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The Squid and the Whale

DramaComedy18+ (R)20051h 21m
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The Squid and the Whale (2005)

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7.3/10
88.1K Votes
Drama Comedy Rated: 18+ (R)20051h 21m

Follows two young boys dealing with their parents' divorce in Brooklyn in the 1980s.The Squid and the Whale featuring Jeff Daniels and Laura Linney is streaming with subscription on Netflix, streaming with subscription on Netflix Basic, streaming via tv everywhere with STARZ (Via Cable/Satellite Provider), and 11 others. It's a comedy and drama movie with a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.3 (88,054 votes).

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Currently you are able to watch The Squid and the Whale streaming on AMC+ (Via Prime Video), Kanopy, Netflix, STARZ (Via Cable/Satellite Provider), Sundance Now (Via Prime Video), AMC+, DIRECTV Stream, and Netflix Basic. It is also possible to buy The Squid and the Whale on Prime Video, Google Play, VUDU, YouTube, iTunes, Microsoft Store, and Apple TV or rent it on Prime Video, Google Play, VUDU, YouTube, iTunes, Microsoft Store, and Apple TV.

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The Squid and the Whale is a compelling exploration of a family dealing with divorce, offering a poignant and often humorous look at the struggles of two young boys in the 1980s Brooklyn.

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The movie is highly rated by audiences, with an IMDb score of 7.3 and a Reelgood score of 71, indicating its strong storytelling and engaging performances.

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As a blend of Comedy and Drama genres, The Squid and the Whale provides a balanced mix of emotional depth and light-hearted moments, making it a versatile viewing experience.

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#4,273 Ranked Movie

#7 Ranked in Movies on Sundance Now

#207 Ranked in New York Movies

#894 Ranked in Comedy Movies

The Squid and the Whale has a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.3 (88,054 votes). The movie is somewhat popular with Reelgood users lately.

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The Squid and the Whale Overview

Follows two young boys dealing with their parents' divorce in Brooklyn in the 1980s.

Age rating: 18+ (R)
Runtime: 1h 21m

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Related Genres: DramaComedy
Related Tags: New York
Country of origin: America
Available to watch on: NetflixStarzKanopyDIRECTV STREAM
Original Release Date: Dec 16, 2005