Envoy: Shark Cull (2021): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2021, Envoy: Shark Cull is a documentary film directed by Andrea Borella, running about 90 minutes. “In-depth knowledge and expertise to shed light on this scarcely understood topic” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Envoy: Shark Cull is a fascinating, deeply moving documentary narrated by Eric Bana, which sheds light on the real story behind the coastal ‘shark safety’ programs in Queensland and New South Wales. The current methods of baited drum-lines and nets have not only been scientifically proven to be ineffective in protecting swimmers and surfers, leaving them at risk in the sea, but these outdated solutions continue to be allowed to negatively impact entire marine ecosystems—including the Great Barrier Reef. Follows some of the biggest names in ocean conservation, such as Sea Shepherd, Ocean Ramsey and Madison Stewart. We will join these experts as they explore and expose this scarcely understood topic. We will also learn the importance of sharks in our oceans while uncovering the longest marine cull in history.

Who’s in it. Envoy: Shark Cull stars Eric Bana as Narrator (voice), Paul de Gelder as Self, Layne Beachley as Self and Madison Stewart as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Envoy: Shark Cull sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Envoy: Shark Cull page.

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