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Where to Watch The Squid and the Whale(2005)

Joint custody blows.

7.3IMDb
91%Rotten Tomatoes
82Metascore
ComedyDrama1h 21m

Looking for where to watch The Squid and the Whale? You can currently find The Squid and the Whale online through Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and Amazon Video. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.

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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The Squid and the Whale (2005), directed by Noah Baumbach, is a comedy film and is available to stream on 7 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 7.3/10 and 91% on Rotten Tomatoes from 1,066 ratings, it has mixed-to-positive reviews. Released in 2005, it's a 2000s comedy that continues to find new audiences through streaming.

The film stars Jeff Daniels, Laura Linney, and Jesse Eisenberg. At 81 minutes, it's a quick watch. Its compact length makes it a strong pick for a mid-week watch when you don't want to commit a full evening to a single film.

If you're looking to watch The Squid and the Whale online, the best option is Netflix for subscribers, and it's also included with Netflix Standard with Ads, so subscribers to any of those services can watch without an additional rental. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Billy Elliot, both of which are available to stream right now.

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Frequently asked

  • Yes — The Squid and the Whale is currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
  • The Squid and the Whale is available to stream on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads in the US.
  • No — The Squid and the Whale isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
  • No — The Squid and the Whale isn't on a free-with-ads service right now, but it's included with Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
  • The Squid and the Whale runs 1h 21m (81 minutes total).
  • IMDb 7.3/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 91% · Metacritic 82/100.

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