Three Cheers for the Whale (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1972, Three Cheers for the Whale is a documentary film directed by Chris Marker, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. Three Cheers for the Whale chronicles the history of mankind’s relationship with the largest and most majestic of marine mammals, and graphically exposes their slaughter by the fishing industry.
Who’s in it. Three Cheers for the Whale stars Casamayor as Voix magistrale (voice), Valérie Mayoux as Voix intérieure (voice) and Lalan as Voix musicale (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Three Cheers for the Whale has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Cheers for the Whale page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Cheers for the Whale (1972)?
- In US, Three Cheers for the Whale is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Three Cheers for the Whale worth watching?
- Three Cheers for the Whale holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Three Cheers for the Whale?
- Three Cheers for the Whale stars Casamayor, Valérie Mayoux and Lalan.
- When was Three Cheers for the Whale released?
- Three Cheers for the Whale was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.