Stranger on the Prowl (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1952, Stranger on the Prowl is a drama and crime film directed by Joseph Losey, running about 90 minutes. “They were hunting him down like a mad dog!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A down-and-out crook on the lam befriends a young street urchin, in an Italian port city. At first amused that the boy is a sneak thief, he tries to deflects the kid from a life of crime. Tipped off by a woman anxious to collect the reward for him (who is wanted for murder), the police pursue the two lost souls.
Who’s in it. Stranger on the Prowl stars Paul Muni as The Stranger With A Gun, Joan Lorring as Angela, a lonely woman, Vittorio Manunta as Giacomo, a small boy and Luisa Rossi as Giacomo's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Stranger on the Prowl 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 Stranger on the Prowl page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stranger on the Prowl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Stranger on the Prowl (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Stranger on the Prowl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Stranger on the Prowl worth watching?
- Stranger on the Prowl holds an audience score of 6.4 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 Stranger on the Prowl?
- Stranger on the Prowl stars Paul Muni, Joan Lorring, Vittorio Manunta, Luisa Rossi and Aldo Silvani.
- When was Stranger on the Prowl released?
- Stranger on the Prowl was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.