Strangers in the Night (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1944, Strangers in the Night is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Anthony Mann, running about 56 minutes.
What it’s about. In this Gothic tale, a returning WW2 vet goes looking for a small-town girl whom he knows only from letters. Its the pretext for an off-beat treatment of sexual frustration morphing into a dangerous delusion, and eventually murder.
Who’s in it. Strangers in the Night stars William Terry as Sergeant Johnny Meadows, Virginia Grey as Dr. Leslie Ross, Helene Thimig as Mrs. Hilda Blake and Edith Barrett as Ivy Miller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Strangers in the Night 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 Strangers in the Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Strangers in the Night tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Strangers in the Night (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Strangers in the Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Strangers in the Night worth watching?
- Strangers in the Night holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Strangers in the Night?
- Strangers in the Night stars William Terry, Virginia Grey, Helene Thimig, Edith Barrett and Anne O'Neal.