Whiplash (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 2013, Whiplash is a drama and music film directed by Damien Chazelle, running about 18 minutes. “Suffering is the soul of greatness.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A ferocious, bullying music teacher teaches a dedicated student. This is the 18 minute short film that the feature film was based on.
Who’s in it. Whiplash stars Johnny Simmons as Andrew Neiman, J.K. Simmons as Fletcher, Nate Lang as Carl and C.J. Vana as Metz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Whiplash has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Whiplash page.
If you liked it. Fans of Whiplash tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Whiplash (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Whiplash change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Whiplash worth watching?
- Whiplash holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Whiplash?
- Whiplash stars Johnny Simmons, J.K. Simmons, Nate Lang, C.J. Vana and Honora Javier.
- When was Whiplash released?
- Whiplash was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.