The Whistler (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1944, The Whistler is a thriller and mystery film directed by William Castle, running about 60 minutes. “Radio's Master of Mystery... Now on the Screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A guilt-ridden man blames himself for his wife's death and secretly pays an assassin to kill him. But then he finds out that his wife isn't dead at all. And now the assassin is on his trail, with no way to call off the hit.
Who’s in it. The Whistler stars Richard Dix as Earl C. Conrad, Gloria Stuart as Alice Walker, J. Carrol Naish as The Killer and Alan Dinehart as Gorman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Whistler 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 The Whistler page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Whistler tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Whistler (1944)?
- 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 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Whistler?
- The Whistler stars Richard Dix, Gloria Stuart, J. Carrol Naish, Alan Dinehart and Trevor Bardette.
- When was The Whistler released?
- The Whistler was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.