The Strangers(2008)
“Lock the door. Pretend you're safe.”
Overview
After a 4 a.m. knock at the door and haunting voices, Kristen McKay and James Hoyt’s remote getaway becomes a psychological night of terror as three masked strangers invade. Now they must go far beyond what they thought themselves capable of if they hope to survive.
Director
Bryan Bertino
Studio
Intrepid Pictures
Budget
$9M
Revenue
$83M
Cast
Liv Tyler
as Kristen McKay
Scott Speedman
as James Hoyt
Gemma Ward
as Dollface
Kip Weeks
as Man in the Mask
Laura Margolis
as Pin-Up Girl
Glenn Howerton
as Mike
Alex Fisher
as Mormon Boy #1
Peter Clayton-Luce
as Mormon Boy #2
Nick Barghini
as Joe - Lumberjack (uncredited)
Shawn McClellan
as Shawn the Bartender (uncredited)
Jordan Orr
as Jordan - 911 Caller (voice) (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2008
Runtime
1h 26m
Language
English
Rating
6.1 / 10
Budget
$9M
Box Office
$83M
Production Companies
Intrepid Pictures • Rogue Pictures • Vertigo Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Strangers?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Strangers (2008).
What is The Strangers about?▼
After a 4 a.m. knock at the door and haunting voices, Kristen McKay and James Hoyt’s remote getaway becomes a psychological night of terror as three masked strangers invade. Now they must go far beyond what they thought themselves capable of if they hope to survive.
Who directed The Strangers?▼
The Strangers was directed by Bryan Bertino and released in 2008. It is a horror film.
How long is The Strangers?▼
The Strangers has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
Who stars in The Strangers?▼
The cast of The Strangers includes Liv Tyler as Kristen McKay, Scott Speedman as James Hoyt, Gemma Ward as Dollface, Kip Weeks as Man in the Mask, Laura Margolis as Pin-Up Girl and more.
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