Ring of Bright Water (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1969, Ring of Bright Water is a drama and family film directed by Jack Couffer, running about 107 minutes. “The stars, the warmth, the pleasure of Born Free.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Stuck in a dead-end job, Graham Merrill adopts an otter, Mij, as a pet and then moves to an isolated village in western Scotland. Together they set out to explore the curious and magnificent natural wonders that surround their seaside home. Soon, Graham finds himself falling in love with the beautiful town doctor, Mary. Before long, the three become inseparable friends.
Who’s in it. Ring of Bright Water stars Bill Travers as Graham Merrill, Virginia McKenna as Mary MacKenzie, Peter Jeffrey as Colin Wilcox and Jameson Clark as Storekeeper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Ring of Bright Water has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ring of Bright Water page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ring of Bright Water tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ring of Bright Water (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ring of Bright Water change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ring of Bright Water worth watching?
- Ring of Bright Water holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ring of Bright Water?
- Ring of Bright Water stars Bill Travers, Virginia McKenna, Peter Jeffrey, Jameson Clark and Helena Gloag.
- When was Ring of Bright Water released?
- Ring of Bright Water was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.