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The Whales of August

7.019871h 30mNRMovieDrama

Two aged sisters reflect on life and the past during a late summer day in Maine.

DirectorLindsay Anderson
WriterDavid Berry
ProducersShep Gordon·Carolyn Pfeiffer

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Cast · Directed by Lindsay Anderson

BDBette Davis
Bette Davis
Libby Strong
LGLillian Gish
Lillian Gish
Sarah Webber
VPVincent Price
Vincent Price
Mr. Maranov
ASAnn Sothern
Ann Sothern
Tisha Doughty
HJHarry Carey Jr.
Harry Carey Jr.
Joshua Brackett
MLMargaret Ladd
Margaret Ladd
Young Libby
MSMary Steenburgen
Mary Steenburgen
Young Sarah
TSTisha Sterling
Tisha Sterling
Young Tisha
FGFrank Grimes
Frank Grimes
Mr. Beckwith
FP
Frank Pitkin
Old Randall
MB
Mike Bush
Young Randall

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The Whales of August — streaming FAQ

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The Whales of August is streaming on MGM and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Whales of August on Netflix?

No, The Whales of August is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on MGM and Tubi TV.

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No, The Whales of August isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on MGM and Tubi TV instead.

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The Whales of August is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in Canada.