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MOVIE

When the Whales Came

TMDb6.4IMDbView on IMDb ↗1989-03-28· 100 min
Drama

A pair of children befriend an eccentric old man, who lives isolated on the far shore of their island home. But it turns out that the old man knows a terrible secret about the island and the whales who sometimes come. Meanwhile WWI is making life hard in the village.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “When the Whales Came” in the United Arab Emirates, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in the United Arab Emirates can differ from other countries.

Where to watch When the Whales Came in United Arab Emirates

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Disney+
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Not currently available on the supported providers in United Arab Emirates.

Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 25 Sept 2026.

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