


Film · Released
The Silence of the Lambs
“To enter the mind of a killer she must challenge the mind of a madman.”
The Silence of the Lambs at a glance
The Silence of the Lambs is a 1991 crime and thriller film, running 1h 59m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1991-02-14
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Genres
- Crime, Thriller, Drama
- Director
- Jonathan Demme
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 8.3 / 10 · 18,803 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmClarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism. Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and that Starling, as an attractive young woman, may be just the bait to draw him out.
Cast
14 names
Jodie FosterClarice Starling
Anthony HopkinsDr. Hannibal Lecter
Scott GlennJack Crawford
Ted LevineJame Gumb
Anthony HealdDr. Frederick Chilton
Brooke SmithCatherine Martin
Diane BakerSenator Ruth Martin
Kasi LemmonsArdelia Mapp
Frankie FaisonBarney
Tracey WalterLamar
Charles NapierLt. Boyle
Danny DarstSgt. Tate
Dan ButlerRodenQuestions about The Silence of the Lambs
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Silence of the Lambs in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Silence of the Lambs is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Silence of the Lambs suitable for children?
The Silence of the Lambs is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Silence of the Lambs about?
Clarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism. Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and…
How long is The Silence of the Lambs?
The Silence of the Lambs runs for 1h 59m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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