Whiffs (1975): cast, story & where to watch

1975 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 1975, Whiffs is a comedy and crime film directed by Ted Post, running about 91 minutes. “The most hilarious military farce since M*A*S*H!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Elliott Gould steals Army nerve gas to help him rob banks when he’s kicked out of the military after 15 years of service as a human guinea pig in its chemical warfare experiments.

Who’s in it. Whiffs stars Elliott Gould as Dudley Frapper, Eddie Albert as Colonel Lockyer, Harry Guardino as Chops Mulligan and Godfrey Cambridge as Dusty, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Whiffs has been warmly received by audiences.

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 Whiffs page.

If you liked it. Fans of Whiffs tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Whiffs (1975)?
In US, Whiffs is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Whiffs worth watching?
Whiffs holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Whiffs?
Whiffs stars Elliott Gould, Eddie Albert, Harry Guardino, Godfrey Cambridge and Jennifer O'Neill.
When was Whiffs released?
Whiffs was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.