When the Whales Came
A story so enchanting you'll wish it were real.
A pair of children befriend an eccentric old man, who lives isolated on the far shore of their island home. But it turns out that the old man knows a terrible secret about the island and the whales who sometimes come. Meanwhile WWI is making life hard in the village.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: When the Whales Came
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1989-03-28
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 6.4/10 (15 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: American Continental Corp., Golden Swan, ITV Central, 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3319
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Paul Scofield
as The Birdman
David Threlfall
as Jack Jenkins
Helen Mirren
as Clemmie Jenkins
Helen Pearce
as Gracie Jenkins
Max Rennie
as Daniel Pender
David Suchet
as Will
Jeremy Kemp
as Mr. Wellbeloved
John Hallam
as Treve Pender
Barbara Ewing
as Mary Pender
Dexter Fletcher
as Big Tim
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is When the Whales Came?▼
When the Whales Came is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1989-03-28.
Who are the main actors in When the Whales Came?▼
The main cast includes Paul Scofield, David Threlfall, Helen Mirren, Helen Pearce, Max Rennie, .
Where can I watch When the Whales Came online?▼
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Is When the Whales Came based on a true story?▼
A story so enchanting you'll wish it were real.
What is the IMDb rating of When the Whales Came?▼
When the Whales Came has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 15 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of When the Whales Came?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for When the Whales Came?▼
The soundtrack was composed by American Continental Corp., Golden Swan, ITV Central, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was When the Whales Came filmed?▼
When the Whales Came was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is When the Whales Came?▼
The total runtime of When the Whales Came is 100 minutes.
Is When the Whales Came suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to When the Whales Came?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to When the Whales Came.
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