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Gilligan's Island - S01E12 - Birds Gotta Fly, Fish Gotta Talk
 

Gilligan's Island season 1 episode 12

Birds Gotta Fly, Fish Gotta Talk

 
During Christmas, the Castaways get homesick and remember the first day they were shipwrecked. When Santa Claus ""appears"" on the island, many suspect he is the Skipper in costume. However, just as Santa departs while wishing the Castaways a Merry Christmas, the Skipper appears from the other direction.
 
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Gilligan's Island / S01E12 : Birds Gotta Fly, Fish Gotta Talk
Season 1, Episode 12 | Aired on December 19, 1964 | TV-G | 25 min. | CBS
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Season 1
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Season 3
Season 2
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Specials
 
 
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 1 - Two on a Raft
    Episode 1
    Two on a Raft
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 2 - Home Sweet Hut
    Episode 2
    Home Sweet Hut
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 3 - Voodoo Something to Me
    Episode 3
    Voodoo Something to Me
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 4 - Goodnight Sweet Skipper
    Episode 4
    Goodnight Sweet Skipper
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 5 - Wrongway Feldman
    Episode 5
    Wrongway Feldman
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 6 - President Gilligan
    Episode 6
    President Gilligan
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 7 - The Sound of Quacking
    Episode 7
    The Sound of Quacking
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 8 - Goodbye Island
    Episode 8
    Goodbye Island
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 9 - The Big Gold Strike
    Episode 9
    The Big Gold Strike
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 10 - Waiting for Watubi
    Episode 10
    Waiting for Watubi
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 11 - Angel on the Island
    Episode 11
    Angel on the Island
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 12 - Birds Gotta Fly, Fish Gotta Talk
    Episode 12
    Birds Gotta Fly, Fish Gotta Talk
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 13 - Three Million Dollars More or Less
    Episode 13
    Three Million Dollars More or Less
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 14 - Water, Water Everywhere
    Episode 14
    Water, Water Everywhere
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 15 - So Sorry, My Island Now
    Episode 15
    So Sorry, My Island Now
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 16 - Plant You Now, Dig You Later
    Episode 16
    Plant You Now, Dig You Later
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 17 - Little Island, Big Gun
    Episode 17
    Little Island, Big Gun
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 18 - X Marks the Spot
    Episode 18
    X Marks the Spot
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 19 - Gilligan Meets Jungle Boy
    Episode 19
    Gilligan Meets Jungle Boy
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 20 - St. Gilligan and the Dragon
    Episode 20
    St. Gilligan and the Dragon
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 21 - Big Man on Little Stick
    Episode 21
    Big Man on Little Stick
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 22 - Diamonds Are an Ape's Best Friend
    Episode 22
    Diamonds Are an Ape's Best Friend
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 23 - How to Be a Hero
    Episode 23
    How to Be a Hero
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 24 - The Return of Wrongway Feldman
    Episode 24
    The Return of Wrongway Feldman
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 25 - The Matchmaker
    Episode 25
    The Matchmaker
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 26 - Music Hath Charm
    Episode 26
    Music Hath Charm
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 27 - New Neighbor Sam
    Episode 27
    New Neighbor Sam
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 28 - They're Off and Running
    Episode 28
    They're Off and Running
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 29 - Three to Get Ready
    Episode 29
    Three to Get Ready
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 30 - Forget Me Not
    Episode 30
    Forget Me Not
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 31 - Diogenes, Won't You Please Go Home?
    Episode 31
    Diogenes, Won't You Please Go Home?
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 32 - Physical Fatness
    Episode 32
    Physical Fatness
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 33 - It's Magic
    Episode 33
    It's Magic
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 34 - Goodbye Old Paint
    Episode 34
    Goodbye Old Paint
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 35 - My Fair Gilligan
    Episode 35
    My Fair Gilligan
  • Gilligan's Island - Episode 36 - A Nose by Any Other Name
    Episode 36
    A Nose by Any Other Name

Gilligan's Island season 1 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

On Gilligan's Island's Christmas episode, the castaways prepare to celebrate with limited resources, sharing their varied wishes for the holiday. Their spirits lift with a radio announcement that a navy plane has spotted them, promising a rescue. As they reminisce about their initial days on the island and their failed rescue attempts, often thwarted by Gilligan's mishaps, they learn the rescue was for another group, leaving them still stranded. The episode concludes with a visit from Santa Claus, who reminds them of the positives in their situation, rekindling their hope and Christmas cheer despite remaining on the island.

Full Episode S01E12 Recap

### The Fateful Trip - The tale begins with a catchy theme song detailing the departure of the S.S. Minnow for a three-hour tour that goes awry due to a storm, leading the ship and its seven occupants to an uncharted desert isle. ### The Castaways' Christmas - The castaways attempt to celebrate Christmas with what they have, expressing wishes ranging from simple comforts to the ultimate desire of being rescued. - A radio broadcast interrupts, announcing that a navy plane has spotted them and a rescue is imminent, sparking joy among the group. ### Flashbacks of Early Days - The Skipper and Gilligan reflect on their initial struggles post-shipwreck, including efforts to fix the boat, misunderstandings with the Howell's expectations, and the challenge of surviving with limited resources. - The group's first attempts at signaling for help are comically thwarted by Gilligan's clumsiness, further straining their chances of rescue. ### The Hope of Rescue Fades - As the castaways prepare signals for the navy destroyer, Gilligan accidentally ruins the Skipper's binoculars but is forgiven in light of the Christmas spirit. - Their reminiscences reveal past mistakes and misadventures, including Gilligan's numerous blunders that often derailed rescue attempts or caused more problems. ### A False Alarm and Continued Struggles - The castaways' excitement over being spotted by a navy plane turns to disappointment as they realize their rescue was a misreport for another group of castaways marooned for 11 years. - Despite their dire situation, they find reasons to celebrate Christmas, reflecting on their survival and unity as a family group. ### Christmas on the Island - The episode closes with the castaways receiving a morale-boosting visit from Santa Claus, who reminds them of the positives of their predicament and rekindles their spirits with Christmas cheer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the premise of the Gilligan's Island Christmas episode?

The episode revolves around the castaways attempting to celebrate Christmas on the island, reflecting on their situation and hoping for rescue.

How do the castaways find out they might be rescued?

They hear a radio broadcast stating that a navy plane has spotted them and a rescue mission is underway.

What are some of the castaways' Christmas wishes?

Wishes range from simple comforts like a steak or Cary Grant in a stocking to the ultimate wish of being rescued.

How do the castaways react to the news of their impending rescue?

They are overjoyed and begin preparing signals to help the navy destroyer locate them.

What complications arise during their preparations for rescue?

Gilligan's clumsiness leads to several mishaps, including ruining the Skipper's binoculars.

Do the castaways get rescued in the Christmas episode?

No, they later learn the radio report was about another group of castaways, leaving them still stranded.

How does the episode end?

Despite the disappointment, the castaways receive a visit from Santa Claus, who boosts their spirits by highlighting the positives of their situation.

What message does Santa Claus convey to the castaways?

Santa reminds them of their survival against odds, their ability to get along as a family group, and the importance of keeping a good spirit despite their challenges.

 
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