The Stranger (1991)
The Stranger is streaming in India on EPIC ON, NFDC Amazon Channel.
The verdict
The Stranger stood out as one of the better-rated Bengali films of its release window. It holds a 7.6/10 on TMDB from 63 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 114 minutes. In India you can stream it on EPIC ON, NFDC Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 1h 54m on it?
1h 54m of Bengali drama. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 7.6/10 from 63 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
A well-off family is paid an unexpected, and rather unwanted, visit by a man claiming to be the woman's long lost uncle. The initial suspicion with which they greet the man slowly dissolves as he regales them with stories of his travels, tales that are at odds with their conventional middle class perspective on the world.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 54m |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Bengali |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Satyajit Ray
Cast
Where to watch in India
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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