4 critics on Whalefall: 2 positive, 1 mixed, 1 negative. Every verdict quoted, with ratings and links to the full reviews.
4 critics have reviewed Whalefall so far. By our reading of each review, 2 positive, 1 mixed, 1 negative. Below, every critic's verdict in their own words, with the rating where they gave one and a link to the full review.
Critics at a glance
Collider
"Whalefall' is a pulse-pounding thriller with a big heart on its sleeve"
Also: "It's that sincerity that makes Whalefall stand out amongst its peers. Well, that and some of the most daring and immaculate sound design to hit the big screen in years"
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TheWrap
"Whalefall” is a strange and fantastic film. If you weren’t crying real tears you’d be laughing at the screen"
Also: "Austin Abrams spends most of it inside a claustrophobic, Cronenbergian crevasse comprised of lumpy flesh and fluorescent fluids"
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The Hollywood Reporter
"Whalefall is no match for the earlier film’s suspense and intensity"
Also: "Mostly, it’s just hard to discern what the hell is going on in the action sequences, even with the bioluminescent jellyfish lighting up the whale like a Christmas tree"
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IGN
"An exceptional Austin Abrams anchors the whole endeavor with grueling dedication"
Also: "As Jay, Abrams is put through the wringer physically, with the camera in his face the whole hour he’s trapped inside the whale"
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Updated 16 October 2026. CutMirchi does not review films itself: this page gathers published critics' reviews, quoted word for word and linked, and is updated as more arrive. "Verdict" is our one-word reading of each review; ratings are as each outlet printed them.
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