

Dead Silence
1997, English. Directed by Daniel Petrie Jr..
Three escaped convicts take a group of deaf students hostage.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Dead Silence is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Daniel Petrie Jr.Director
- James GarnerJohn Potter
- Marlee MatlinMelanie Charrol
- Kim CoatesTed Handy
- Lolita DavidovichDet. Sharon Foster
- Scott SpeedmanOfficer Stevie Cardy
- Barry PepperAirport officer
- Charles Martin SmithRoland W. Marks
- Kenneth WelshSheriff Lenny Budd
- James VillemaireRay 'Sonny' Bonner
- Blu MankumaSpecial Agent Henry Lebow
- John BourgeoisMajor Daniel Tremaine
- Gary BasarabaShephard Wilcox
Details
- Released
- 22 September 1997
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- Donald E. Stewart
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Dead Silence: quick answers
Is Dead Silence worth watching?
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How long is Dead Silence?
Dead Silence runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Dead Silence have a post-credits scene?
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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 is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dead Silence?
If you liked Dead Silence, try Prison Heat, Fatal Contact: Bird Flu in America, Hierarchy.
Who directed Dead Silence?
Dead Silence (1997) was directed by Daniel Petrie Jr. and stars James Garner, Marlee Matlin, Kim Coates.