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The Silent Child

2017, English. Directed by Chris Overton.

A deaf 4-year-old girl named Libby lives in a world of silence until a caring social worker teaches her to use sign language to communicate.

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0h 20m
Post-credits
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Language
English
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7.2/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.

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The Silent Child is streaming on ShortsTV in India.

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Released
8 August 2017
Country
United Kingdom
Written by
Rachel Shenton
Budget
$10K
social workerdeaf-mutelanguage barrierschoolrich parentssign languagesbritish school systemdifficult parentsthoughtfullip readingbusy parentswealthy familyincredulous parentsshort film

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Is The Silent Child worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The Silent Child?

The Silent Child runs 20 minutes (0h 20m).

Does The Silent Child have a post-credits scene?

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

The Silent Child parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

No age rating is listed for The Silent Child yet.

Which OTT platform is The Silent Child on?

The Silent Child is streaming on ShortsTV in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Silent Child?

If you liked The Silent Child, try The Neighbors' Window, Stutterer, Curfew.

Who directed The Silent Child?

The Silent Child (2017) was directed by Chris Overton and stars Maisie Sly, Rachel Shenton, Rachel Fielding.

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