Whiplash (2014)
▸ Must watch
Whiplash is streaming in the UAE on Shahid VIP.
The verdict
Whiplash has pulled the kind of numbers most English films never see. It's sitting at 8.4/10 on TMDB across 17,102 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. The 107-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. In the UAE you can stream it on Shahid VIP.
Should you spend 1h 47m on it?
1h 47m of English drama with a music streak. That score holds across 17,102 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.4/10 across 17,102 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 47m |
| Genre | Drama / Music |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Damien Chazelle
Cast
Miles Teller
Andrew
J.K. Simmons
Fletcher
Paul Reiser
Jim
Melissa Benoist
Nicole
Austin Stowell
Ryan
Nate Lang
Carl
Where to watch in the UAE
Shahid VIP
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreApple TV Store
Availability as of 22 Sep 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Whiplash worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.4/10 on audience ratings. 1h 47m of English drama with a music streak. That score holds across 17,102 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
Where can I watch Whiplash?
You can stream Whiplash in the UAE on Shahid VIP.
When is Whiplash releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
Whiplash is already streaming in the UAE on Shahid VIP.
What language is Whiplash in?
Whiplash is an English film (Drama / Music).