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The Deliberate Stranger

6.319863h 5mMMovieDramaCrimeThriller

Based on a true story, this film depicts the life of Ted Bundy, the serial killer. In 1974, after having murdered several young women, he leaves Seattle for Utah, where he is a law student and where other girls disappear. It takes the…

DirectorMarvin J. Chomsky
ProducersMalcolm Stuart·Marvin J. Chomsky

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Cast · Directed by Marvin J. Chomsky

MHMark Harmon
Mark Harmon
Ted Bundy
FFFrederic Forrest
Frederic Forrest
Det. Bob Keppel
GGGeorge Grizzard
George Grizzard
Richard Larsen
BMBen Masters
Ben Masters
Det. Mike Fisher
GOGlynnis O'Connor
Glynnis O'Connor
Cas Richter
MWM. Emmet Walsh
M. Emmet Walsh
Det. Sam Davies
JAJohn Ashton
John Ashton
Det. Roger Dunn
BBBonnie Bartlett
Bonnie Bartlett
Louise Bundy
BBBilly Green Bush
Billy Green Bush
Officer Bradley
FCFrederick Coffin
Frederick Coffin
Jerry Thompson
DGDeborah Goodrich
Deborah Goodrich
Martha Chambers
LPLawrence Pressman
Lawrence Pressman
Ken Wolverton

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The Deliberate Stranger — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Deliberate Stranger?

The Deliberate Stranger isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Deliberate Stranger on Netflix?

No, The Deliberate Stranger is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Deliberate Stranger on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Deliberate Stranger isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Deliberate Stranger for free?

The Deliberate Stranger isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Deliberate Stranger?

The Deliberate Stranger hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 22, 1986. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.

Is The Deliberate Stranger based on a true story?

Yes — The Deliberate Stranger is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).