Whooping Cough (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1987, Whooping Cough is a comedy and drama film directed by Péter Gárdos, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of 10-year-old boy and his family against the backdrop of the bloody events of 1956, in Budapest. Children do not yet understand what is going on, but they're happy because the schools are closed. But gradually, to adults and children comes the understanding that something terrible is happening. Disappearing relatives, friends, and even killed some. Tips sent an army to put down the counterrevolutionary rebellion.
Who’s in it. Whooping Cough stars Mari Törőcsik as Nagyi, Dezső Garas as Feri, az apa, Judit Hernádi as Franciska, az anya and Marcell Tóth as Tomi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Whooping Cough has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Whooping Cough page.
If you liked it. Fans of Whooping Cough tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Whooping Cough (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Whooping Cough change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Whooping Cough worth watching?
- Whooping Cough holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Whooping Cough?
- Whooping Cough stars Mari Törőcsik, Dezső Garas, Judit Hernádi, Marcell Tóth and Károly Eperjes.