Official movie poster for The Silent World (1956), a documentary adventure film

The Silent World(1956)

Le Monde du silence

Out of an uncharted universe comes an experience of unearthly beauty

6.5(49)1h 26m1956-02-15
DocumentaryAdventure

The Silent World Synopsis

Join renowned explorer Jacques-Yves Cousteau as he investigates aquatic habitats worldwide, showcasing whales, sharks, and diverse marine life. The film highlights the brutal realities of nature while capturing the wonder of underwater exploration, as the team ventures into previously unseen ocean depths.

The Silent World (1956) is a documentary and adventure film directed by Jacques-Yves Cousteau, released on February 15, 1956 with a runtime of 1h 26m. It stars Jacques-Yves Cousteau. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 49 ratings.

Director:
Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Writers:
Jacques-Yves Cousteau, James Dugan
Producers:
Marcel Ichac
Cinematographer:
Philippe Agostini
Composer:
Yves Baudrier
Production:
Titanus, FSJYC Production, Requins Associés, Société Filmad
Status:
Released

The Silent World (1956) Trailer

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The Silent World Cast & Crew

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Directed by Jacques-Yves Cousteau, written by Jacques-Yves Cousteau and James Dugan, produced by Marcel Ichac.

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The Silent World Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 49 ratings.

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7/10

As he travels aboard his floating laboratory "Calypso", we follow the exploration of renowned marine adventurer Jacques Cousteau as he and his crew travel the world exploring the depths of the sea. He takes his kit to the deepest part of the water where neither man nor camera have ever been before, nowhere near the bottom but still as black as pitch and only slightly illuminated by their bright lamps. The…

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

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Who stars in The Silent World?

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The main cast of The Silent World (1956) includes Jacques-Yves Cousteau. The film was directed by Jacques-Yves Cousteau. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was The Silent World released?

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The Silent World was released on February 15, 1956 and runs for 1h 26m.

Is The Silent World worth watching?

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The Silent World (1956) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 49 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and adventure films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

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