A Stranger Among Us
“In a dangerous world of mystery and intrigue, she's going undercover searching for the truth.”
Synopsis
Detective Emily Eden is a tough New York City cop forced to go undercover to solve a puzzling murder. Her search for the truth takes her into a secret world of unwritten law and unspoken power, a world where the only way out is deeper in.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
A Stranger Among Us (1992) ORIGINAL TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-10-30
Top Cast
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Melanie Griffith
Emily Eden
Eric Thal
Ariel
John Pankow
Levine
Tracy Pollan
Mara
Lee Richardson
Rebbe
Mia Sara
Leah
Jamey Sheridan
Nick
Jake Weber
Yaakov
Ro'ee Levi
Mendel
David Rosenbaum
Mr. Klausman
Ruth Vool
Mrs. Klausman
David Margulies
Lt. Oliver
Edward Rogers III
Detective Tedford
Maurice Schell
Detective Marden
James Gandolfini
Tony Baldessari
Christopher Collins
Chris Baldessari
Burtt Harris
Emily's Father
Ira Rubin
French Rebbe
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 17, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Lumet
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert J. Avrech
- Original Score
- Jerry Bock
- Original Title
- A Stranger Among Us
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Hebrew, Yiddish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Worldwide Gross
- $3M
- Production Studios
- Hollywood Pictures, ISIS, Mansfield Pictures, Propaganda Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Sandollar Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Lumet
Robert J. Avrech
Jerry Bock
Andrzej Bartkowiak
Andrew Mondshein
Sigurjón Sighvatsson, Carol Baum, Sandy Gallin, Steve Golin, Howard Rosenman
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Lumet
Director
Robert J. Avrech
Writer
Andrew Mondshein
Editor
Philip Rosenberg
Production Design
Ann Roth
Costume Design
Jerry Bock
Original Music Composer
Gary Jones
Costume Design
Andrzej Bartkowiak
Director of Photography
Jack Gill
Stunt Coordinator
Sigurjón Sighvatsson
Producer
Steve Golin
Producer
Howard Rosenman
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Stranger Among Us
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Stranger Among Us about?
Detective Emily Eden is a tough New York City cop forced to go undercover to solve a puzzling murder. Her search for the truth takes her into a secret world of unwritten law and unspoken power, a world where the only way out is deeper in.
Who directed A Stranger Among Us?
A Stranger Among Us was directed by Sidney Lumet.
Who stars in A Stranger Among Us?
The principal cast of A Stranger Among Us includes Melanie Griffith, Eric Thal, John Pankow, Tracy Pollan, Lee Richardson.
When was A Stranger Among Us released and how long is it?
A Stranger Among Us was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
How much did A Stranger Among Us make at the box office?
A Stranger Among Us grossed $3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for A Stranger Among Us?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Stranger Among Us was composed by Jerry Bock.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Stranger Among Us?
A Stranger Among Us holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).