I Was a Stranger

“Based on 14 million true stories.”

0.0

2025

1h 43m

DramaThriller

A doctor, a soldier, a smuggler, a father, and a captain. In a world divided by borders and war, five lives intersect in the pursuit of safety and belonging. Their journeys reveal the heartbreak and fragile beauty of those who dare to start over.

Key Crew

Director

Brandt Andersen

Producers

Brandt Andersen

Ossama Bawardi

Ryan Busse

Writers

Brandt Andersen

Cinematography

Jonathan Sela

Music

Nick Chuba

Cast (24)

Yasmine Al Massri

Amira Homsi

Yahya Mahayni

Mustafa

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