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Water for Elephants

6.920112h 2m12AMovieDramaRomance

In this captivating Depression-era melodrama, impetuous veterinary student Jacob Jankowski joins a celebrated circus as an animal caretaker but faces a wrenching dilemma when he's transfixed by angelic married performer Marlena.

DirectorFrancis Lawrence
WriterRichard LaGravenese
ProducersKevin Halloran·Andrew R. Tennenbaum

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Francis Lawrence

RPRobert Pattinson
Robert Pattinson
Jacob Jankowski
RWReese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon
Marlena Rosenbluth
CWChristoph Waltz
Christoph Waltz
August Rosenbluth
PSPaul Schneider
Paul Schneider
Charlie
JNJim Norton
Jim Norton
Camel
HHHal Holbrook
Hal Holbrook
Old Jacob
DSDonna W. Scott
Donna W. Scott
Barbara
RBRichard Brake
Richard Brake
Grady
STStephen Monroe Taylor
Stephen Monroe Taylor
Wade
MPMark Povinelli
Mark Povinelli
Kinko / Walter
KFKen Foree
Ken Foree
Earl
SMScott MacDonald
Scott MacDonald
Blackie

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Water for Elephants — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Water for Elephants?

Water for Elephants is streaming on Disney Plus in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Water for Elephants on Netflix?

No, Water for Elephants is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is Water for Elephants on Amazon Prime Video?

Water for Elephants 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 Water for Elephants for free?

Water for Elephants is available on Disney Plus in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.