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A Stranger in My Arms (1959): Cast

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A Stranger in My Arms is a 1959 romantic drama directed by Helmut Käutner, starring Sam Harris as Memorial Service Attendee (uncredited), Forbes Murray and Peter Graves. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.

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A Stranger in My Arms (1959) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Helmut Käutner
Genres
Romance , Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Stranger in My Arms About?

The premise of A Stranger in My Arms without spoilers.

“I’m trying to keep my hands off you…but I can’t…I cant!” An Air Force pilot finds romance with his war buddy’s widow.

A Stranger in My Arms Themes & Keywords

· 36 tags
  • based on novel
  • korean war
  • year 1953
  • shot down
  • air force
  • pilot
  • navigator
  • life raft
  • sea
  • killed in action
  • medal of honor
  • widow
+24 more
  • test pilot
  • major
  • captain
  • mother son relationship
  • heroism
  • bribery
  • congressman
  • in law
  • suicide
  • pacific ocean
  • depression
  • colonel
  • memorial
  • reckless flying
  • photograph
  • rescue
  • shark
  • pistol
  • georgia usa
  • family relationships
  • last will and testament
  • dog tags
  • flashback
  • domineering mother
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Cast & crew

A Stranger in My Arms Cast & Characters

Sam Harris leads the cast as Memorial Service Attendee (uncredited), with Forbes Murray as Memorial Service Attendee (uncredited) and Peter Graves as Donald Beasley. Directed by Helmut Käutner; 28 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in A Stranger in My Arms

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From the director

More from Helmut Käutner

More films directed by Helmut Käutner: Die Feuerzangenbowle, The House in Montevideo, Redhead and Operation Caviar.

Full filmography
Cars

Cars in A Stranger in My Arms

3 cars on screen, including the 1958 De Soto Fireflite Convertible and the 1956 Imperial Crown Imperial Limousine.

  • 1958 De Soto Fireflite Convertible in A Stranger in My Arms 1958 De Soto Fireflite Convertible Important role
  • 1956 Imperial Crown Imperial Limousine in A Stranger in My Arms 1956 Imperial Crown Imperial Limousine Minor role
  • 1955 Chevrolet unknown in A Stranger in My Arms 1955 Chevrolet unknown Background role
Details

A Stranger in My Arms Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Ein Fremder in meinen Armen” and “Un étranger dans mes bras”.

Also known as
  • Ein Fremder in meinen Armen
  • Un étranger dans mes bras
  • Uno sconosciuto nella mia vita

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FAQ

A Stranger in My Arms FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Stranger in My Arms, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Stranger in My Arms?

A Stranger in My Arms runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was A Stranger in My Arms released?

A Stranger in My Arms was released on March 3, 1959.

Who directed A Stranger in My Arms?

A Stranger in My Arms was directed by Helmut Käutner.

More films by Helmut Käutner

Who is in the cast of A Stranger in My Arms?

A Stranger in My Arms stars Sam Harris as Memorial Service Attendee (uncredited), Forbes Murray as Memorial Service Attendee (uncredited) and Peter Graves as Donald Beasley, among 28 credited actors.

Does A Stranger in My Arms have a post-credit scene?

No. A Stranger in My Arms has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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