A Whale for the Killing
Nature betrayed it. Whalers wanted it. And a whole town is ready to kill it.
A conservationst, stranded with his family at a Newfoundland coastal resort, flies in the face of custom and fights an entire community to prevent a trapped whale's slaughter with only the support of his wife and one of the locals.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: A Whale for the Killing
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Family, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1981-02-01
- Runtime: 145 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Playboy Enterprises, Beowulf Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.7989
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Peter Strauss
as Charles Landon
Dee Wallace
as Janet Landon
Kathryn Walker
as Dr. Linda McFarland
Bruce McGill
as Glenn
Ken James
as Lorne
David Ferry
as Johnny Goodenough
Richard Widmark
as Tom Goodenough
David Hollander
as Stevie Landon
Bill Calvert
as Tony Landon
Larry Reynolds
as
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Whale for the Killing?▼
A Whale for the Killing is a Adventure, Drama, Family, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1981-02-01.
Who are the main actors in A Whale for the Killing?▼
The main cast includes Peter Strauss, Dee Wallace, Kathryn Walker, Bruce McGill, Ken James, .
Where can I watch A Whale for the Killing online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Whale for the Killing is available.
Is A Whale for the Killing based on a true story?▼
Nature betrayed it. Whalers wanted it. And a whole town is ready to kill it.
What is the IMDb rating of A Whale for the Killing?▼
A Whale for the Killing has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of A Whale for the Killing?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for A Whale for the Killing?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Playboy Enterprises, Beowulf Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was A Whale for the Killing filmed?▼
A Whale for the Killing was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is A Whale for the Killing?▼
The total runtime of A Whale for the Killing is 145 minutes.
Is A Whale for the Killing suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to A Whale for the Killing?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Whale for the Killing.
Does A Whale for the Killing have a post-credit scene?▼
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