
The Squid and the Whale
Joint custody blows.
Based on the true childhood experiences of Noah Baumbach and his brother, The Squid and the Whale tells the touching story of two young boys dealing with their parents' divorce in Brooklyn in the 1980s.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Squid and the Whale
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 2005-10-05
- Runtime: 81 minutes
- Rating: 6.948/10 (988 votes)
- Budget: $1,500,000
- Revenue: $11,100,000
- Production Companies: Destination Films, Original Media, American Empirical Pictures, Peter Newman/Interal
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.7445
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Jeff Daniels
as Bernard Berkman

Laura Linney
as Joan Berkman

Jesse Eisenberg
as Walt Berkman

Owen Kline
as Frank Berkman

William Baldwin
as Ivan

Halley Feiffer
as Sophie Greenberg

Anna Paquin
as Lili

David Benger
as Carl

Molly Barton
as Graduate Student

Bo Berkman
as Graduate Student
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Trailers & Clips
From the Archives: Noah Baumbach on The Squid and the Whale | NYFF43
Behind the Performances in THE SQUID AND THE WHALE
'The Squid and the Whale' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times
The Squid and the Whale Trailer (2005)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Squid and the Whale?▼
The Squid and the Whale is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2005-10-05.
Who are the main actors in The Squid and the Whale?▼
The main cast includes Jeff Daniels, Laura Linney, Jesse Eisenberg, Owen Kline, William Baldwin, .
Where can I watch The Squid and the Whale online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Squid and the Whale is available.
Is The Squid and the Whale based on a true story?▼
Joint custody blows.
What is the IMDb rating of The Squid and the Whale?▼
The Squid and the Whale has an IMDb rating of 6.948/10 based on 988 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Squid and the Whale?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,500,000 and earned $11,100,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Squid and the Whale?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Destination Films, Original Media, American Empirical Pictures, Peter Newman/Interal. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Squid and the Whale filmed?▼
The Squid and the Whale was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Squid and the Whale?▼
The total runtime of The Squid and the Whale is 81 minutes.
Is The Squid and the Whale suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Squid and the Whale?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Squid and the Whale.
Does The Squid and the Whale have a post-credit scene?▼
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