Key Story Points The Conflict: His quiet life is disrupted when he meets Pip, a hyperactive young sea dragon. An argument between them leads to the accidental destruction of both their homes. The Quest: To repair their homes, Mr. Fish reluctantly teams up with Pip on a journey to find Shimmer, a mythical fish (voiced by Jordin Sparks) capable of granting wishes. Backstory: The film provides new background not found in the original books, including flashbacks of Mr. Fish's father yelling at him, which implies why he developed such a gloomy and isolated outlook. Growth: Throughout the adventure, Mr. Fish learns that he doesn't have to be defined by his "dreary-wearies". He discovers that even though he isn't the "most sparkly" fish, he is a valuable member of the community. Key Relationships Pip (Nina Oyama): His polar opposite—energetic and optimistic—who eventually becomes his loyal friend. The Dolphins (Amy Sedaris): A trio of "mean girl" dolphins who provide a comedic obstacle for Mr. Fish during his journey. Benji (Remy Hii): A cuttlefish rival who is also searching for Shimmer to save his own community. Childhood Trauma: Flashbacks reveal that Mr. Fish was a curious child whose worldview was shaped by his overprotective father, Poppa Fish. The Kelp Forest Incident: As a "small fry," he was separated from his father in a kelp forest. He was eventually guided back by Shimmer, a pink angelfish.