

Familiar Strangers
2008, English. Directed by Zackary Adler.
"Familiar Strangers" asks the question. "Is it really possible to relate to ones parents and siblings after being replaced by the family dog? . . . Perhaps as friends - weird friends?" An off beat - funny - heartfelt story of family negotiating the changing relationships between parents and children, especially as those children grow into adulthood.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 14 November 2008
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Bell
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Familiar Strangers: quick answers
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How long is Familiar Strangers?
Familiar Strangers runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
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Which OTT platform is Familiar Strangers on?
Familiar Strangers isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 November 2008. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Familiar Strangers?
If you liked Familiar Strangers, try The Good Half, About Alex, Landline.
Who directed Familiar Strangers?
Familiar Strangers (2008) was directed by Zackary Adler and stars Shawn Hatosy, DJ Qualls, Tom Bower.