Absolute Quiet (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1936, Absolute Quiet is a drama film directed by George B. Seitz, running about 70 minutes. “It's Fun to Be Thrilled!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Escaped convicts Jack and Judy stumble upon an airstrip on the Western ranch of arrogant business tycoon Gerald Axton. Taking Axton and his secretary hostage, the convicts inadvertently cause the crash-landing of a small plane ferrying Axton's political adversary, Gov. Sam Pruden, and a nosy reporter. As the long night unfolds, each person's rivalries and weaknesses are prodded by the others.
Who’s in it. Absolute Quiet stars Lionel Atwill as Gerald A. Axton, Irene Hervey as Laura Tait, Raymond Walburn as Gov. Sam K. Pruden and Stuart Erwin as Oscar "Chubby" Rudd, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Absolute Quiet has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Absolute Quiet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Absolute Quiet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Absolute Quiet (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Absolute Quiet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Absolute Quiet worth watching?
- Absolute Quiet holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Absolute Quiet?
- Absolute Quiet stars Lionel Atwill, Irene Hervey, Raymond Walburn, Stuart Erwin and Ann Loring.
- When was Absolute Quiet released?
- Absolute Quiet was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.