Into Great Silence (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7.4

Released in 2005, Into Great Silence is a documentary film directed by Philip Gröning, running about 162 minutes.
What it’s about. Into Great Silence (German: Die Große Stille) is a documentary film directed by Philip Gröning that was first released in 2005. It is an intimate portrayal of the everyday lives of Carthusian monks of the Grande Chartreuse, high in the French Alps (Chartreuse Mountains). The idea for the film was proposed to the monks in 1984, but the Carthusians said they wanted time to think about it. The Carthusians finally contacted Gröning 16 years later to say they were now willing to permit Gröning to shoot the movie, if he was still interested.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Into Great Silence has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Into Great Silence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Into Great Silence tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Into Great Silence (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Into Great Silence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Into Great Silence worth watching?
- Into Great Silence holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Into Great Silence released?
- Into Great Silence was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 162 minutes.
