Dance with a Stranger (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1985, Dance with a Stranger is a drama and crime film directed by Mike Newell, running about 102 minutes. “It wasn't simply love. It was a case of cold-blooded passion.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ruth Ellis lives with her ten-year old son Andy next to a night club. One night she meets David Blakely, and they start a love affair. However, for David with his upper-class background, it is impossible to uphold the relationship. He breaks up with her, something which makes Ellis, obsessed by him, very upset.
Who’s in it. Dance with a Stranger stars Miranda Richardson as Ruth Ellis, Rupert Everett as David Blakeley, Ian Holm as Desmond Cussen and Stratford Johns as Morrie Conley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dance with a Stranger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dance with a Stranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dance with a Stranger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dance with a Stranger (1985)?
- In US, Dance with a Stranger is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Dance with a Stranger worth watching?
- Dance with a Stranger holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Dance with a Stranger?
- Dance with a Stranger stars Miranda Richardson, Rupert Everett, Ian Holm, Stratford Johns and Joanne Whalley.
- When was Dance with a Stranger released?
- Dance with a Stranger was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.