The Squid and the Whale
Based on the true childhood experiences of Noah Baumbach and his brother, The Squid and the Whale tells the touching story of two young boys dealing with their parents' divorce in Brooklyn in the 1980s.
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Squid and the Whale Trailer (2005)
From the Archives: Noah Baumbach on The Squid and the Whale | NYFF43
'The Squid and the Whale' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times
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Frequently asked questions about The Squid and the Whale
Where can I watch The Squid and the Whale in the United States?
The Squid and the Whale is available to stream on Netflix and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Squid and the Whale on Netflix?
Yes. The Squid and the Whale is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.
Can I watch The Squid and the Whale for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Squid and the Whale needs a subscription to Netflix and Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale scores 7.0 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, 81% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 77 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale stars Jeff Daniels, Laura Linney, Jesse Eisenberg, Owen Kline, and William Baldwin. Noah Baumbach is the director.
How long is The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale runs 1h 21m (81 minutes).
When did The Squid and the Whale come out?
The Squid and the Whale was released on October 5, 2005.
Which studio made The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale was produced by Original Media, American Empirical Pictures, and Peter Newman/Interal in the United States.
What was the budget for The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale was made on a budget of $1,500,000.
How much did The Squid and the Whale make at the box office?
The Squid and the Whale grossed $11,100,000 worldwide, against a budget of $1,500,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.