The Stranger

An undercover police operation attempts to infiltrate a dangerous criminal network. As the investigation deepens, an officer assumes a new identity to gain the trust of a suspected killer. The lines between law enforcement and the criminal underworld begin to blur, testing the officer's resolve and the integrity of the operation.

The Stranger received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise directed at its intense atmosphere, compelling performances, and a thought-provoking exploration of identity and morality. Critics lauded its slow-burn tension and realistic portrayal of undercover work.

• Praised for its gripping tension and unsettling realism.

• Lauded for the powerful performances of its lead actors, especially Joel Edgerton and Sean Harris.

• Acknowledged for its nuanced portrayal of the psychological toll of undercover operations.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the compelling performances, finding it to be a gritty and realistic depiction of law enforcement's darker side. Some viewers noted its deliberate pacing, but overall, it was seen as a well-crafted thriller.

Nominated for Best Film at the 2022 Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Awards.

The film is based on the true story of an undercover police operation that targeted a child exploitation ring, inspired by a real-life undercover officer known only as 'The Stranger'.