The Stranger (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2021, The Stranger is a drama film directed by Ameer Fakher Eldin, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. In a small village in the occupied Golan Heights, the life of a desperate unlicensed doctor, who is going through an existential crisis, takes another unlucky turn when he encounters a man wounded in the war in Syria. Overturning all community expectations in times of war and national crisis, he ventures forth to meet his newly found destiny.
Who’s in it. The Stranger stars Ashraf Barhoum, Mohammad Bakri, Amer Hlehel and Mohammad Bakri, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Stranger has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stranger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stranger (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stranger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stranger worth watching?
- The Stranger holds an audience score of 5.2 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?
- The Stranger stars Ashraf Barhoum, Mohammad Bakri, Amer Hlehel, Mohammad Bakri and Hitham Omari.
- When was The Stranger released?
- The Stranger was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.