Whitney (2018)
Kernel Score: 82% · 203 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Music, Documentary
Released: 2018-07-05
Runtime: 120 minutes
Where to watch Whitney
- Stream: Paramount+
- Free with ads: Hoopla
- Rent: JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Examines the life and career of singer Whitney Houston. Features never-before-seen archival footage, exclusive recordings, rare performances and interviews with the people who knew her best.
Whitney parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Whitney is an R-rated documentary examining the life and career of singer Whitney Houston.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Whitney Houston as Self (archive footage)
- Bobby Brown as Self - Ex-Husband
- Cissy Houston as Self - Mother
- Clive Davis as Self - Founder, Arista Records
- L.A. Reid as Self - CEO and President, Arista Records 2000-2004
- Kevin Costner as Self - Actor
- Dionne Warwick as Self - Whitney's Cousin (archive footage)
- Bobbi Kristina Brown as Self (archive footage)
- Nelson Mandela as Self (archive footage)
- Marvin Gaye as Self (archive footage)
Whitney FAQ
Is Whitney good?
Whitney has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 203 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Whitney?
In the US you can stream Whitney on Paramount+, watch it free with ads on Hoopla and rent it from JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is Whitney OK for kids?
Whitney is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Whitney is an R-rated documentary examining the life and career of singer Whitney Houston.
What movies are like Whitney?
If you liked Whitney, try Miss Americana, Supersonic, Bohemian Rhapsody and The Last Waltz.