Stranger in the Family
Synopsis
Steve Thompson is losing himself, one memory at a time. Plagued with amnesia after getting a concussion, Steve is overwhelmed by his unrecognizable life and leaves his family in search of answers. But his quest only returns him back home, where he must face his demons and get at the truth.
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abc TV movie | A Stranger in the Family w/Neal Patrick Harris & Teri Garr | commercial ad 10-26-1991
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Top Cast
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Teri Garr
Randi Thompson
Neil Patrick Harris
Steve Thompson
Randle Mell
Alan Thompson
Sierra Samuel
Shari Thompson
Kathryn Dowling
Dr. Webb
Cully Fredricksen
Principal
Mag Ruffman
Mrs. Kessler
Kris LeFan
Craig
Jeff Bryant
Sarah DeAngelis
Stacy Pearson
Shane Edelman
Steve Cribari
Lindsey Edelman
John Evans
Mark Sult
Kenn Watt
Nancy Lee Russell
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 27, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald Wrye
- Screenplay & Story
- René Balcer, Hal Sitowitz
- Original Score
- Michel Rubini
- Original Title
- Stranger in the Family
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Hearst Entertainment Productions, ABC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald Wrye
René Balcer, Hal Sitowitz
Michel Rubini
Jon Kranhouse, Gene Evans
Bob Wyman
Donald Wrye
Department Leadership Roster
Donald Wrye
Director
Michel Rubini
Original Music Composer
Bob Wyman
Editor
Pamela B. Warner
Production Design
Jon Kranhouse
Director of Photography
René Balcer
Writer
Hal Sitowitz
Writer
Kathryn Shemanek
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stranger in the Family
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What is Stranger in the Family about?
Steve Thompson is losing himself, one memory at a time. Plagued with amnesia after getting a concussion, Steve is overwhelmed by his unrecognizable life and leaves his family in search of answers. But his quest only returns him back home, where he must face his demons and get at the truth.
Who directed Stranger in the Family?
Stranger in the Family was directed by Donald Wrye.
Who stars in Stranger in the Family?
The principal cast of Stranger in the Family includes Teri Garr, Neil Patrick Harris, Randle Mell, Sierra Samuel, Kathryn Dowling.
When was Stranger in the Family released and how long is it?
Stranger in the Family was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Stranger in the Family?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Stranger in the Family was composed by Michel Rubini.