Silence (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1931, Silence is a drama and crime film directed by Max Marcin, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. A gray-haired convict, within the shadows of the gallows, tells his story to the prison chaplain beginning twenty years earlier when he was sent to prison for a crime he did not commit.
Who’s in it. Silence stars Clive Brook as Jim Warren, Peggy Shannon as Norma Davis / Norma Powers, Charles Starrett as Arthur Lawrence and Willard Robertson as Phil Powers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Silence sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Silence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Silence tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Silence (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Silence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Silence worth watching?
- Silence holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Silence?
- Silence stars Clive Brook, Peggy Shannon, Charles Starrett, Willard Robertson and John Wray.
- When was Silence released?
- Silence was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.