Blackfish (2013)
Kernel Score: 88% · 1,172 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Documentary
Released: 2013-06-07
Runtime: 83 minutes
Where to watch Blackfish
- Stream: Prime Video, Fubo
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home, YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Notorious killer whale Tilikum is responsible for the deaths of three individuals, including a top killer whale trainer. Blackfish shows the sometimes devastating consequences of keeping such intelligent and sentient creatures in captivity.
Blackfish parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this documentary examines fatal orca attacks on trainers and the trauma of keeping killer whales in captivity.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Documents real fatal attacks by a captive killer whale on trainers, including deaths and disturbing incidents.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Dean Gomersall as Self
- Samantha Berg as Self
- John Jett as Self
- John Hargrove as Self
- Carol Ray as Self
- Jeffrey Ventre as Self
- Kim Ashdown as Self
- Ken Balcomb as Self
- Mark Simmons as Self
- Thomas Tobin as Self
Blackfish FAQ
Is Blackfish good?
Blackfish has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,172 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Blackfish?
In the US you can stream Blackfish on Prime Video and Fubo, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home and YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Blackfish OK for kids?
Blackfish is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this documentary examines fatal orca attacks on trainers and the trauma of keeping killer whales in captivity.
What movies are like Blackfish?
If you liked Blackfish, try The Cove, Koyaanisqatsi, 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible and Making Squid Game: The Challenge.