This program tells the story of the notorious performing whale Tilikum, who has taken the lives of several people while in captivity. BLACKFISH expands on the discussion of keeping such intelligent creatures in captivity.

Teacher's guide available under Additional info tag. Contains mature thematic elements including disturbing and violent images i.e. killer whale attacking humans causes death.

Special features: A note from Director Gabriela Cowperthwaite Kanduke "Death by Mosquito" in Marine Parks Orca TeethShow the Stress of Orcas in Captivity Recollections of a FormerSeaWorld Trainer The Truth about Wild Whales Alternatives toCaptivity Director and Producer Commentary.