Whirlpool (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1935, Whirlpool is a drama and romance film directed by Edmond T. Gréville, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. The happiness of a newly-married couple, Henry and Jeannie Saint Clair, is shattered when the husband is made a paralytic in an automobile accident. The wife still loves him, although he is incapable of any physical love. She is slowly drawn into a short-lived affair with a handsome athlete, Robert Vanier. When the husband learns of the affair, he commits suicide. But the wife cannot forget him and she sends her lover away.
Who’s in it. Whirlpool stars Jeanne Boitel as Jeanne Saint-Clair, Jean Galland as Henry Saint-Clair, Maurice Maillot as Robert Vanier and Françoise Rosay as Madame Gardane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, 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 (1935)?
- 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 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Whirlpool?
- Whirlpool stars Jeanne Boitel, Jean Galland, Maurice Maillot, Françoise Rosay and Diana Sari.
- When was Whirlpool released?
- Whirlpool was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.