The Stranger Beside Me
2003, English. Directed by Paul Shapiro.
While working at a Seattle clinic for women in the 1970s, Ann Rule becomes friends with Ted Bundy. Based on a book by Ann Rule.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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The Stranger Beside Me is streaming on fuboTV, Cineverse, and Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Paul ShapiroDirector
- Billy CampbellTed Bundy
- Barbara HersheyAnn Rule
- Kevin DunnDick Reed
- Maureen ThomasTherapist
- Suki KaiserKelly Parker
- Brenda JamesMargo
- Jay BrazeauJudge Cowart
- Ben ImmanuelJoe Foley
- Matthew BennettDetective Payton
- Meghan BlackLeslie Rule
- Aaron DouglasProsecutor Baines
- Kimberley WarnatJulie Wyatt
Details
- Released
- 20 March 2003
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $42
- Box office
- $19
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What The Stranger Beside Me is based on
The Stranger Beside Me is based on The Stranger Beside Me (1980) by Ann Rule, published by New American Library.
1980
The Stranger Beside Me
By Ann Rule
Published by New American Library
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The Stranger Beside Me: quick answers
Is The Stranger Beside Me worth watching?
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How long is The Stranger Beside Me?
The Stranger Beside Me runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does The Stranger Beside Me have a post-credits scene?
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The Stranger Beside Me parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Stranger Beside Me is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Stranger Beside Me on?
The Stranger Beside Me is streaming on fuboTV, Cineverse, and Howdy in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Stranger Beside Me?
If you liked The Stranger Beside Me, try Dead Man's Folly, Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1983, Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1980.
Who directed The Stranger Beside Me?
The Stranger Beside Me (2003) was directed by Paul Shapiro and stars Billy Campbell, Barbara Hershey, Kevin Dunn.
What is The Stranger Beside Me based on?
The Stranger Beside Me is based on The Stranger Beside Me (1980) by Ann Rule, published by New American Library.