Silent Number
Silent Number

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Silent Number

1974
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

"Silent Number" was an Australian television series about a police doctor played by Grigor Taylor.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Robert ButlerGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective investigating a series of murders discovers a pattern linked to a mysterious "silent number" telephone service. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger, racing against time to uncover the killer's identity before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

While "Silent Number" offered a suspenseful premise, it was met with mixed reviews. Critics often cited its convoluted plot and pacing issues, though some praised the performances of its lead actors and the film's atmospheric tension.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing mystery premise and attempts at suspense.

  • Criticized for a confusing storyline and underdeveloped characters.

  • Performances by the main cast were generally seen as a positive aspect.

Google audience: Audience reception for "Silent Number" is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of made-for-television thrillers in the 1970s, often airing as part of anthology series or as standalone movies.

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