Whale Shark Jack

Film - 2026 - Action & Adventure, Kids & Family

The story

Sarah, 12, lives on a boat with her parents, who research whale sharks. Her only friend is a whale shark named Jack, who Sarah rescued when he was a pup. But following a tragic accident, mum and Sarah move to the coastal town of Exmouth. Desperate to return to her old life, Sarah pegs all her hopes on Jack, certain that when his migration brings him back to Exmouth, mum will take her out on the boat again. But Jack fails to return, so Sarah embarks on a risky mission to find him.

Directed by

Khrob Edmonds, Miranda Edmonds

Starring

Alyla Browne, Abbie Cornish, Rachel Ward, Ursula Yovich, Michael Dorman, Karen O'Leary

Where to watch

stan

Ratings

IMDb 5.7 out of 10

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Film · 2026 · Action & Adventure · Kids & Family

Whale Shark Jack

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The story

Sarah, 12, lives on a boat with her parents, who research whale sharks. Her only friend is a whale shark named Jack, who Sarah rescued when he was a pup. But following a tragic accident, mum and Sarah move to the coastal town of Exmouth. Desperate to return to her old life, Sarah pegs all her hopes on Jack, certain that when his migration brings him back to Exmouth, mum will take her out on the boat again. But Jack fails to return, so Sarah embarks on a risky mission to find him.

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IMDb
5.7 / 10
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10 / 10
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Details
TypeFilm
GenreAction & Adventure, Kids & Family
Runtime1h 26m
RatedPG
Release2026-03-03
Where to watch
SStan
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