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1989100 minDrama

When the Whales Came

Is When the Whales Came a Hit or Flop?

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Is When the Whales Came worth watching? With a rating of 6.3/10, this Drama film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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When the Whales Came 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is When the Whales Came worth watching?

When the Whales Came has received mixed reviews with a 6.3/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama movies.

Is When the Whales Came hit or flop?

When the Whales Came has received average ratings (6.3/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is When the Whales Came?

When the Whales Came is a Drama movie that 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 ...

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