Movie

Very Like a Whale

★ 5.0(2)19811h 23m

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Good to know

Director: Alan Bridges
Release date: 1981-01-02
Runtime: 1h 23m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Black Lion Films

About Very Like a Whale

Very Like a Whale is a 1981 movie, directed by Alan Bridges, starring Alan Bates, Gemma Jones and Ann Bell. It has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Very Like a Whale in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Theme of a powerful and respected man tearing his life to pieces.

Cast

Alan Bates

Sir Jock Mellor

Gemma Jones

Lady Mellor

Ann Bell

Barbara Mellor

Anna Cropper

Journalist

Ian Hogg

Stephen Grain

William Merrow

Party Guest

Martin Smith

Party Guest

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Very Like a Whale in Ireland?+

Very Like a Whale is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Ireland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Very Like a Whale on Netflix?+

Very Like a Whale is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How long is Very Like a Whale?+

Very Like a Whale has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

Who stars in Very Like a Whale?+

Very Like a Whale stars Alan Bates, Gemma Jones, Ann Bell, Anna Cropper and Ian Hogg.

When did Very Like a Whale come out?+

Very Like a Whale is a 1981 movie directed by Alan Bridges.

Who directed Very Like a Whale?+

Very Like a Whale was directed by Alan Bridges.