The Silent One (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1973, The Silent One is a thriller and drama film directed by Claude Pinoteau, running about 117 minutes. “Hitchcock himself is finally rivalled.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Who is Anton Haliakov, who has just been abducted by the M.I.5 in London? A Soviet scientist apparently. But sixteen years before the man had another identity, Clément Tibère, and another nationality, French. So what led him to become Russian and to change identity? And why are the British secret services interested in him?
Who’s in it. The Silent One stars Lino Ventura as Clément Tibère, Leo Genn as Chief of M.I.5, Suzanne Flon as Jeanne and Robert Hardy as The Assistant, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Silent One 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 The Silent One page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Silent One tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silent One (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Silent One change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Silent One worth watching?
- The Silent One holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Silent One?
- The Silent One stars Lino Ventura, Leo Genn, Suzanne Flon, Robert Hardy and Lea Massari.
- When was The Silent One released?
- The Silent One was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.