Silentium (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 2004, Silentium is a comedy, thriller and crime film directed by Wolfgang Murnberger, running about 116 minutes.

What it’s about. A man who accused a catholic bishop of abusing him when he was a child dies in the Austrian city Salzburg. Everyone except his widow and the eccentrical detective Simon Brenner keeps silent and believes that the man killed himself.

Who’s in it. Silentium stars Josef Hader as Simon Brenner, Simon Schwarz as Berti, Joachim Król as Sportpräfekt Fitz and Maria Köstlinger as Konstanze Dornhelm, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Silentium has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $2M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Silentium page.

If you liked it. Fans of Silentium tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Silentium (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Silentium change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Silentium worth watching?
Silentium holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Silentium?
Silentium stars Josef Hader, Simon Schwarz, Joachim Król, Maria Köstlinger and Christoph Schlingensief.
When was Silentium released?
Silentium was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.