White Squall
1996, English. Directed by Ridley Scott.
The strongest will in nature is the will to survive.
In 1960, a hardy group of prep school students boards an old-fashioned sailing ship. With Capt. Christopher Sheldon at the helm, the oceangoing voyage is intended to teach the boys fortitude and discipline. But the youthful crew are about to get some unexpected instruction in survival when they get caught in the clutches of a white squall storm.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 426 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch White Squall
White Squall isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Ridley ScottDirector
- Jeff BridgesChristopher 'Skipper' Sheldon
- Caroline GoodallAlice Sheldon
- John SavageMcCrea
- Scott WolfChuck Gieg
- Jeremy SistoFrank Beaumont
- Ryan PhillippeGil Martin
- David LascherRobert Marsh
- Eric Michael ColeDean Preston
- Jason MarsdenShay Jennings
- David SelbyFrancis Beaumont
- Julio Oscar MechosoGirard Pascal
- Željko IvanekSanders
Details
- Released
- 2 February 1996
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Todd Robinson
- Budget
- $38M
- Box office
- $10M
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White Squall: quick answers
Is White Squall worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 426 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is White Squall?
White Squall runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does White Squall have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for White Squall. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
White Squall parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
White Squall is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is White Squall on?
White Squall isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like White Squall?
If you liked White Squall, try The Mercy, Cast Away, White Water Summer.
Who directed White Squall?
White Squall (1996) was directed by Ridley Scott and stars Jeff Bridges, Caroline Goodall, John Savage.