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The Whale

7.720221h 57m15MovieDrama

A reclusive English teacher suffering from severe obesity attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter for one last chance at redemption.

DirectorDarren Aronofsky
WriterSamuel D. Hunter
ProducersAri Handel·Tyson Bidner

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Darren Aronofsky

BFBrendan Fraser
Brendan Fraser
Charlie
SSSadie Sink
Sadie Sink
Ellie
TSTy Simpkins
Ty Simpkins
Thomas
HCHong Chau
Hong Chau
Liz
SMSamantha Morton
Samantha Morton
Mary
SSSathya Sridharan
Sathya Sridharan
Dan the Pizza Man
JS
Jacey Sink
Young Ellie
AAAllison Altman
Allison Altman
Young Mary (uncredited)
LOLance Oppenheim
Lance Oppenheim
Julian (uncredited)
GP
Grace Perkins
Maddie (uncredited)
WSWilhelm Schalaudek
Wilhelm Schalaudek
Liam (uncredited)
GMGlenn Mullins
Glenn Mullins
Young Charlie (uncredited)

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The Whale — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Whale?

The Whale isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Whale on Netflix?

No, The Whale is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV.

Is The Whale on Amazon Prime Video?

The Whale isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Whale for free?

The Whale isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV.