The Mad Whale

2017·Movie
1h 39min
IMDb5.6

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The Mad Whale fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Scare4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some dark humor and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor7
  • Satire & Parody6
  • Absurdist Humor5

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and show business

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Inmates at a women's mental asylum stage a theatrical production of Herman Melville's 'Moby Dick.'
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Crew

Directed by:
Uttera Singh, Ariel Heller, Jenna Cavelle

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Mad Whale legally?

PrimePeacockHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeDistroTV

The Mad Whale is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Hoopla, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mad Whale worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Mad Whale rated?

Disturbing imageryStrong language

Content advisories: disturbing imagery and strong language.

How long is The Mad Whale?

1 h 39 min

The Mad Whale runs 1 h 39 min.

What language is The Mad Whale in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Mad Whale?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mad Whale in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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