

Trapped in Silence
1986, English. Directed by Michael Tuchner.
A compelling drama about a silent, violent teenager. Kevin suffers from elective mutism and no one has ever heard him utter a word.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Michael TuchnerDirector
- Marsha MasonJennifer Hubbell
- Kiefer SutherlandKevin Richter
- John MahoneyDr. Winslow
- Stephen PearlmanDr. Rosenthal
- Ron SilverDr. Jeff Tomlinson
- Amy WrightDana Wendolowski
- Harsh NayyarDr. Perkash
- Karen ShalloJean Gabrielson
- John McCurryTyler Getz
- Rebecca SchullMarlys Mengies
- Joan PapeMrs. Richter
- Frances FosterOvelia
Details
- Released
- 11 May 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Torey Hayden, Vickie Patik
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Trapped in Silence: quick answers
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How long is Trapped in Silence?
Trapped in Silence runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Trapped in Silence have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Trapped in Silence on?
Trapped in Silence isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 May 1986. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Trapped in Silence?
If you liked Trapped in Silence, try Girl in the Box, Miracle Run, American Son.
Who directed Trapped in Silence?
Trapped in Silence (1986) was directed by Michael Tuchner and stars Marsha Mason, Kiefer Sutherland, John Mahoney.