Austin Abrams' Survival Thriller Whalefall’s First Reactions Are Officially In

Published Oct 6, 2026, 8:10 AM EDT Rianna is the Movie News Editor for ScreenRant. After earning her BA in Film Studies, she began her career as an entertainment writer, contributing to several publications before joining ScreenRant. Her dissertation on the impact of streaming on traditional cinema sharpened her focus on the ever-evolving world of film and media. With 10 years in the industry, Rianna continues to cover the stories she loves while also advocating for awareness and representation of rare disabilities, such as Moebius Syndrome, which she lives with. Whalefall is facing critics' judgment. First reactions to Austin Abrams' survival thriller Whalefall have officially arrived, giving potential audiences a chance to see what could be expected upon the movie's release. Editor and critic Phil Roberts stated, "Brian Duffield’s #Whalefall is a new claustrophobic classic. Austin Abrams shines in this oceanic estranged family flick. Coupled with a stellar performance by Josh Brolin, the film boasts a poignant storyline and phenomenal CGI effects. It’s whale of a time!" Content creator Adam Hlaváč shared his thoughts about Whalefall on X and said, "Genuinely didn’t know what to expect from #Whalefall, but I had a hell of a time watching this! Austin Abrams trying to escape the gut of a sperm whale was more stressful than I thought it could be. See this on a large format like RPX for the full experience!" More to come...