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The Whale

The Whale

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

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Whale
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2022-12-09
  • Runtime: 117 minutes
  • Rating: 7.812/10 (4241 votes)
  • Budget: $3,000,000
  • Revenue: $55,101,305
  • Production Companies: A24, Protozoa Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.4435
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Brendan Fraser

Brendan Fraser

as Charlie

Sadie Sink

Sadie Sink

as Ellie

Ty Simpkins

Ty Simpkins

as Thomas

Hong Chau

Hong Chau

as Liz

Samantha Morton

Samantha Morton

as Mary

Sathya Sridharan

Sathya Sridharan

as Dan the Pizza Man

Jacey Sink

Jacey Sink

as Young Ellie

Allison Altman

Allison Altman

as Young Mary (uncredited)

Lance Oppenheim

Lance Oppenheim

as Julian (uncredited)

Grace Perkins

Grace Perkins

as Maddie (uncredited)

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Trailers & Clips

Brendan Fraser Wins Best Actor in a Leading Role for 'The Whale' | 95th Oscars (2023)

'The Whale' Wins Best Makeup and Hairstyling | 95th Oscars (2023)

Special Feature - Creating Atmosphere with a Flute

Special Feature - The Apartment

Best Actor Brendan Fraser | Oscars95 Press Room Speech

Keywords

depressionnursemissionaryidahobibleoverweight manbased on play or musicaldying manobesityreligiondeath of loverrebellious daughterrecluselgbteating disorderempathyteen angerenglish teacherabandonmentalcoholic motherfather daughter relationshiphomosexual fatheressayreligious symbolismfather daughter estrangementmorbidly obesebinge eatingqueer loneliness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Whale?

The Whale is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2022-12-09.

Who are the main actors in The Whale?

The main cast includes Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Ty Simpkins, Hong Chau, Samantha Morton, .

Where can I watch The Whale online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Whale is available.

Is The Whale based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Whale?

The Whale has an IMDb rating of 7.812/10 based on 4241 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Whale?

The movie had a production budget of $3,000,000 and earned $55,101,305 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Whale?

The soundtrack was composed by A24, Protozoa Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Whale filmed?

The Whale was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Whale?

The total runtime of The Whale is 117 minutes.

Is The Whale suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Whale?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Whale.

Does The Whale have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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