Moby Dick (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1930, Moby Dick is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Lloyd Bacon, running about 80 minutes. “Thar she blows!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Herman Melville's mad Capt. Ahab (John Barrymore) spends years hunting the white whale that got his leg.
Who’s in it. Moby Dick stars John Barrymore as Ahab, Joan Bennett as Faith, Lloyd Hughes as Derek and Noble Johnson as Queequeg, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Moby Dick has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Moby Dick page.
If you liked it. Fans of Moby Dick tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Moby Dick (1930)?
- In US, Moby Dick is available to stream on YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Moby Dick worth watching?
- Moby Dick holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Moby Dick?
- Moby Dick stars John Barrymore, Joan Bennett, Lloyd Hughes, Noble Johnson and Nigel De Brulier.
- When was Moby Dick released?
- Moby Dick was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.