The impetus behind The Whispers – a name that’s almost a misnomer given the lack of whispers involved – is that a mysterious entity named Drill is communicating with children through light fixtures (or something) and giving them different tasks to perform as part of a “game.” Sometimes these duties are surprisingly malevolent, as seen in the premiere’s opening scene, and sometimes they’re more politically motivated. What’s more, Drill’s communication with the children isn’t only one-sided, and it fulfills its side of deals made with the kids.