The Whispering Chorus (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1918, The Whispering Chorus is a drama film directed by Cecil B. DeMille, running about 86 minutes. “A picture that will live in your memory!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. John Trimble has embezzled and obtains another identity by having a mutilated body buried in his place. He is later arrested for murdering himself. During the trial his mother, before dying from shock, asks him to keep his identity secret since his wife is now married to the Governor and expecting a child.
Who’s in it. The Whispering Chorus stars Raymond Hatton as John Tremble, Kathlyn Williams as Jane Tremble, Edythe Chapman as John Tremble's mother and John Burton as Charles Barden, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Whispering Chorus has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Whispering Chorus page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Whispering Chorus tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Whispering Chorus (1918)?
- In US, The Whispering Chorus is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Whispering Chorus worth watching?
- The Whispering Chorus holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Whispering Chorus?
- The Whispering Chorus stars Raymond Hatton, Kathlyn Williams, Edythe Chapman, John Burton and Elliott Dexter.
- When was The Whispering Chorus released?
- The Whispering Chorus was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.