The Stranger in Me (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2008, The Stranger in Me is a drama film directed by Emily Atef, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. A young couple in love: Rebecca (32) and her boyfriend Julian (34) are expecting their first child and are full of pleasant expectation. As Rebecca gives birth to a healthy boy their luck seems to be perfect. But instead of the unconditional motherly love she was expecting she is thrown into an emotional turmoil. Helplessness and desperation reign and her own baby is a stranger to her. With every day that passes her inability to meet the demands of motherhood become more and more apparent. Unable to admit this to anyone, not even Julian, she falls into a deep darkness - to the point that she realises she is becoming a threat to her child. Now only unconditional love can bring her back on track…
Who’s in it. The Stranger in Me stars Susanne Wolff as Rebecca Seidel, Johann von Bülow as Julian Seidel, Maren Kroymann as Lore - Rebecca's mother and Hans Diehl as Bernhard Seidel - Julian's father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Stranger in Me has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stranger in Me page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stranger in Me tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stranger in Me (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stranger in Me change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stranger in Me worth watching?
- The Stranger in Me holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stranger in Me?
- The Stranger in Me stars Susanne Wolff, Johann von Bülow, Maren Kroymann, Hans Diehl and Judith Engel.
- When was The Stranger in Me released?
- The Stranger in Me was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.