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The Octopus

6.619981h 40m18MovieThrillerComedyCrime

Gabriel, dit Le Poulpe (The Octopus) is a laid-back private investigator who works on cases for his own pleasure. He is drawn to the fictional Loire Valley port of Angerneau, with his lover Clotilde who has been summoned by the police…

DirectorGuillaume Nicloux
WritersGuillaume Nicloux·Jean-Bernard Pouy

Where to watch

Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 25 other countries

The Octopus isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia and 21 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Guillaume Nicloux

JDJean-Pierre Darroussin
Jean-Pierre Darroussin
Gabriel Lecouvreur, 'le Poulpe'
CCClotilde Courau
Clotilde Courau
Cheryl
JRJulien Rassam
Julien Rassam
Transvestite
SBStéphane Boucher
Stéphane Boucher
Taxi driver
JDJulie Delarme
Julie Delarme
Sandra
AD
Aristide Demonico
Pedro
JFJames Faulkner
James Faulkner
Thomas
CC
Céline Cailleau
Chéryl's friend
JGJean-François Gallotte
Jean-François Gallotte
Bar boss 1
NJNicolas Jouhet
Nicolas Jouhet
Jaguar driver
FLFrançois Levantal
François Levantal
Assailant on the train
BLBruno Lochet
Bruno Lochet
Policeman

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The Octopus — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Octopus?

The Octopus isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Bulgaria, Switzerland and Cyprus and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Octopus on Netflix?

No, The Octopus is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026.

Is The Octopus on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Octopus isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch The Octopus for free?

The Octopus isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Octopus?

The Octopus hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around November 25, 1998. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.