The Stranger (2014)
A supernatural horror thriller from Chile in which a blood-addicted stranger's arrival in a quiet Canadian town ignites an unstoppable wave of violence.
The Stranger - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Stranger
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: Guillermo Amoedo
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Thriller, Horror, Mystery
- Runtime: 1h 33m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): June 12, 2014 (United States), May 5, 2016 (Germany - 18)
- Alternative Titles: Eli Roth Presents The Stranger (US)
- Production Companies: Sobras International Pictures
- Production Countries: Chile
The Stranger - Plot
A supernatural thriller, laced by flashbacks, and set in Canada's North-West, "The Stranger" turns on the mysterious titular figure of Martin, who comes to a small quiet town seeking to kill his wife Ana who suffers from a very dangerous decease that makes her addicted to human blood - just like himself-. However, when he arrives to the town, he discovers that Ana has been dead for a couple of years and decides to commit suicide to definitely eradicate this dangerous decease, but, before he can do it, Martin's brutally attacked by three local thugs led by Caleb, the son of a corrupt police lieutenant, and the incident suddenly starts a snowball that will plunge the community into a bloodbath.
The Stranger - Trailer
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Blood will tear us apart.
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The Stranger - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Guillermo Amoedo
Main Cast
- Lorenza Izzo
- Ariel Levy
- Aaron Burns
- Cristo Montt
- Luis Gnecco
- Sally Rose
- Pablo Vila
- Alessandra Guerzoni
- Eric Kleinsteuber
- Nicolás Durán
Writers
- Guillermo Amoedo
Producers
- Miguel Asensio Llamas
- Colleen Camp
- Nicolás López
- Eli Roth
The Stranger - FAQs
Where can you stream The Stranger (2014)?
The Stranger (2014) is available to stream on AMC+, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Philo, and Sundance Now. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube, and is available for free on Hoopla.
What is The Stranger (2014) about?
The Stranger follows Martin, a mysterious man who travels to a remote Canadian town to find his wife Ana, who shares his dangerous blood addiction. When he learns she has died, his attempted suicide is interrupted by a brutal attack from local thugs, setting off a violent and bloody chain of events.
Is The Stranger a vampire movie?
The Stranger takes a grounded, unconventional approach to vampire mythology. Rather than featuring classic supernatural vampires, the film presents blood addiction as a mysterious, infectious disease. The tone is closer to a gritty crime-horror hybrid than a traditional vampire film, emphasizing brutal violence over gothic atmosphere.
Who directed The Stranger (2014)?
The Stranger was directed by Chilean filmmaker Guillermo Amoedo, who also wrote the screenplay. The film was produced under the banner of Eli Roth, whose name appears in the film's US release title, Eli Roth Presents The Stranger.
Who are the main actors in The Stranger?
The Stranger stars Cristo Montt as the enigmatic Martin, Lorenza Izzo as Ana, and Ariel Levy as the menacing Caleb. The cast also includes Aaron Burns, Luis Gnecco, Sally Rose, Pablo Vila, Alessandra Guerzoni, Eric Kleinsteuber, and Nicolás Durán.
What is the age rating for The Stranger (2014)?
The Stranger does not carry an official MPA rating in the United States. However, the film contains strong graphic violence, blood, and disturbing content throughout. It received an 18 certificate in Germany upon its May 2016 release there, reflecting its intense and mature horror content.
How long is The Stranger (2014)?
The Stranger has a runtime of 93 minutes, or 1 hour and 33 minutes. The film moves at a tense, deliberate pace, using its relatively compact runtime to build dread and escalate violence across its small-town Canadian setting.
What movies are similar to The Stranger (2014)?
Viewers who enjoyed The Stranger may also like The Strangers (2008), The Green Inferno (2013), Backcountry (2015), Emelie (2016), and Lost Highway (1997). These films share similar tones of isolated dread, graphic violence, or supernatural horror, making them strong recommendations for fans of the genre.
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