American Wisper (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2020, American Wisper is a thriller and crime film directed by Russ Emanuel, running about 91 minutes. “To catch a murderer, you need more than the police.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wisper, a successful bar owner, comes home to find his wife and children murdered. As the only black man in a white neighborhood, the police consider him a prime suspect, and Wisper is forced to try to solve the crime on his own.
Who’s in it. American Wisper stars Christian Barber as Josiah Wisper, Naaji Kenn as Laura, Lanisha Javon Gholston as Norma and Kenishia Green as Melonie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, American Wisper has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and Troma NOW and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch American Wisper page.
If you liked it. Fans of American Wisper tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch American Wisper (2020)?
- In US, American Wisper is available to stream on fuboTV and Troma NOW, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is American Wisper worth watching?
- American Wisper holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in American Wisper?
- American Wisper stars Christian Barber, Naaji Kenn, Lanisha Javon Gholston, Kenishia Green and Laquana Henny.
- When was American Wisper released?
- American Wisper was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.