Synopsis: A widow who works at a local aquarium finds joy again when she forms an unlikely bond with a Giant Pacific Octopus and a wayward young man who comes to town in search of family. Together, they will uncover a mystery that will lead them to a life-changing discovery and restore their sense of wonder. Based on the best-selling book. (Courtesy Netflix, 2026)
The Cast:
Sally Field
Lewis Pullman
Colm Meaney
Joan Chen
Kathy Baker
Beth Grant
Sofia Black D’Elia
Alfred Molina
Production Credits:
Director: Olivia Newman
Screenplay by: Olivia Newman and John Whittington
Based on the book by: Shelby Van Pelt
Produced by: Bryan Unkeless, Peter Craig, David Levine
Executive produced by: Shelby Van Pelt, Erika Hampson, Olivia Newman, Alisa Tager, Tony Lipp, Alyssa Rodrigues
Premiere Date:
It premiered Friday, May 8th, 2026 on Netflix.
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