The Stranger (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1995, The Stranger is an action film directed by Fritz Kiersch, running about 98 minutes. “Revenge Has Never Looked So Good.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this modern retelling of High Plains Drifter, a female biker rides into a desert town to seek revenge on "Angel" and his ruthless gang.
Who’s in it. The Stranger stars Kathy Long as The Stranger, Andrew Divoff as Angel, Eric Pierpoint as Sheriff Gordon Cole and Robin Lynn Heath as Cordet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Stranger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stranger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stranger tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stranger (1995)?
- In GB, The Stranger is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Stranger worth watching?
- The Stranger holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stranger?
- The Stranger stars Kathy Long, Andrew Divoff, Eric Pierpoint, Robin Lynn Heath and Ash Adams.
- When was The Stranger released?
- The Stranger was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.