Orca
“Terror just beneath the surface.”
After witnessing the killing of his mate and offspring at the hands of a reckless Irish captain, a vengeful killer whale rampages through the fisherman's Newfoundland harbor. Under pressure from the villagers, the captain, a female marine biologist, and an Indigenous tribalist venture after the great beast, who will meet them on its own turf.
Where to watch Orca in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Orca there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Orca streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Studiocanal Presents MOVIECULT Amazon Channel, Moviecult Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR Play | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Oldflix | — |
| Japan | U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Orca
Orca is a 1977 English-language horror and thriller film directed by Michael Anderson. The cast is led by Richard Harris, Charlotte Rampling, Will Sampson. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Orca was produced by DDL Cinematografica and Famous Films Productions and made in Italy and Netherlands. It was released on July 22, 1977, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $18 million, it went on to gross $15 million worldwide.
- Director
- Michael Anderson
- Writers
- Sergio Donati, Luciano Vincenzoni
- Release date
- July 22, 1977
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Italy, Netherlands
- Budget
- $18 million
- Box office
- $15 million
- Production
- DDL Cinematografica, Famous Films Productions
Orca cast & crew
Orca was directed by Michael Anderson and written by Sergio Donati and Luciano Vincenzoni.
The cast features Richard Harris as Captain Nolan, Charlotte Rampling as Rachel Bedford, Will Sampson as Umilak, Bo Derek as Annie, Keenan Wynn as Novak, and Robert Carradine as Ken.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Ennio Morricone, cinematography is by Ted Moore, and it was produced by Dino De Laurentiis and Luciano Vincenzoni.
Is Orca worth watching?
Orca holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 464 ratings, a solidly received horror films.
At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror and thriller, Orca is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Orca
Orca isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Orca
Richard Harris
Captain Nolan
Charlotte Rampling
Rachel Bedford
Will Sampson
Umilak
Bo Derek
Annie
Keenan Wynn
Novak
Robert Carradine
Ken
Scott Walker
Al Swain
Peter Hooten
Paul
Wayne Heffley
Priest
Vincent Gentile
Gas Station Attendant
Don 'Red' Barry
Dock Worker
Orca — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Orca in United States?
Orca is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Orca in?
Orca is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Orca?
Orca runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).
▸What is Orca rated?
Orca is rated PG. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 464 ratings.
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