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title: "The Comfort of Strangers"
year: 1990
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-comfort-of-strangers-1990"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 41925
imdb_id: "tt0099292"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 107
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 133
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Comfort of Strangers (1990) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-comfort-of-strangers-1990

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Comfort of Strangers
Year: 1990
Genre: Psychological thriller
Director: Paul Schrader
Cast: Christopher Walken, Rupert Everett, Natasha Richardson, Helen Mirren
Screenplay: Harold Pinter
Source Material: Adapted from the 1981 novel of the same name by Ian McEwan
Plot: An Italian diplomat's son follows and seduces English lovers in Venice.
Runtime: 1h 47m
Rating: R
US Release Date: 04/01/1991
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | MGM Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paul Schrader
- **Networks / Studios**: Sovereign Pictures, Erre Produzioni, The Rank Organisation

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christopher Walken** as *Robert*
- **Rupert Everett** as *Colin*
- **Natasha Richardson** as *Mary*
- **Helen Mirren** as *Caroline*
- **Manfredi Aliquò** as *Concierge*
- **David Ford** as *Waiter*
- **Daniel Franco** as *Waiter*
- **Rossana Canghiari** as *Hotel Maid*
- **Fabrizio Sergenti Castellani** as *Bar Manager*
- **Giancarlo Previati** as *First Policeman*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Comfort of Strangers online?
The Comfort of Strangers is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Comfort of Strangers worth watching?
The Comfort of Strangers holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 133 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Comfort of Strangers and when was it released?
The Comfort of Strangers is a feature film with a runtime of 107 minutes. It was released in 1990. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Comfort of Strangers?
The Comfort of Strangers was directed by Paul Schrader.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Comfort of Strangers — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/41925)
- [The Comfort of Strangers (1990) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099292/fullcredits/)
- [The Comfort of Strangers (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Comfort_of_Strangers_(film))
- [The Comfort of Strangers (1990) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/41925-the-comfort-of-strangers/cast)
- [The Comfort of Strangers (film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/The_Comfort_of_Strangers_(film))
- [Full cast of The Comfort of Strangers (Movie, 1990 ...](https://www.moviemeter.com/movies/drama/the-comfort-of-strangers/cast)

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