Perfect Strangers (2022): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Perfect Strangers is a 2022 comedy thriller directed by Wissam Smayra, starring Nadine Labaki as May, Adel Karam and Mona Zaki. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $87,244 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 72/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Wissam Smayra
- Original language
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Arabic
- Studio
- Film Clinic
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Perfect Strangers About?
The premise of Perfect Strangers without spoilers.
A dinner party unravels when a tight group of friends agree to leave their phones unlocked on the table, exposing juicy interactions and dark secrets.
Perfect Strangers Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- homosexuality
- gay
- gay friend
- remake
- lebanon
- egypt
- dinner table
- university
- dinner
- text
- lie
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- marriage
- friendship
- food
- daughter
- middle east
- arab world
- social media
- game
- telephone
- smartphone
- private
- strangers
- party
- friend
- secret
- uae
- infidelity
- media
- father
- social
- cheating
- parenting
- betrayal
- text message
- ringtone
- screen
- society
- condoms
- guests
- invitation
- divorce
- catastrophe
- cuisine
- pink floyd
- dark side of the moon
- arabic
Perfect Strangers Cast & Characters
Nadine Labaki leads the cast as May, with Adel Karam as Ziad and Mona Zaki as Mariam. Directed by Wissam Smayra; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Wissam Smayra
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Nadine Labaki as May -
Adel Karam as Ziad - Mona Zaki as Mariam
- Eyad Nassar as Sherif
Also Starring in Perfect Strangers
· 6 more- Diamand Abou Abboud Jana
- Fouad Yammine Rabea
- Georges Khabbaz Walid
- Raymonde Saade Azar الجدة
- Abdelrahman Yasser Gamal
- Sinead Chaaya Sophie
Perfect Strangers Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 72/100, strongest in sensory experience (84) and weakest in story & flow (58).
Perfect Strangers Echo Score Breakdown
Perfect Strangers delivers competent direction and polished production values, with effective camerawork and a well‑chosen single‑room setting that heightens tension. The ensemble cast offers moments of strong, nuanced performance, though several actors are perceived as uneven. The narrative, however, suffers from a lack of originality, leaning heavily on the source material and presenting dialogue that some viewers find forced. Consequently, the film is enjoyable for a single viewing but its replay value is limited, resulting in a mixed overall impression.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 78
Artistic execution stands out through confident direction and precise cinematography that leverage the confined setting to build suspense. Production design and décor are noted for their cultural authenticity, and editing maintains a steady rhythm. Minor criticism notes reliance on familiar genre conventions, yet overall craft is solid.
- Character & Emotion 72
Character work features several strong performances, with Mona Zaki and other leads delivering believable emotional beats. Nonetheless, some actors are described as flat or overly theatrical, creating an uneven ensemble. The chemistry fluctuates, enhancing moments of tension while occasionally undermining authenticity. Overall, acting quality is mixed but occasionally compelling.
- Story & Flow 58
The narrative follows the familiar premise of a phone‑sharing game that exposes hidden secrets, but the adaptation is criticized for its lack of originality and for transplanting dialogue without cultural nuance. While the premise remains engaging for some viewers, the script is often labeled awkward or cringy, limiting narrative cohesion. Story impact is therefore mixed.
- Sensory Experience 84
Sensory elements receive praise for an evocative soundtrack and effective sound design that underscore tense moments. Visual style, including lighting and camera placement, contributes to an intimate atmosphere within the single location. Overall, audio‑visual execution enhances the viewing experience despite narrative shortcomings.
- Rewatch Factor 66
Rewatch potential is tempered by the film’s reliance on familiar plot twists and dialogue that many find predictable. Viewers who appreciate the thematic discussions and ensemble dynamics may return for a second viewing, while others see little incentive beyond the initial novelty. Consequently, replay value is moderate.
Perfect Strangers Box Office
Perfect Strangers grossed $87,244 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$87.2K
- International
- $87.2K
Perfect Strangers Also Known As
19 alternative titles, including “On Se Connaît ... Ou Pas” and “Ingen hemmeligheder”.
- Also known as
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- On Se Connaît ... Ou Pas
- Ingen hemmeligheder
- 위험한 초대
- 完美謊情
- Nejdražší přátelé
- Messaggi e Segreti
- أصحاب... ولا أعزّ
- Friends... and No Dearer
- On se connaît… ou pas
- Perfeitos Desconhecidos
- Người Lạ Hoàn Hảo
- Τελείως Ξένοι
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- 完美陌生人(黎巴嫩版)
- Perfectos desconocidos
- זרים מושלמים / חברים יקרים מכל
- Complet străini
- Bir Garip Akşam Yemeği
- เพื่อนแปลกหน้า
- Fremde Freunde
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Perfect Strangers FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Perfect Strangers, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Perfect Strangers?
Perfect Strangers runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Perfect Strangers released?
Perfect Strangers was released on January 17, 2022.
Who directed Perfect Strangers?
Perfect Strangers was directed by Wissam Smayra.
More films by Wissam Smayra Who is in the cast of Perfect Strangers?
Perfect Strangers stars Nadine Labaki as May, Adel Karam as Ziad and Mona Zaki as Mariam, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Perfect Strangers make at the box office?
Perfect Strangers grossed $87,244 worldwide.
Does Perfect Strangers have a post-credit scene?
No. Perfect Strangers has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Perfect Strangers in?
The original language of Perfect Strangers is Arabic.
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