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Stranger Than Paradise

7.119841h 30mRMovieComedyDrama

New York layabout Willie forms an unexpected bond with his young Hungarian cousin Eva when she pays him a surprise visit. Later, Eva moves in with their aunt in Cleveland, and Willie takes his best friend Eddie to see her—a visit that culminates in a strange, eventful trip to Florida.

DirectorJim Jarmusch
WriterJim Jarmusch
ProducersSara Driver·Otto Grokenberger

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Cast · Directed by Jim Jarmusch

JLJohn Lurie
John Lurie
Willie
EBEszter Balint
Eszter Balint
Eva
RERichard Edson
Richard Edson
Eddie
CS
Cecillia Stark
Aunt Lotte
DR
Danny Rosen
Billy
RRammellzee
Rammellzee
Man with money
TDTom DiCillo
Tom DiCillo
Airline Agent
RBRichard Boes
Richard Boes
Factory Worker
RRRockets Redglare
Rockets Redglare
Poker Player
HP
Harvey Perr
Poker Player
BB
Brian J. Burchill
Poker Player
SDSara Driver
Sara Driver
Girl with Hat

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Stranger Than Paradise — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Stranger Than Paradise?

Stranger Than Paradise is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Stranger Than Paradise on Netflix?

No, Stranger Than Paradise is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

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Stranger Than Paradise isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Stranger Than Paradise is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.