The encyclopedia of documentary film

Use the old DocsPedia? Click here →
My Octopus Teacher poster

My Octopus Teacher

My Octopus Teacher

HDMovie202085 minDocumentary

After years of swimming every day in the freezing ocean at the tip of Africa, Craig Foster meets an unlikely teacher: a young octopus who displays remarkable curiosity. Visiting her den and tracking her movements for months on end he eventually wins the animal’s trust and they develop a never-before-seen bond between human and wild animal.

▶ Watch now

Where to watch My Octopus Teacher

Pick your country, then open the title on JustWatch to see the streaming, rental and purchase options listed there. Check the year and version if similar names appear.

▶ Watch now on JustWatch, opens in a new tab
Original title
My Octopus Teacher
Release date
September 4, 2020
Original language
English
Country
South Africa, United Kingdom
Runtime
85 minutes
Studio
The Sea Change Project, Off the Fence
TMDB audience rating
7.9 / 10 · 1,092 votes
Also known as
我的章鱼老师 · 我的八爪魚老師 · オクトパスの神秘: 海の賢者は語る · Professor Polvo
Status
Released

Cast and creators

Pippa EhrlichJames ReedCraig FosterTom Foster

You may also like

View all ›