House of Strangers (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1949, House of Strangers is a drama and crime film directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, running about 101 minutes. “A powerhouse of emotion.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Gino Monetti is a ruthless Italian-American banker who is engaged in a number of criminal activities. Three of his four grown sons refuse to help their father stay out of prison after he's arrested for his questionable business practices. Three of the sons take over the business but kick their father out. Max, a lawyer, is the only son that stays loyal to his father.
Who’s in it. House of Strangers stars Edward G. Robinson as Gino Monetti, Susan Hayward as Irene Bennett, Richard Conte as Max Monetti and Luther Adler as Joe Monetti, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, House of Strangers 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 House of Strangers page.
If you liked it. Fans of House of Strangers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch House of Strangers (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for House of Strangers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is House of Strangers worth watching?
- House of Strangers holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in House of Strangers?
- House of Strangers stars Edward G. Robinson, Susan Hayward, Richard Conte, Luther Adler and Paul Valentine.
- When was House of Strangers released?
- House of Strangers was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.