The Shipping News
2001, English. Directed by Lasse Hallström.
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An emotionally-beaten man with his young daughter moves to his ancestral home in Newfoundland to reclaim his life.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 440 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Shipping News
The Shipping News isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Lasse HallströmDirector
- Kevin SpaceyQuoyle
- Julianne MooreWavey Prowse
- Cate BlanchettPetal
- Judi DenchAgnis Hamm
- Pete PostlethwaiteTert Card
- Scott GlennJack Buggit
- Rhys IfansBeaufield Nutbeem
- Gordon PinsentBilly Pretty
- Jason BehrDennis Buggit
- Kate MoennigGrace Moosup
- Larry PineBayonet Melville
- Jeannetta ArnetteSilver Melville
Details
- Released
- 18 December 2001
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Nelson Jacobs
- Budget
- $38M
- Box office
- $25M
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What The Shipping News is based on
The Shipping News is based on The Shipping News, a 1993 novel by Annie Proulx.
Novel · 1993
The Shipping News
By Annie Proulx
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The Shipping News: quick answers
Is The Shipping News worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 440 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Shipping News?
The Shipping News runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does The Shipping News have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Shipping News. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Shipping News parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Shipping News is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Shipping News on?
The Shipping News isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Shipping News?
If you liked The Shipping News, try Unfaithful, Querelle, The Piano.
Who directed The Shipping News?
The Shipping News (2001) was directed by Lasse Hallström and stars Kevin Spacey, Julianne Moore, Cate Blanchett.
What is The Shipping News based on?
The Shipping News is based on The Shipping News, a 1993 novel by Annie Proulx.