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The Squid and the Whale

R20051h 21mNoah Baumbach
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 91% · Metacritic 82

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"Joint custody blows."

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.

ComedyDrama
UniformNew York CityMuseumComing Of AgeWriterPrivateBrooklyn, New York CityTrystSemi AutobiographicalBroken Family

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Squid and the Whale (2005) 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 1980s.

Who stars in The Squid and the Whale?

The Squid and the Whale stars Jeff Daniels (Bernard Berkman), Laura Linney (Joan Berkman), Jesse Eisenberg (Walt Berkman), Owen Kline (Frank Berkman), William Baldwin (Ivan). The film was directed by Noah Baumbach.

How long is The Squid and the Whale?

The Squid and the Whale has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2005. It is rated R.

Is The Squid and the Whale worth watching?

The Squid and the Whale holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Comedy, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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