The Squid and the Whale
"Joint custody blows."
Originally released in 2005. The Squid and the Whale is a comedy/drama film. directed by Noah Baumbach. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jeff Daniels, Laura Linney, and Jesse Eisenberg
Synopsis
Based on the true childhood experiences of Noah Baumbach and his brother, The Squid and the Whale tells the touching story of two young boys dealing with their parents' divorce in Brooklyn in the 1980s.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (1,049 votes)
Budget
$1.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$11.1M
7.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,500,000
- Revenue
- $11,100,000
Production Companies
- Destination Films
- Original Media
- American Empirical Pictures
- Peter Newman/Interal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Squid and the Whale about?
Based on the true childhood experiences of Noah Baumbach and his brother, The Squid and the Whale tells the touching story of two young boys dealing with their parents' divorce in Brooklyn in the 1...
Who directed The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale was directed by Noah Baumbach.
How long is The Squid and the Whale?
The Squid and the Whale has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was The Squid and the Whale released?
The Squid and the Whale was released on October 5, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Squid and the Whale?
The main cast of The Squid and the Whale includes Jeff Daniels, Laura Linney, Jesse Eisenberg, Owen Kline, William Baldwin.
Is The Squid and the Whale worth watching?
The Squid and the Whale has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 1,049 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.