The Stranger
“The closer you get...”
Synopsis
Two strangers strike up a conversation on a long journey. However, neither is who they appear to be, each carry secrets that threaten to ruin them — and in the background, one of the nation's largest police operations is closing in.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-13
Top Cast
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Joel Edgerton
Mark Frame
Sean Harris
Henry Teague
Jada Alberts
Detective Kate Rylett
Fletcher Humphrys
Detective Graham Ikin
Mike Foenander
Heavy Man
Steve Mouzakis
Paul Emery
Simon Elrahi
Lieutenant
Alan Dukes
John
Ewen Leslie
Milliken
Matthew Sunderland
Controller / Cleaner
Lucinda Nicholas
Flight Attendant (uncredited)
Peta Shannon
Detective E
Thibul Nettle
SES worker
Melanie Munt
Senior Female Detective (uncredited)
Anni Finsterer
Female Uniformed Cop (uncredited)
Patty Glavieux
WA Detective
Adam Morgan
Large Man / Bodyguard
Andreas Sobik
Car Salesman
Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 19, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$149K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas M. Wright
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas M. Wright
- Original Score
- Oliver Coates
- Original Title
- The Stranger
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Worldwide Gross
- $149K
- Production Studios
- Anonymous Content, See-Saw Films, Screen Australia, South Australian Film Corporation, Blue-Tongue Films, RocketScience
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas M. Wright
Thomas M. Wright
Oliver Coates
Sam Chiplin
Simon Njoo
Joel Edgerton, Iain Canning, Rachel Gardner, Kim Hodgert
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas M. Wright
Director
Thomas M. Wright
Writer
Joel Edgerton
Producer
Iain Canning
Producer
Rachel Gardner
Producer
Kim Hodgert
Producer
Simon Njoo
Editor
Leah Popple
Production Design
Mariot Kerr
Costume Design
David Booth
Visual Effects Supervisor
Sam Chiplin
Director of Photography
Oliver Coates
Original Music Composer
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
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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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?
Two strangers strike up a conversation on a long journey. However, neither is who they appear to be, each carry secrets that threaten to ruin them — and in the background, one of the nation's largest police operations is closing in.
Who directed The Stranger?
The Stranger was directed by Thomas M. Wright.
Who stars in The Stranger?
The principal cast of The Stranger includes Joel Edgerton, Sean Harris, Jada Alberts, Fletcher Humphrys, Mike Foenander.
When was The Stranger released and how long is it?
The Stranger was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.
How much did The Stranger make at the box office?
The Stranger grossed $149K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Stranger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Stranger was composed by Oliver Coates.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Stranger?
The Stranger holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).