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Starfish

6.620161h 35mMovieDrama

Based on the real story of Tom and Nicola Ray from Rutland. Their perfect life is totally ruined in a single moment after Tom had developed sepsis. While her husband was in coma, Nicola gave birth to their second child on the other side of…

DirectorBill Clark
WriterBill Clark
ProducersPippa Cross·Joanne Froggatt

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HooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bill Clark

Joanne Froggatt
Joanne Froggatt
Nicola Ray
Tom Riley
Tom Riley
Tom Ray
Phoebe Nicholls
Phoebe Nicholls
Tom's Mother
Michele Dotrice
Michele Dotrice
Jean
Simon Bamford
Simon Bamford
Senior Consultant
Oliver Cunliffe
Oliver Cunliffe
Young Tom
Katie Pattinson
Katie Pattinson
Surgeon's Assistant
Daisy Moore
Daisy Moore
Sarah
Alexandra Doyle
Alexandra Doyle
Nurse
Isla Crowther
Isla Crowther
Tom's Sister
Ellie Copping
Ellie Copping
Grace Ray
Christopher Howitt
Christopher Howitt
Male Paramedic

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Starfish — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Starfish?

Starfish is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Starfish on Netflix?

No, Starfish is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Starfish on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Starfish isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Starfish for free?

Starfish is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.

Is Starfish based on a true story?

Yes — Starfish is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).