Whiplash

Whiplash Cast List

Miles Teller

Miles Teller is an actor who made his debut in the film Rabbit Hole with Nicole Kidman. He is known for such films as The Spectacular Now, Footloose, Fantastic Four, Allegiant, Insurgent, War Dogs as well as Whiplash. He has appeared in 30 films and television series since his first on-screen appearance. He won the Special Jury Prize for Dramatic Acting at the Sundance Film Festival (which he shared with costar Shailene Woodley) for his performance in The Spectacular Now.

J.K. Simmons

For his performance in Whiplash, well-known character actor J.K. Simmons won an Oscar for Best Actor in a Supporting Role. He is also known for such films as Juno, La La Land, Justice League, The Accountant, Patriots Day, Zootopia and as Commissioner Gordon in the upcoming The Batman.

Austin Stowell

Stowell has appeared in 28 films and television series to date. He began his screen acting career in 2009. He is known for such films as Whiplash, Bridge of Spies, 12 Strong and Dolpin Tale.

Paul Reiser

Paul Reiser is perhaps best known as Paul Buchman from the television series Mad About You. He is also known for films such as Aliens, Whiplash, Beverly Hills Cop and his recent performance on Stranger Things.

Melissa Benoist

Melissa Benoist is perhaps best known for her starring role in the superhero television show, Supergirl. Other credits include Glee, Whiplash, The Longest Rise, Sun Dogs, Waco, and as Carole King in the Broadway musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.

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