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The Mysterious Stranger
Featured Movie ⭐ 7.5 TMDb

The Mysterious Stranger

1982 1h 30m Mystery / Family
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About the Film

The film version of the same-titled book by Mark Twain. A young printer's apprentice imagines himself back in the days of Guttenberg, helping him to print the Bible. The next thing he knows he has conjured up a young spirit from the future who casts spells over striking printers and causes general mischief.

The Watchlist Wizard Verdict

The Vibe: The Mysterious Stranger is a captivating and well-crafted mystery and family movie from 1982. Directed by Peter H. Hunt, and starring Christoph Waltz, Chris Makepeace, Bernhard Wicki The film version of the same-titled book by Mark Twain.

Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7.5/10, The Mysterious Stranger delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded Mystery landscape.

Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends mystery with family elements, The Mysterious Stranger deserves a spot on your watchlist.

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Production Specs

Status Released
Released 1982-10-11
Runtime 1h 30m
Budget N/A
Revenue N/A
Language EN

Top Billed Cast

Christoph Waltz
Christoph Waltz Ernst Wasserman
Chris Makepeace
Chris Makepeace August Feldner
Bernhard Wicki
Bernhard Wicki Heinrich Stein
Herbert Fux
Herbert Fux Hans Katzenyammer
Bernd Stephan
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