The Whales of August

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19871h 30m7.0(82 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

Two aged sisters reflect on life and the past during a late summer day in Maine.

The Whales of August (1987) is a drama film directed by Lindsay Anderson. It stars Bette Davis, Lillian Gish, and Vincent Price. The film runs for 1 hour 30 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.0 out of 10 from 82 votes.

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Director

Lindsay Anderson

Cast

Bette Davis

Libby Strong

Lillian Gish

Sarah Webber

Vincent Price

Mr. Maranov

Ann Sothern

Tisha Doughty

Harry Carey Jr.

Joshua Brackett

Margaret Ladd

Young Libby

Mary Steenburgen

Young Sarah

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Where can I watch The Whales of August?

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Who stars in The Whales of August?

The Whales of August stars Bette Davis, Lillian Gish, Vincent Price, and Ann Sothern, and was directed by Lindsay Anderson.

How long is The Whales of August?

The Whales of August has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes.

When did The Whales of August come out?

The Whales of August was released in 1987.

What genre is The Whales of August?

The Whales of August is a drama film.

Is The Whales of August worth watching?

The Whales of August holds an average audience score of 7.0 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.