Movie

Nanook of the North

“A story of life and love in the actual Arctic.”

★ 7.1(324)19221h 19m

Nanook of the North is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo, GuideDoc, Fandor Amazon Channel, Eternal Family and HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Robert Flaherty
Release date: 1922-06-11
Runtime: 1h 19m
Language: No Language
Budget: $53,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Les Frères Revillon

Nanook of the North — trailer

About Nanook of the North

Nanook of the North is a 1922 movie in the Documentary and Drama genres, directed by Robert Flaherty, starring Allakariallak, Alice Nevalinga and Cunayou. It has a runtime of 1 hour 19 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 324 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Nanook of the North in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This pioneering documentary film depicts the lives of the indigenous Inuit people of Canada's northern Quebec region. Although the production contains some fictional elements, it vividly shows how its resourceful subjects survive in such a harsh climate, revealing how they construct their igloo homes and find food by hunting and fishing. The film also captures the beautiful, if unforgiving, frozen landscape of the Great White North, far removed from conventional civilization.

Cast

Allakariallak

Nanook

Alice Nevalinga

Nanook's Wife - the Smiling One

Cunayou

Cunayou - Nanook's Daughter

Allegoo

Allegoo - Nanook's Son

Allee

Allee - Nanook's Son

Themes & keywords

canadawinterfishingpolar zoneharpooninuitquebechuskykayakwalrusarctic polar circle regionsilent film

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Nanook of the North in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Nanook of the North on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo, GuideDoc, Fandor Amazon Channel, Eternal Family and HBO Max. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Nanook of the North on Netflix?+

Nanook of the North is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo, GuideDoc, Fandor Amazon Channel, Eternal Family and HBO Max.

How long is Nanook of the North?+

Nanook of the North has a runtime of 1 hour 19 minutes (79 minutes).

Who stars in Nanook of the North?+

Nanook of the North stars Allakariallak, Alice Nevalinga, Cunayou, Allegoo and Allee.

When did Nanook of the North come out?+

Nanook of the North is a 1922 movie directed by Robert Flaherty.

What genre is Nanook of the North?+

Nanook of the North is Documentary and Drama film.

Who directed Nanook of the North?+

Nanook of the North was directed by Robert Flaherty.