Whale Rider
2003, English. Directed by Niki Caro.
In the ways of the ancients she found a hope for the future.
A contemporary story of love, rejection, and triumph as a young Māori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch Whale Rider
Whale Rider is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and AMC Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 30 January 2003
- Country
- Germany, New Zealand
- Written by
- Niki Caro
- Budget
- $8M
- Box office
- $41M
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What Whale Rider is based on
Whale Rider is based on The Whale Rider by Witi Ihimaera.
The Whale Rider
By Witi Ihimaera
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Whale Rider: quick answers
Is Whale Rider worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 468 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Whale Rider?
Whale Rider runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Whale Rider have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Whale Rider. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Whale Rider parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Whale Rider is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Whale Rider on?
Whale Rider is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and AMC Plus in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Whale Rider?
If you liked Whale Rider, try Fly Away Home, Once Were Warriors, Duma.
Who directed Whale Rider?
Whale Rider (2003) was directed by Niki Caro and stars Keisha Castle-Hughes, Rawiri Paratene, Vicky Haughton.
What is Whale Rider based on?
Whale Rider is based on The Whale Rider by Witi Ihimaera.