The Whales of August
1987, English. Directed by Lindsay Anderson.
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Two aged sisters reflect on life and the past during a late summer day in Maine.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch The Whales of August
The Whales of August is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Details
- Released
- 14 October 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Berry
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What The Whales of August is based on
The Whales of August is adapted from a play or musical.
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The Whales of August: quick answers
Is The Whales of August worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 84 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Whales of August?
The Whales of August runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Whales of August have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Whales of August. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Whales of August parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Whales of August is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Whales of August on?
The Whales of August is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Whales of August?
If you liked The Whales of August, try Marvin's Room, Dancing at Lughnasa, A Streetcar Named Desire.
Who directed The Whales of August?
The Whales of August (1987) was directed by Lindsay Anderson and stars Bette Davis, Lillian Gish, Vincent Price.
What is The Whales of August based on?
The Whales of August is adapted from a play or musical.