The Dangerous Stranger
Synopsis
In this film, a police officer tells children about the dangers of accepting rides or presents from strangers, and relates the unfortunate stories of several children who did and were never seen again.
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 24, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$250K
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
250x
+$249K net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sid Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Orville H. Hampton
- Original Title
- The Dangerous Stranger
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Budget
- $1K
- Worldwide Gross
- $250K
- Production Studios
- Sidney Davis Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sid Davis
Orville H. Hampton
Sid Davis, John Wayne
Department Leadership Roster
Sid Davis
Director
Sid Davis
Producer
Orville H. Hampton
Writer
John Wayne
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Dangerous Stranger.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dangerous Stranger
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Dangerous Stranger about?
In this film, a police officer tells children about the dangers of accepting rides or presents from strangers, and relates the unfortunate stories of several children who did and were never seen again.
Who directed The Dangerous Stranger?
The Dangerous Stranger was directed by Sid Davis.
Who stars in The Dangerous Stranger?
The principal cast of The Dangerous Stranger includes Not specified.
When was The Dangerous Stranger released and how long is it?
The Dangerous Stranger was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 10m.
What was the box office and production budget of The Dangerous Stranger?
The Dangerous Stranger had a reported production budget of $1K and grossed $250K at the worldwide box office (250 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).