Whiplash movie poster

Whiplash

"The road to greatness can take you to the edge."

October 10, 2014 1h 47m 8.4/10 (16,218 votes)

Originally released in 2014. Whiplash is a drama/music film. directed by Damien Chazelle.

Starring Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, and Paul Reiser

Synopsis

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

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 10, 2014 11 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 8.4/10 Excellent (16,218 votes)
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Budget $3.3M Production budget
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Box Office $50.3M 15.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$3,300,000
Revenue
$50,307,484

Production Companies

  • Bold Films
  • Blumhouse Productions
  • Right of Way Films

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

How long is Whiplash?

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

When was Whiplash released?

Whiplash was released on October 10, 2014 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Whiplash?

The main cast of Whiplash includes Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Paul Reiser, Melissa Benoist, Austin Stowell.

Is Whiplash worth watching?

Whiplash has a user rating of 8.4/10 based on 16,218 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.