I Was a Stranger(2025)
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Based on 14 million true stories.
I Was a Stranger Synopsis
A Syrian doctor and her daughter flee Aleppo, setting off a chain of events that binds five strangers together. A smuggler, a soldier, a poet, and a coast guard captain collide in a crisis that tests their courage, their choices, and their humanity.
I Was a Stranger (2025) is a drama and thriller film directed by Brandt Andersen, released on December 31, 2025 with a runtime of 1h 43m. It stars Yasmine Al Massri, Yahya Mahayni, Omar Sy and Ziad Bakri. Viewers rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 40 ratings.
- Director:
- Brandt Andersen
- Writers:
- Brandt Andersen
- Producers:
- Brandt Andersen, Ossama Bawardi, Ryan Busse
- Cinematographer:
- Jonathan Sela
- Composer:
- Nick Chuba
- Production:
- Philistine Films, SPACE + ART Entertainment, REEL Foundation, Karma Films, Angel Studios
- Status:
- Released
I Was a Stranger (2025) Trailer
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I Was a Stranger Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for I Was a Stranger.
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The Least Of These
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A Must See Movie This Winter
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We're all strangers, but we're all connected
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If You Get Caught, That's Not My Problem
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Don't Miss I Was a Stranger
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Now In Theaters
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I Was a Stranger Cast & Crew
Main cast
Yasmine Al Massri
as Amira Homsi
Yahya Mahayni
as Mustafa
Omar Sy
as Marwan
Ziad Bakri
as Fathi
Constantine Markoulakis
as Stavros
Jason Beghe
as Dr. Kroft
Ayman Samman
as Shaheen
Massa Daoud
as Rasha Homsi
Angeliki Papoulia
as Helena
Saleh Bakri
as Alaa
- Jay Abdo
Jay Abdo
as Papa Homsi
Vicky Papadopoulou
as Charoula
Key crew
Directed by Brandt Andersen, written by Brandt Andersen, produced by Brandt Andersen, Ossama Bawardi and Ryan Busse.
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I Was a Stranger Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.8/10 from 40 ratings.
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I Was a Stranger – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch I Was a Stranger online?
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I Was a Stranger (2025) is available to stream on Angel Studios, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in I Was a Stranger?
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The main cast of I Was a Stranger (2025) includes Yasmine Al Massri, Yahya Mahayni, Omar Sy, Ziad Bakri and Constantine Markoulakis. The film was directed by Brandt Andersen. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was I Was a Stranger released?
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I Was a Stranger was released on December 31, 2025 and runs for 1h 43m.
Is I Was a Stranger worth watching?
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I Was a Stranger (2025) holds an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 40 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for I Was a Stranger?
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Yes. The official I Was a Stranger trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.