The Stranger (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2000, The Stranger is a drama and crime film directed by Götz Spielmann, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. The seedy underbelly of Vienna at night. Mercedes is a femme fatale from Mexico, newly arrived at the Vienna airport with her German boyfriend Rainer, where they have smuggled a kilo of cocaine through customs. Unfortunately for them, the city has just had a major drug crackdown, leaving them without buyers and money. Disgusted with Rainer, Mercedes ditches him and hooks up with Harry, a lonely and bored cab driver who agrees to help her find a buyer for the drugs so she can get some cash and go home. She offers Harry a deal he can't refuse. Is he just another pawn for Mercedes or will her promises help him achieve his hope and dreams? The story careens through the night streets of Vienna, following two amateurs navigating their way through the treacherous world of the drug trade. It's a mood piece with the backdrop of a stifling urban loneliness.
Who’s in it. The Stranger stars Goya Toledo as Mercedes, Martin Feifel as Rainer, Nina Proll as Beate and Simon Schwarz as Dealer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Stranger 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 The Stranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stranger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stranger (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stranger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stranger worth watching?
- The Stranger holds an audience score of 5.7 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 The Stranger?
- The Stranger stars Goya Toledo, Martin Feifel, Nina Proll, Simon Schwarz and Hary Prinz.
- When was The Stranger released?
- The Stranger was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.