---
title: "Silent Night"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/silent-night-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 17639
imdb_id: "tt0338434"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 32
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Silent Night (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/silent-night-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Silent Night is a 2002 television film that is loosely based on true events occurring during the Second World War. The drama is set on Christmas Eve in 1944 during the Battle of the Bulge. The narrative follows a German mother and her son who are seeking refuge in a cabin located on the war front. The situation intensifies when the cabin is invaded by three American soldiers, followed shortly by three German soldiers. Despite the ongoing conflict, the mother successfully convinces the opposing soldiers to put aside their differences for the evening. The group chooses to observe the holiday by sharing a Christmas dinner together. The film, which is classified as a drama and war production, has a runtime of one hour and forty minutes. It received a PG rating and was released in the United States on December 14, 2002. The production explores themes of human connection amidst the backdrop of military hostilities during the winter of 1944.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel | The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Plex | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rodney Gibbons
- **Networks / Studios**: Fast Carrier Pictures, Muse Entertainment, Night Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Linda Hamilton** as *Elisabeth Vincken*
- **Matthew Harbour** as *Young Fritz Vincken*
- **Romano Orzari** as *Pvt. Jimmy Rassi*
- **Alain Goulem** as *Sgt. Ralph Blank*
- **Michael Elkin** as *Pvt. Herbie Ridgin*
- **Martin Neufeld** as *Lt. Hans Klosterman*
- **Mark Antony Krupa** as *Sgt. Marcus Mueller*
- **Cassian Bopp** as *Pvt. Peter Heinrich*
- **James McGowan** as *Capt. Dietrich*
- **Michael Sinelnikoff** as *Old Fritz Vincken (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Silent Night online?
Silent Night is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Silent Night worth watching?
Silent Night holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 32 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, War for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Silent Night and when was it released?
Silent Night is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 2002. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Silent Night?
Silent Night was directed by Rodney Gibbons.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Silent Night — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/17639)
- [Silent Night (2002 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silent_Night_(2002_film))
- [Silent Night (TV Movie 2002) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0338434/fullcredits/)
- [Silent Night (2002) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/17639-silent-night/cast)
- [Silent Night (2002) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/silent-night/credits)
- [Silent Night (2021)](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)

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