Dead Silence
2007, English. Directed by James Wan.
You scream. You die.
Jamie returns to his hometown in search of answers to his wife's murder, which occurred after receiving a weird package containing a ventriloquist dummy named Billy, which may be linked to the legend of ventriloquist Mary Shaw. Destined to find out the truth, Jamie goes to the town of Raven's Fair, where Shaw used to perform and is buried. But Jamie is in for more than he expected.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 2,561 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Dead Silence
Dead Silence isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- James WanDirector
- Ryan KwantenJamie Ashen
- Amber VallettaElla Ashen
- Donnie WahlbergDet. Lipton
- Bob GuntonEdward Ashen
- Laura ReganLisa Ashen
- Michael FairmanHenry Walker
- Joan HeneyMarion Walker
- Dmitry ChepovetskyRichard Walker
- Judith RobertsMary Shaw
- Steve AdamsPolice officer
- Keir GilchristYoung Henry
- Shelley PetersonLisa's Mom
Details
- Released
- 16 March 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Leigh Whannell, James Wan
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $22M
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Dead Silence: quick answers
Is Dead Silence worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 2,561 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dead Silence?
Dead Silence runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Dead Silence have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dead Silence. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dead Silence parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dead Silence is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Dead Silence on?
Dead Silence isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dead Silence?
If you liked Dead Silence, try The Haunting in Connecticut, Hokum, Daddy's Head.
Who directed Dead Silence?
Dead Silence (2007) was directed by James Wan and stars Ryan Kwanten, Amber Valletta, Donnie Wahlberg.