3.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Orca (1977)
Orca (1977)
Overview
After witnessing the killing of his mate and offspring at the hands of a reckless Irish captain, a vengeful killer whale rampages through the fisherman's Newfoundland harbor. Under pressure from the villagers, the captain, a female marine biologist, and an Indigenous tribalist venture after the great beast, who will meet them on its own turf.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
Viewer Rating
3.9
Overview
After witnessing the killing of his mate and offspring at the hands of a reckless Irish captain, a vengeful killer whale rampages through the fisherman's Newfoundland harbor. Under pressure from the villagers, the captain, a female marine biologist, and an Indigenous tribalist venture after the great beast, who will meet them on its own turf.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central narrative critiques human exploitation of nature and champions animal sentience, portraying the devastating consequences of environmental disrespect, which aligns with left-leaning environmentalist values.
The movie includes visible diversity through the casting of a Native American actor in a significant supporting role. The narrative subtly critiques the exploitative actions of the white male protagonist through an indigenous perspective on nature, without explicitly targeting traditional identities themselves.
Secondary
The film "Orca, 1977" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its storyline is centered on a man's battle with a vengeful killer whale, leaving no room for such portrayals within its narrative scope.
The film "Orca, 1977" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The story centers on a man's battle with a vengeful killer whale, and there are no narrative elements that touch upon transgender identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Orca (1977) is an original film, not an adaptation of existing source material or a reboot. All characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there are no pre-established canonical genders to be swapped.
Orca (1977) is an original film, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. Its characters were created for this specific movie, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical racial depiction to compare against for a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.8
6.2
Critic Ratings
1.0
2.7
Who Made This
Actors
| Name | Role | Gender | Race | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Richard Harris | Captain Nolan | Male | White |  Ireland |
Charlotte Rampling | Rachel Bedford | Female | White |  United Kingdom |
Will Sampson | Umilak | Male | Native American |  United States |
Bo Derek | Annie | Female | White | United States |
Keenan Wynn | Novak | Male | White | United States |
Actor Breakdown
Gender
Male
Female
60%
40%
Race
White
80%
Native American
20%
Nationalities
Ireland
20%
United Kingdom
20%
United States
60%
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