3.2
The Whispering fingerprint
High energy, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Hopefulness3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
The mind, fantasy, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Complexity7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Whispering is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumThe mind, fantasy, and mystery
Its world is built around the mind, fantasy, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
Skip it if
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Death Calls Quietly
Actors
Crew
Titles like The Whispering
You are here: The Whispering
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with The Whispering
The Whispering1995
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Hellhole (2022)Exhuma (2024)Horror Express (1972)Phenomena (1985)Ghost Stories (2018)Cuckoo (2024)The Serpent and the Rainbow (1988)Angel Heart (1987)Byzantium (2013)The Mortuary Collection (2020)Dead & Buried (1981)Death Note: The Last Name (2006)The Blue Elephant (2014)Heartless (2010)The Empty Man (2020)Cronos (1993)The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)Q (1982)The Haunted Palace (1963)Annabelle Comes Home (2019)30 Coins (2020)The Eye (2002)Baskin (2015)Black Sabbath (1963)Stir of Echoes (1999)The Invisible Man (1933)Ju-on: The Grudge 2 (2003)The Blue Elephant 2 (2019)Dracula (2020)Hope (2026)Incantation (2022)Hellraiser (1987)Son of Frankenstein (1939)Carnival of Souls (1962)The Church (1989)Deep Red (1975)Triangle (2009)Viy (1967)Dolls (1987)The River (2012)Kill List (2011)Sinister (2012)The Old Ways (2021)Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022)The Legend of Hell House (1973)Magic (1978)Vidocq (2001)We Are Still Here (2015)Bhediya (2022)The Omen (1976)The Vigil (2020)Inferno (1980)Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed (2004)Prince of Darkness (1987)Four Flies on Grey Velvet (1971)Dark City (1998)Baramulla (2025)Shutter (2004)Anything for Jackson (2020)The Limehouse Golem (2016)White Noise 2: The Light (2007)The Isle (2019)Phantasm (1979)A Christmas Horror Story (2015)
Sequels and Prequels
Media
Questions about The Whispering
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Whispering worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 3.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Whispering rated?
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Whispering?
1 h 28 min
The Whispering runs 1 h 28 min.
What language is The Whispering in?
It was made in English, with some Turkish. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Whispering?
+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Whispering in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.