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Silent Night

2012, English. Directed by Steven C. Miller.

You better watch out.

As their small Midwestern town prepares for its annual Christmas Eve parade, a sheriff and his deputy discover that a maniac in a Santa suit is murdering those he judges as naughty.

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Runtime
1h 34m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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5.2/10 from 342 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch Silent Night

Silent Night is streaming on Shudder and Lionsgate+ in India.

Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Released
30 November 2012
Country
Canada, United States of America
Written by
Jayson Rothwell
Budget
$5M
Box office
$131K
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What Silent Night is based on

Silent Night is based on Silent Night, Deadly Night, a 1984 film.

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What should I watch before Silent Night?

Watch Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2 (1987), Silent Night, Deadly Night III: Better Watch Out! (1989), Initiation: Silent Night, Deadly Night 4 (1990), and Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker (1991) first, plus 1 earlier title listed on this page.

Is Silent Night worth watching?

Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 342 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Silent Night?

Silent Night runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).

Does Silent Night have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Silent Night. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Silent Night parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Silent Night is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Silent Night on?

Silent Night is streaming on Shudder and Lionsgate+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like Silent Night?

If you liked Silent Night, try The Children, Better Watch Out, Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon.

Who directed Silent Night?

Silent Night (2012) was directed by Steven C. Miller and stars Malcolm McDowell, Jaime King, Donal Logue.

What is Silent Night based on?

Silent Night is based on Silent Night, Deadly Night, a 1984 film.

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