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Whiplash(2014)

1h 47mDrama, Music, ThrillerEnglish
8.4/10
16,674 user ratings

The road to greatness can take you to the edge.

Overview

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

Director

Damien Chazelle

Studio

Bold Films

Budget

$3M

Revenue

$50M

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Cast

Miles Teller

Miles Teller

as Andrew

J.K. Simmons

J.K. Simmons

as Fletcher

Paul Reiser

Paul Reiser

as Jim

Melissa Benoist

Melissa Benoist

as Nicole

Austin Stowell

Austin Stowell

as Ryan

Nate Lang

Nate Lang

as Carl

Chris Mulkey

Chris Mulkey

as Uncle Frank

Damon Gupton

Damon Gupton

as Mr. Kramer

Suanne Spoke

Suanne Spoke

as Aunt Emma

Max Kasch

Max Kasch

as Dorm Neighbor

Charlie Ian

Charlie Ian

as Dustin

Jayson Blair

Jayson Blair

as Travis

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Movie Facts

Release Year

2014

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

English

Rating

8.4 / 10

Budget

$3M

Box Office

$50M

Production Companies

Bold Films • Blumhouse Productions • Right of Way Films

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Where can I watch Whiplash?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Whiplash (2014).

What is Whiplash about?

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

Who directed Whiplash?

Whiplash was directed by Damien Chazelle and released in 2014. It is a drama, music, thriller film.

How long is Whiplash?

Whiplash has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

Who stars in Whiplash?

The cast of Whiplash includes Miles Teller as Andrew, J.K. Simmons as Fletcher, Paul Reiser as Jim, Melissa Benoist as Nicole, Austin Stowell as Ryan and more.

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