The Squid and the Whale

1h 21m · 2005 · Directed by Noah Baumbach · 3.7 / 5 on Letterboxd

The Squid and the Whale (2005) runs 1h 21m, directed by Noah Baumbach. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Based on the true childhood experiences of Noah Baumbach and his brother, The Squid and the Whale tells the touching story of two young boys dealing with their parents' divorce in Brooklyn in the 1980s.

Genres: Drama, Comedy

Where to watch: Netflix (US, checked 9 July 2026)