---
title: "Silent Fall"
year: 1994
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/silent-fall-1994"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 39473
imdb_id: "tt0111187"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 81
content_rating: "R"
---

# Silent Fall (1994) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/silent-fall-1994

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Silent Fall is a 1994 American psychological thriller film directed by Bruce Beresford. The film tells the story of an autistic youth named Tim Warden, who witnesses the double murder of his parents. Following the tragedy, Tim is sent to therapy with a controversial therapist named Dr. Jake Rainer. Jake attempts to probe the silent child regarding what he saw during the crime. While working with Tim, Jake gathers additional details concerning the Wardens household dynamics from Tims teenage sister, Sylvie. As Jake spends more time with the siblings, he learns that the Wardens marriage was not as perfect as it originally seemed. Through this process, he uncovers other new details that might help solve the crime. The film stars Richard Dreyfuss, Linda Hamilton, John Lithgow, J. T. Walsh, and Liv Tyler in her debut role. Released on October 28, 1994, in the United States, the drama, thriller, and mystery film has a runtime of one hour and forty-one minutes and carries an R rating.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Bruce Beresford
- **Networks / Studios**: Morgan Creek Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Richard Dreyfuss** as *Dr. Jake Rainer*
- **Linda Hamilton** as *Karen Rainer*
- **John Lithgow** as *Dr. Rene Harlinger*
- **J.T. Walsh** as *Sheriff Mitch Rivers*
- **Ben Faulkner** as *Tim Warden*
- **Liv Tyler** as *Sylvie Warden*
- **Zahn McClarnon** as *Deputy Bear*
- **Brandon Stouffer** as *Halloween Kid #1*
- **Treva Moniik King** as *Halloween Kid #2*
- **John McGee Jr.** as *Deputy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Silent Fall online?
Silent Fall is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Silent Fall worth watching?
Silent Fall holds a community rating of 5.3/10 based on 81 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Silent Fall and when was it released?
Silent Fall is a feature film with a runtime of 101 minutes. It was released in 1994. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Silent Fall?
Silent Fall was directed by Bruce Beresford.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Silent Fall — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/39473)
- [Silent Fall (1994) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111187/fullcredits/)
- [Silent Fall - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silent_Fall)
- [Silent Fall (1994) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/39473-silent-fall/cast)

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