The Silence of the Lambs official trailer

Netflix subscribers seeking a break from the festive binge-watch this month can find solace in a chilling alternative.

The critically acclaimed serial killer thriller, The Silence of the Lambs, has landed on the streaming giant as of today (Thursday, 11th December), offering a stark contrast to the holiday cheer.

Debuting in 1991, the film features Jodie Foster as novice FBI agent Clarice Starling, assigned to track down Buffalo Bill (Ted Levine), a deranged serial killer with a gruesome modus operandi.

In her pursuit, she enlists the help of the notorious imprisoned cannibal, Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins), leading to an eerie bond between them.

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