The Stranger's Return (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1933, The Stranger's Return is a drama and romance film directed by King Vidor, running about 89 minutes. “A story of real people” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A divorcée leaves New York to visit her grandfather's farm and recover in the Midwest, where she unexpectedly falls in love with a married farmer.
Who’s in it. The Stranger's Return stars Lionel Barrymore as Grandpa Cyrus Tatum Storr, Miriam Hopkins as Louise, Franchot Tone as Guy Crane and Stuart Erwin as Simon Bates, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Stranger's Return 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's Return page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stranger's Return tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stranger's Return (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stranger's Return change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stranger's Return worth watching?
- The Stranger's Return holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stranger's Return?
- The Stranger's Return stars Lionel Barrymore, Miriam Hopkins, Franchot Tone, Stuart Erwin and Irene Hervey.
- When was The Stranger's Return released?
- The Stranger's Return was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.