Netflix has released the official trailer for The Whisper Man, a film adaptation of Alex North's New York Times best-selling novel, starring Robert De Niro and Adam Scott. The trailer offers a frightening glimpse into the story of a widowed crime writer who seeks help from his estranged father, a retired police detective, after his eight-year-old son is abducted.
Plot and Premise
The film follows Tom Kennedy, played by Adam Scott, whose son is taken. He turns to his father, retired Detective Inspector Pete Willis, portrayed by Robert De Niro. As they investigate, they uncover a connection to a decades-old case of a convicted serial killer known as The Whisper Man. The official synopsis confirms the chilling link between the abduction and the infamous killer.
Fan Reactions
Fans have expressed excitement in the YouTube comments section. One viewer wrote: "The book was brilliant, and this adaptation looks promising." Another commented: "Loved the book this is based off of. Even though I can see quite a few differences, this still looks really good." Others noted the star power, with one saying: "They got De Niro in a horror movie, I'll be watching." Another fan added: "I remember really enjoying the book but remember very little of it. I'm excited to watch this." Several fans described the trailer as "amazing" and predicted it would be a "banger."
Cast and Release
Alongside Scott and De Niro, the film stars Michelle Monaghan, Hamish Linklater, and Will Brill. The Whisper Man premieres on Netflix on Friday, August 28.
