The Stranger
“Whoever she is... Whatever she saw... Once she remembers, she had better forget.”
Synopsis
Bonnie Bedilia stars in this psychological thriller about a woman who witnesses a murder and then flees. During her escape, she has a car accident. She becomes an amnesia victim and although, she doesn't know her own identity, is able to describe the murder, but doesn't remember where it occurred or who was involved.
Top Cast
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Bonnie Bedelia
Alice Kildee
Peter Riegert
Dr. Harris Kite
Barry Primus
Sergeant Drake
David Spielberg
Hobby
Marcos Woinsky
Macaw
Cecilia Roth
Anita
Jacques Arndt
Rhea
Ricardo Darín
Clark Whistler
Julio De Grazia
Jay Palamo
Milton James
Brandt
Julio Kaufman
Dr. Hobby
Ernesto Larrese
Lark
Sacha Favelevic
Robin
Federico Luppi
Manager
Miguel Ángel Paludi
Croupier
Patricia Zangaro
Police Woman
Adrián Ghío
White Intruder
Melvin Daniel
Rambo
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 4, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adolfo Aristarain
- Screenplay & Story
- Dan Gurskis
- Original Score
- Craig Safan
- Original Title
- The Stranger
- Country of Origin
- Argentina, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures, Michael Nolin, Tusitalia, Freeze Frame Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adolfo Aristarain
Dan Gurskis
Craig Safan
Horacio Maira
Eduardo López
Hugo Lamonica, Michael Nolin, Jorge Gundín
Department Leadership Roster
Adolfo Aristarain
Director
Craig Safan
Original Music Composer
Eduardo López
Editor
Félix Sánchez Plaza
Costume Design
Dan Gurskis
Writer
Hugo Lamonica
Producer
Horacio Maira
Director of Photography
Jorge Gundín
Producer
Abel Facello
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Stranger.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Stranger
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Stranger about?
Bonnie Bedilia stars in this psychological thriller about a woman who witnesses a murder and then flees. During her escape, she has a car accident. She becomes an amnesia victim and although, she doesn't know her own identity, is able to describe the murder, but doesn't remember where it occurred or who was involved.
Who directed The Stranger?
The Stranger was directed by Adolfo Aristarain.
Who stars in The Stranger?
The principal cast of The Stranger includes Bonnie Bedelia, Peter Riegert, Barry Primus, David Spielberg, Marcos Woinsky.
When was The Stranger released and how long is it?
The Stranger was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Stranger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Stranger was composed by Craig Safan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Stranger?
The Stranger holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).