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Blackfish

7.920131h 23mPG-13MovieDocumentary

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
WritersEli Despres·Gabriela Cowperthwaite
ProducersRick Brookwell·Erica Kahn

Where to watch

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideofuboTVfuboTVAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsDox Amazon ChannelDox Amazon ChannelMagnolia Selects Amazon ChannelMagnolia Selects Amazon ChannelKanopyKanopyHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for United States · 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 Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and Dox in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Blackfish on Netflix?

No, Blackfish is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV.

Is Blackfish on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Blackfish is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Blackfish for free?

Blackfish is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.