Whirlpool (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1959, Whirlpool is a drama and crime film directed by Lewis Allen, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. The ex-girlfriend (Juliette Greco) of a German fugitive hides with the captain (O.W. Fischer) and crew of a ship on the Rhine.
Who’s in it. Whirlpool stars O.W. Fischer as Rolf, Juliette Gréco as Lora, Muriel Pavlow as Dina and William Sylvester as Hermann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, 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 (1959)?
- 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 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Whirlpool?
- Whirlpool stars O.W. Fischer, Juliette Gréco, Muriel Pavlow, William Sylvester and Marius Goring.
- When was Whirlpool released?
- Whirlpool was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.