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Starfish

6.620161h 35m15MovieDrama

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
ProducersJoanne Froggatt·Debbie Gray

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Cast · Directed by Bill Clark

JFJoanne Froggatt
Joanne Froggatt
Nicola Ray
TRTom Riley
Tom Riley
Tom Ray
PNPhoebe Nicholls
Phoebe Nicholls
Tom's Mother
MDMichele Dotrice
Michele Dotrice
Jean
SBSimon Bamford
Simon Bamford
Senior Consultant
OCOliver Cunliffe
Oliver Cunliffe
Young Tom
KPKatie Pattinson
Katie Pattinson
Surgeon's Assistant
DM
Daisy Moore
Sarah
AD
Alexandra Doyle
Nurse
IC
Isla Crowther
Tom's Sister
EC
Ellie Copping
Grace Ray
CH
Christopher Howitt
Male Paramedic

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Starfish — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Starfish?

Starfish is streaming on Plex in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Starfish on Netflix?

No, Starfish is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Starfish on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Starfish isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch Starfish for free?

Starfish is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in United Kingdom.

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).