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Blackfish

7.920131h 23mMovieDocumentary

Notorious killer whale Tilikum is responsible for the deaths of three individuals, including a top killer whale trainer. Blackfish shows the sometimes devastating consequences of keeping such intelligent and sentient creatures in captivity.

DirectorGabriela Cowperthwaite
WritersGabriela Cowperthwaite·Eli Despres
ProducersJudy Bart·Erica Kahn

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NetflixNetflixFoxtel NowFoxtel NowStanStanDocPlayDocPlayNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with AdsDocPlay Amazon ChannelDocPlay Amazon ChannelBeamafilmBeamafilm
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite

DG
Dean Gomersall
Self
SB
Samantha Berg
Self
JJ
John Jett
Self
JH
John Hargrove
Self
CR
Carol Ray
Self
JV
Jeffrey Ventre
Self
KA
Kim Ashdown
Self
KBKen Balcomb
Ken Balcomb
Self
MSMark Simmons
Mark Simmons
Self
TT
Thomas Tobin
Self
DD
Dave Duffus
Self
ER
Estefania Rodriguez
Self

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Blackfish — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Blackfish?

Blackfish is streaming on Netflix, Foxtel Now and Stan in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV Store and Apple TV Store.

Is Blackfish on Netflix?

Yes — Blackfish is available on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026.

Is Blackfish on Amazon Prime Video?

Blackfish isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Blackfish for free?

Blackfish is available on Netflix and Foxtel Now in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.