# Where to watch When the Whales Came (1989) in the UK

> When the Whales Came (1989) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1989  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T17:26:02.225Z)  

## Synopsis

A pair of children befriend an eccentric old man, who lives isolated on the far shore of their island home. But it turns out that the old man knows a terrible secret about the island and the whales who sometimes come. Meanwhile WWI is making life hard in the village.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=When%20the%20Whales%20Came&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=When%20the%20Whales%20Came&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch When the Whales Came in the UK?**

When the Whales Came (1989) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent When the Whales Came?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of When the Whales Came?**

Yes. When the Whales Came can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is When the Whales Came on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

When the Whales Came is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/173638/when-the-whales-came-1989
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/x2zOwb1t8aPFN9WW9PH3l29wiWj.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/173638/when-the-whales-came-1989.json

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