Blue Whales: Return of the Giants

June 28 – November 29
11:00 a.m. | 2:00 p.m.
45 minutes

Get ready to dive into the incredible world of blue whales – the largest animals that have ever existed on Earth!

Buy Museum admission and save $3.95 on this IMAX show! Your purchase helps us offset studio fees and bring you the newest IMAX documentaries!

  • Duration: 45 minutes
  • Accenture IMAX Dome Theatre, Level 1
  • General Admission $8 | Members $7
  • All age groups

Explore the Oceans’ Giants!

Blue Whales: Return of the Giants” takes you on an epic adventure alongside real scientists studying these magnificent marine giants. Join two daring research teams as they track down blue whale families in far-off destinations. One crew heads to the exotic Seychelles Islands to search for a missing population. The other voyages to the stunning Gulf of California to observe whales up close.

Along the way, you’ll discover mind-blowing facts about blue whales’ massive size, awesome feeding abilities and amazing long-distance communication skills. Plus, you’ll meet some incredible ocean buddies like dolphins, sperm whales, sea lions and even orcas!

This inspiring IMAX film celebrates the incredible comeback of blue whales from the brink of extinction. Get swept up in their remarkable story as these true giants of the sea make their star turn on the huge screen. An unforgettable undersea journey awaits!

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