Silent Assassins (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1988, Silent Assassins is an action film directed by Lee Doo-yong, running about 91 minutes. “Ruthless, Invisible, Unstoppable Silent Assassins...the Ultimate Weapon.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The evil criminal leader Kendrick has kidnapped an elderly biochemist who holds the secret to creating a biological superweapon. The only person who can possibly stop Kendrick and his gang is L. A. cop Sam Kettle and martial arts master Jun Kim (uncle of a little girl also kidnapped by Kendrick). Together, they go to war against an army of ninjas to rescue the hostages and bring their kidnappers to justice.
Who’s in it. Silent Assassins stars Sam J. Jones as Sam Kettle, Linda Blair as Sara, Phillip Rhee as Bernard and Chong Jun as Jun Kim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Silent Assassins has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Silent Assassins page.
If you liked it. Fans of Silent Assassins tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Silent Assassins (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Silent Assassins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Silent Assassins worth watching?
- Silent Assassins holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Silent Assassins?
- Silent Assassins stars Sam J. Jones, Linda Blair, Phillip Rhee, Chong Jun and Mako.
- When was Silent Assassins released?
- Silent Assassins was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.