Whiplash(2013)
Suffering is the soul of greatness.
Whiplash Synopsis
A ferocious, bullying music teacher teaches a dedicated student.
Whiplash (2013) is a drama and music film directed by Damien Chazelle, released on January 18, 2013 with a runtime of 18m. It stars Johnny Simmons, J.K. Simmons, Nate Lang and C.J. Vana. Viewers rate it 7.8 out of 10 across 429 ratings.
- Director:
- Damien Chazelle
- Writers:
- Damien Chazelle
- Producers:
- Helen Estabrook, Nicholas Britell
- Cinematographer:
- Edd Lukas
- Production:
- Whiplash Productions, Right of Way Films, Blumhouse Productions
- Status:
- Released
Whiplash Cast & Crew
Main cast
Johnny Simmons
as Andrew Neiman
J.K. Simmons
as Fletcher
Nate Lang
as Carl
C.J. Vana
as Metz
- Honora Javier
Honora Javier
as Amy
- Omari Grayson
Omari Grayson
as Trumpet Player
- Stuart Hammill
Stuart Hammill
as Trumpet Player
- Charlie Estes
Charlie Estes
as Trumpet Player
- Ranfins Rincon
Ranfins Rincon
as Trumpet Player
- John Greer
John Greer
as Trombone Player
- Paul Bradley Hanson
Paul Bradley Hanson
as Trombone Player
- Erik Hughes
Erik Hughes
as Trombone Player
Key crew
Directed by Damien Chazelle, written by Damien Chazelle, produced by Helen Estabrook and Nicholas Britell.
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Whiplash Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.8/10 from 429 ratings.
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Whiplash – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Whiplash online?
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Whiplash (2013) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Whiplash?
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The main cast of Whiplash (2013) includes Johnny Simmons, J.K. Simmons, Nate Lang, C.J. Vana and Honora Javier. The film was directed by Damien Chazelle. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Whiplash released?
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Whiplash was released on January 18, 2013 and runs for 18m.
Is Whiplash worth watching?
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Whiplash (2013) holds an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 from 429 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.