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The Stranger

The most deceitful man a woman ever loved!

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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.

1946•1h 35m•Drama•Film-Noir•Crime•
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"Thoughtfully develops every possible punch"

Jack D. Grant, The Hollywood Reporter

Jul 2, 2022

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"My streaming gem: why you should watch The Stranger"

Andrew Pulver, The Guardian

May 1, 2020

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"Smooth, proficient, somewhat languorous thriller"

Bosley Crowther, NYT

Jul 11, 1946

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"The Stranger is socko melodrama, spinning an intriguing web of thrills and chills."

Variety staff

Dec 31, 1945

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"Classic movie impressions: The Stranger (1946)"

Lisa. R Howeler, Wordpress

Feb 19, 2025

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"The Stranger (1946): Feels like Pulp Fiction"

B.K. Bass

Dec 20, 2014

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