Silent But Deadly: Unspoken Performances Worth Billions

April 7, 2024

Known for his incredible use of facial expressions and body language to convey emotions, Lon Chaney was a giant of the silent film era.

Lon Chaney (partially silent film era)

This French actor is best known for his role in "The Artist" (2011), a silent film that gained mainstream popularity.

Michel Catti

A major comedic silent film star, Langdon's trademark was his bewildered and childlike persona.

Harry Langdon

While not completely mute, actress Heather Angel is known for her iconic performance in the silent film "The Sign of the Four" (1923) where her character is rendered mute after witnessing a crime.

Heather Angel

Though not completely mute throughout his career, Matthew Goode's portrayal of a mute screenwriter in the romantic comedy "Falling for Figaro" (2020) was a memorable performance.

Matthew Goode (partially mute role)