Whalefall (2026)
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Whalefall releases in New Zealand on 14 Oct 2026. A streaming release date will be listed here as soon as it's announced.
What the audience says
Whalefall is one of the more anticipated English releases on the calendar. It releases on 14 Oct 2026; mark your calendar if it's on your list.
Should you spend 98 minutes on it?
98 minutes of English thriller. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
- Skip if
- you'd rather not sit with tension for the whole runtime
- Best for
- A weeknight
Story
Following the death of his father, Jay Gardiner goes diving off the central Coast of California in search of his remains, but is swallowed by a massive sperm whale. While trapped inside its belly with only one hour of oxygen left, Jay comes to realize that the hard-earned lessons his father imparted may be the key to his escape.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 38m — short |
| Genre | Thriller |
| Language | English |
Director
Brian Duffield
Cast
When is Whalefall coming to streaming?
Whalefall hasn't had its theatrical release yet, and is due 14 Oct 2026. A streaming release date won't be set until after it opens — this page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Where to watch in New Zealand
Not out yet — nowhere to stream or rent it until it opens.
Trailer
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