Random Encounter (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1998, Random Encounter is a thriller and crime film directed by Douglas Jackson, running about 93 minutes. “Seduced by a stranger. Blinded by passion. Wanted for murder.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Alicia, a promising young PR executive, goes home with a handsome stranger, only for the pair to be attacked by a woman with a knife. Alicia kills the woman in self-defense, but then finds herself framed for murder. Unraveling the mystery, Alicia finds herself plunged into a web of deceit from which there seems to be no escape.
Who’s in it. Random Encounter stars Elizabeth Berkley as Alicia 'Allie' Brayman, J.H. Wyman as Kyle Jones (as Joel Wyner), Frank Schorpion as Det. Ed Royko and Barry Flatman as Blake Preston, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Random Encounter sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Random Encounter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Random Encounter tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Random Encounter (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Random Encounter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Random Encounter worth watching?
- Random Encounter holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Random Encounter?
- Random Encounter stars Elizabeth Berkley, J.H. Wyman, Frank Schorpion, Barry Flatman and Ellen David.
- When was Random Encounter released?
- Random Encounter was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.