Andy Richter is taking on a dramatic role in an upcoming crime thriller, which arrives on digital platforms this December. Best known for his comedy work and longtime partnership with Conan O’Brien, Richter joins a cast led by Dónall Ó Héalaí.
The intense trailer for the upcoming movie was recently shared. After the Silence follows Ethan Walker, a former true-crime podcaster who returns to New England after his sister goes missing. His search quickly immerses him in a conflict involving a powerful man and a grieving widow who may hold the key to finding her. The trailer also showcases various aspects of Ethan’s investigation. It also offers viewers a glimpse of Richter in a role that departs from the comedic performances for which most audiences know him.
Check out the After the Silence trailer below:
What happens in the After the Silence trailer?
Ethan is a former true-crime podcaster who uses his investigative experience to search for his missing sister. When his sister goes missing, he decides to use those skills to find her. His search leads him to Richard Ashwood, a wealthy and mysterious man who was reportedly involved with his sister. Richter plays Tom Holloway, a local man who appears to have information about the circumstances surrounding the disappearance. The trailer also suggests that Ethan cannot easily trust the people he meets as he gets closer to the truth.
Kevin Pollak plays Ashwood, while Tracy Spiridakos, Karren Karagulian, and Melia Kreiling also appear in the film. The trailer also shows Ethan facing dangerous situations as his search intensifies.
Michael Marantz wrote and directed After the Silence. The filmmaker has described the story as an exploration of how grief can affect memory, trust, and a person’s understanding of the truth. The film combines those themes with the pace of a crime thriller.
The movie runs 99 minutes, carries an R rating, and is distributed by Well Go USA. After the Silence will be available on digital platforms and on demand on December 18, 2026.
Originally reported on ComingSoon.
