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The Stranger

7.219461h 35mMovieThrillerCrime

An investigator from the War Crimes Commission travels to Connecticut to find an infamous Nazi, who may be hiding out in a small town in the guise of a distinguished professor engaged to the Supreme Court Justice’s daughter.

DirectorOrson Welles
WriterAnthony Veiller
ProducersSam Spiegel·John Huston

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Cast · Directed by Orson Welles

EREdward G. Robinson
Edward G. Robinson
Federal Agent Wilson
LYLoretta Young
Loretta Young
Mary Longstreet
OWOrson Welles
Orson Welles
Prof. Charles Rankin
PMPhilip Merivale
Philip Merivale
Judge Adam Longstreet
RLRichard Long
Richard Long
Noah Longstreet
KSKonstantin Shayne
Konstantin Shayne
Konrad Meinike
BKByron Keith
Byron Keith
Dr. Jeffrey Lawrence
BHBilly House
Billy House
Mr. Solomon Potter
MWMartha Wentworth
Martha Wentworth
Sara
DBDavid Bond
David Bond
Student (uncredited)
JBJohn Brown
John Brown
Passport Photographer (uncredited)
ND
Neal Dodd
Minister (uncredited)

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The Stranger — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Stranger?

The Stranger is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, JustWatch TV Plus and Bloodstream in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Stranger on Netflix?

No, The Stranger is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and JustWatch TV Plus.

Is The Stranger on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Stranger is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of November 2026.

Where can I watch The Stranger for free?

The Stranger is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV Free and Tubi TV in Australia.