Whirlpool (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1950, Whirlpool is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Otto Preminger, running about 98 minutes. “Tomorrow she will know what she did tonight!!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The wife of a psychoanalyst falls prey to a devious quack hypnotist when he discovers she is an habitual shoplifter. Then one of his previous patients now being treated by the real doctor is found murdered, with her still at the scene, and suspicion points only one way.
Who’s in it. Whirlpool stars Gene Tierney as Ann Sutton, Richard Conte as Dr. William 'Bill' Sutton, José Ferrer as David Korvo and Charles Bickford as Lt. James Colton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, 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 Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Whirlpool (1950)?
- 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 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Whirlpool?
- Whirlpool stars Gene Tierney, Richard Conte, José Ferrer, Charles Bickford and Barbara O'Neil.
- When was Whirlpool released?
- Whirlpool was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.