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Drama · Crime · 2h 2m · 2025

The Stranger

★ 6.8 / 10 · 246 votes FR
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Algiers, 1938. Meursault, a quiet and unassuming employee in his early thirties, attends his mother's funeral without shedding a tear. The next day, he begins a casual affair with Marie, a work colleague. He quickly slips back into his usual routine.

Directed by François Ozon Starring Benjamin Voisin, Rebecca Marder, Pierre Lottin, Denis Lavant, Swann Arlaud
DramaCrime
First releaseOct 29, 2025
Score6.8 / 10
Length2h 2m
LanguageFR

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Release rollout

The Stranger opened first in France on October 29, 2025. The rollout continues across 22 countries, finishing in Czech Republic on November 19, 2026. In the United States, it arrived in theaters on April 3, 2026. A digital release followed on April 2, 2026.

Release dates by country

FranceOct 29, 2025
BulgariaNov 21, 2025
SpainDec 19, 2025
AustriaJan 1, 2026
GermanyJan 1, 2026
CanadaJan 16, 2026
TurkeyJan 16, 2026
SwitzerlandFeb 19, 2026
NetherlandsFeb 26, 2026
RussiaMar 5, 2026
PortugalMar 12, 2026
ItalyApr 2, 2026
United StatesApr 3, 2026
United KingdomApr 10, 2026
BrazilApr 16, 2026
HungaryApr 30, 2026
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SwedenMay 25, 2026
GreeceJun 11, 2026
PolandSep 18, 2026
South KoreaSep 30, 2026
IsraelOct 29, 2026
Czech RepublicNov 19, 2026

Release date history

Oct 21, 2026Israel release announced for Oct 29, 2026
Oct 3, 2026Portugal release announced for Mar 12, 2026

Frequently asked questions

When does The Stranger come out?

The Stranger was released on October 29, 2025.

When does The Stranger come out in United States?

The Stranger was released in United States on April 3, 2026.

When does The Stranger come out in United Kingdom?

The Stranger was released in United Kingdom on April 10, 2026.

When does The Stranger come out in Germany?

The Stranger was released in Germany on January 1, 2026.

When does The Stranger come out in Canada?

The Stranger was released in Canada on January 16, 2026.

When will The Stranger be available on streaming or digital?

The Stranger became available on digital platforms on April 2, 2026.

Who directed The Stranger?

The Stranger was directed by François Ozon.

How long is The Stranger?

The Stranger has a runtime of 2h 2m.

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