The first trailer for The Whisper Man has arrived, and it promises a gripping, edge-of-your-seat crime thriller. Starring Robert De Niro and Severance's Adam Scott, the film follows a desperate father racing against time to find his missing son, whose disappearance may be linked to a notorious serial killer.
In the trailer, Scott plays Tom Kennedy, a widowed crime writer whose life is shattered when his eight-year-old son vanishes. Forced to reconnect with his estranged father, Pete Willis (De Niro), a retired police detective, Tom uncovers a terrifying connection: the kidnapper may be copying the methods of the infamous Whisper Man, a child-murdering serial killer Pete put behind bars 30 years ago. But if the Whisper Man is still in prison, who has Tom's son? The tension mounts as the duo races to save the boy before it's too late.
A Stellar Cast and Creative Team
Alongside De Niro and Scott, the film boasts an impressive ensemble including Michelle Monaghan (True Detective), Michael Keaton (Batman), John Carroll Lynch (Zodiac), and Hamish Linklater (Widow's Bay). Directed by New Zealand's James Ashcroft, who previously delivered the psychological chiller The Rule of Jenny Pen, the film is written by horror veterans Ben Jacoby (The First Omen) and Chase Palmer (It).
The project is based on Alex North's 2019 bestseller, which has been translated into 30 languages. The Russo brothers—Anthony and Joe—produce alongside Angela Russo-Otstot, Michael Disco, and Kassee Whiting, with executive producers Marcus Viscidi, Tim Connors, and Alex Leb.
Why This Thriller Stands Out
For fans of psychological thrillers that nail it from opening frame to final scene, The Whisper Man looks like a must-watch. The trailer weaves a dark, atmospheric mystery that keeps you guessing, blending family drama with a chilling investigation. It's the kind of story that rewards patient viewers, much like binge-worthy thrillers that end before season 5.
De Niro brings his trademark intensity to the role of a haunted detective, while Scott continues to prove his range beyond Severance. The chemistry between them—strained by years of silence—adds emotional weight to the procedural hunt.
When and Where to Watch
The Whisper Man premieres exclusively on Netflix on August 28. If you're looking for more edge-of-your-seat entertainment, check out 6 overlooked R-rated thrillers that deliver nonstop intensity or dive into the ultimate ranking of the best crime shows ever made.
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