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The North Water

7.420211 seasonTV-MATV SeriesDramaMystery

Patrick Sumner, a disgraced ex-army surgeon, signs up as ship's doctor on a whaling expedition to the Arctic; on board he meets Henry Drax, the harpooner, a brutish killer whose amorality has been shaped to fit the harshness of his world.…

ProducersIain Canning·Jamie Laurenson

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Availability shown for India · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Behold the Man
Jul 14, 2021 6.8
E2
We Men Are Wretched Things
Jul 21, 2021 6.7
E3
Homo Homini Lupus
Jul 28, 2021 6.4
E4
The Devils of the Earth
Aug 4, 2021 6.7
E5
To Live Is to Suffer
Aug 11, 2021 6.9

Cast

JOJack O'Connell
Jack O'Connell
Patrick Sumner
CFColin Farrell
Colin Farrell
Henry Drax

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The North Water — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The North Water?

The North Water is streaming on BBC Player in India. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The North Water on Netflix?

No, The North Water is not on Netflix in India as of November 2026. It's currently on BBC Player.

Is The North Water on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The North Water isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now. It's on BBC Player instead.

Where can I watch The North Water for free?

The North Water is available on BBC Player in India, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in The North Water?

The North Water has 1 season in total (5 episodes). The series concluded in 2021.

Are all episodes of The North Water out yet?

Yes — all 5 episodes across 1 season of The North Water are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The North Water?

No — The North Water ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

What book is The North Water based on?

The North Water is based on The North Water by Ian McGuire.