The Whistler (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2010, The Whistler is a comedy film directed by Philippe Lefebvre, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Cannes, the French Riviera. Armand Teillard is happy with life; a busy store downtown, a delightful girlfriend, a magnificent record collection and lunch every day at Sofia and Martial's family restaurant with a perfect sea view. So when Sofia tells Armand that Zapetti, a property developer with mafia connections, is putting the squeeze on her to sell up, he is horrified. Armand is an easy-going guy, but when he gets mad... actually, Armand never gets mad. He leaves that to his twin brother, Maurice, The Whistler. When Maurice rides into town in his Aston Martin and designer suit, Zapetti, his mob and the corrupt local politicians are in trouble. But what if, behind the dyed hair and tinted contact lenses, Maurice and Armand are one and the same guy? Is Cannes big enough for the both of them?
Who’s in it. The Whistler stars François Berléand as Armand / Maurice Teillard, Thierry Lhermitte as Jean-Patrick Zapetti, Virginie Efira as Candice and Alain Chabat as Le contrôleur des impôts, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Whistler has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Whistler page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Whistler tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Whistler (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Whistler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Whistler worth watching?
- The Whistler holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Whistler?
- The Whistler stars François Berléand, Thierry Lhermitte, Virginie Efira, Alain Chabat and Sami Bouajila.
- When was The Whistler released?
- The Whistler was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.