Dear Stranger movie poster

Dear Stranger

September 12, 2025 2h 18m 8.6/10 (7 votes)

Released just last year. Dear Stranger is a drama film. directed by Tetsuya Mariko. With a runtime of 2h 18m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Hidetoshi Nishijima, Gwei Lun-Mei, and Julian Wang

Synopsis

A Japanese man and his Chinese-American wife struggle with work, parenting, and caregiving in NYC. Their strained life spirals when their son is kidnapped, leading to murder. Unspoken truths and secrets surface, deepening their rift. Can they rebuild their shattered vision of a "happy family"?

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 12, 2025 4 months ago
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Runtime 2h 18m 138 minutes total
User Rating 8.6/10 Excellent (7 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Rollin Studios
  • Toei Company
  • ROJI
  • Lou Lou Film Studio

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dear Stranger about?

A Japanese man and his Chinese-American wife struggle with work, parenting, and caregiving in NYC. Their strained life spirals when their son is kidnapped, leading to murder. Unspoken truths and se...

Who directed Dear Stranger?

Dear Stranger was directed by Tetsuya Mariko.

How long is Dear Stranger?

Dear Stranger has a runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes (138 minutes total).

When was Dear Stranger released?

Dear Stranger was released on September 12, 2025 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dear Stranger?

The main cast of Dear Stranger includes Hidetoshi Nishijima, Gwei Lun-Mei, Julian Wang, Christopher Mann, Everest Talde.