The Cove
The Cove tells the amazing true story of how an elite team of individuals, films makers and free divers embarked on a covert mission to penetrate the hidden cove in Japan, shining light on a dark and deadly secret. The shocking discoveries were only the tip of the iceberg.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo, Fandor, DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, and The Roku 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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Frequently asked questions about The Cove
Where can I watch The Cove in the United States?
The Cove is available to stream on Philo, Fandor, DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, and The Roku 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.
Can I watch The Cove for free?
The Cove streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and Fandango at Home Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Cove?
The Cove scores 8.0 on The Movie Database, 8.4 on IMDb, 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 79 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Cove?
The Cove stars Hayden Panettiere, Joe Chisholm, Mandy-Rae Cruikshank, Charles Hambleton, and Simon Hutchins. Louie Psihoyos is the director.
How long is The Cove?
The Cove runs 1h 32m (92 minutes).
When did The Cove come out?
The Cove was released on July 31, 2009.
Which studio made The Cove?
The Cove was produced by Quickfire Films, Diamond Docs, and SkyFish Films in the United States.
How much did The Cove make at the box office?
The Cove grossed $1,162,422 worldwide.
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.