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Zoo

2018·Movie·PG·96 min·6.7(109)

The true story of a larger than life friendship

Young Tom and his misfit friends fight to save 'Buster' the baby elephant during the German air raid bombings of Belfast in 1941.

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Where to watch Zoo in United States

Click a service to open Zoo there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.

Where is Zoo streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAngel Studios, Kanopy, HooplaAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
United KingdomSky Go, Now TV CinemaApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store
AustraliaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
GermanyAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Netzkino Select Amazon Channel, JoynApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceAmazon Prime Video, Molotov TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Rakuten TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
BrazilApple TV Store
South KoreaWatchaGoogle Play Movies

About Zoo

Zoo is a 2018 English-language family, war and history film directed by Colin McIvor. The cast is led by Art Parkinson, Emily Flain, Toby Jones. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Angel Studios, Kanopy, Hoopla.

Zoo was produced by Ripple World Pictures and Wee Buns Films and made in United Kingdom and Ireland. It was released on June 8, 2018, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $4 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.

Director
Colin McIvor
Writers
Colin McIvor
Release date
June 8, 2018
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom, Ireland
Budget
$4 million
Box office
$0 million
Production
Ripple World Pictures, Wee Buns Films
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Zoo cast & crew

Zoo was directed by Colin McIvor and written by Colin McIvor.

The cast features Art Parkinson as Tom Hall, Emily Flain as Jane Berry, Toby Jones as Security Guard Charlie, Ian O'Reilly as Pete, Ian McElhinney as Mr. Shawcross, and Penelope Wilton as Denise Austin.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Mark Thomas, cinematography is by Damien Elliott, and it was produced by Katy Jackson and Jacqueline Kerrin.

Is Zoo worth watching?

Zoo holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 109 ratings, a solidly received family films.

At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy family, war, and history, Zoo is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Zoo

In United States, you can stream Zoo on Angel Studios, Kanopy, and Hoopla, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of Zoo

Art Parkinson

Art Parkinson

Tom Hall

Emily Flain

Emily Flain

Jane Berry

Toby Jones

Toby Jones

Security Guard Charlie

Ian O'Reilly

Ian O'Reilly

Pete

Ian McElhinney

Ian McElhinney

Mr. Shawcross

Penelope Wilton

Penelope Wilton

Denise Austin

James Stockdale

James Stockdale

Mickey

Damian O'Hare

Damian O'Hare

George Hall

Amy Huberman

Amy Huberman

Emily Hall

Stephen Hagan

Stephen Hagan

Jake

Lalor Roddy

Lalor Roddy

Curfew Man 1

Frank Cannon

Frank Cannon

Zookeeper

Zoo — FAQs

Where can I watch Zoo in United States?

Zoo is streaming on Angel Studios, Kanopy, Hoopla in United States.

Is Zoo on Angel Studios?

Yes — Zoo is currently available on Angel Studios in United States.

What language is Zoo in?

Zoo is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Zoo?

Zoo runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).

What is Zoo rated?

Zoo is rated PG. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 109 ratings.

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