A Stranger Knocks (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1959, A Stranger Knocks is a drama film directed by Johan Jacobsen, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. One day a strange man comes by and, seeing the lonely situation, invites himself in out of the rain. The woman is quietly hospitable and allows him to remain overnight. He stays on the next day and the next day. Pretty soon the woman begins to fall in love.
Who’s in it. A Stranger Knocks stars Birgitte Federspiel as Vibeke, Preben Lerdorff Rye as Han and Victor Montell as En mand fra kommunen.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, A Stranger Knocks 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 A Stranger Knocks page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Stranger Knocks tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Stranger Knocks (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Stranger Knocks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Stranger Knocks worth watching?
- A Stranger Knocks holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Stranger Knocks?
- A Stranger Knocks stars Birgitte Federspiel, Preben Lerdorff Rye and Victor Montell.
- When was A Stranger Knocks released?
- A Stranger Knocks was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.