

Cone of Silence
1960, English. Directed by Charles Frend.
Jet crash mystery solved !!! Where does the blame belong ? Is it the plane ? Is is the pilot ? Is it a plot ?
A seasoned pilot is condemned for an error which causes a crash. The pilot later dies in a crash with similar circumstances and an examiner looks for scientific reasons for the crashes.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cone of Silence is streaming on Philo and Bloodstream in India.
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Cast & crew
- Charles FrendDirector
- Michael CraigCapt. Hugh Dallas
- Peter CushingCapt. Clive Judd
- Bernard LeeCapt. George Gort
- Elizabeth SealCharlotte Gort
- George SandersSir Arnold Hobbes
- André MorellCapt. Edward Manningham
- Gordon JacksonCapt. Jock Bateson
- Charles TingwellCapt. Braddock
- Noel WillmanNigel Pickering
- Delphi LawrenceJoyce Mitchell
- Marne MaitlandMr. Robinson
- William AbneyFirst Officer
Details
- Released
- 10 May 1960
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Robert Westerby
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What Cone of Silence is based on
Cone of Silence is adapted from a novel.
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How long is Cone of Silence?
Cone of Silence runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Cone of Silence have a post-credits scene?
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Cone of Silence parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Cone of Silence is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Cone of Silence on?
Cone of Silence is streaming on Philo and Bloodstream in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Cone of Silence?
If you liked Cone of Silence, try Don't Bother to Knock, Airport, No Highway in the Sky.
Who directed Cone of Silence?
Cone of Silence (1960) was directed by Charles Frend and stars Michael Craig, Peter Cushing, Bernard Lee.
What is Cone of Silence based on?
Cone of Silence is adapted from a novel.