The Whales of August
Seen it?1987 | 90 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved The Color Purple or Amadeus, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 30 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Two aged sisters reflect on life and the past during a late summer day in Maine.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
64% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Oscar.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$1 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 50K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Lindsay Anderson
- Bette DavisLibby Strong
- Lillian GishSarah Webber
- Vincent PriceMr. Maranov
- Ann SothernTisha Doughty
- Harry Carey Jr.Joshua Brackett
- Margaret LaddYoung Libby
- Mary SteenburgenYoung Sarah
- Tisha SterlingYoung Tisha
- Frank GrimesMr. Beckwith
- Frank PitkinOld Randall