My Octopus Teacher (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 2020, My Octopus Teacher is a documentary film directed by Philippa Ehrlich, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. After years of swimming every day in the freezing ocean at the tip of Africa, Craig Foster meets an unlikely teacher: a young octopus who displays remarkable curiosity. Visiting her den and tracking her movements for months on end he eventually wins the animal’s trust and they develop a never-before-seen bond between human and wild animal.
Who’s in it. My Octopus Teacher stars Craig Foster as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, My Octopus Teacher sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Octopus Teacher page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Octopus Teacher (2020)?
- In US, My Octopus Teacher is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is My Octopus Teacher worth watching?
- My Octopus Teacher holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in My Octopus Teacher?
- My Octopus Teacher stars Craig Foster.
- When was My Octopus Teacher released?
- My Octopus Teacher was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.