Whirlpool (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1934, Whirlpool is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Roy William Neill, running about 80 minutes. “His was a life of the past...theirs of the future!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An ex-convict tries to connect with the daughter who doesn't even know he exists.
Who’s in it. Whirlpool stars Jack Holt as Buck Rankin, Jean Arthur as Sandra Rankin Morrison, Donald Cook as Bob Andrews and Allen Jenkins as Mac, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Whirlpool has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Whirlpool page.
If you liked it. Fans of Whirlpool tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Whirlpool (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Whirlpool change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Whirlpool worth watching?
- Whirlpool holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Whirlpool?
- Whirlpool stars Jack Holt, Jean Arthur, Donald Cook, Allen Jenkins and Lila Lee.
- When was Whirlpool released?
- Whirlpool was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.