---
title: "The Intruder"
year: 1999
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-intruder-1999"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 86023
imdb_id: "tt0187995"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 4.6
vote_count: 22
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Intruder (1999) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-intruder-1999

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Intruder is a psychological thriller film released in 1999. The film was directed by David Bailey from a screenplay by Jamie Brown, based on the novel of the same name by Brooke Leimas. It stars Charlotte Gainsbourg as a woman who moves to a new city where a film score composer named Nick Girard catches her eye. Following a whirlwind romance, Catherine and Nick marry and she moves into his apartment. Almost instantly, however, something seems amiss. Nick had a previous wife named Stella who was killed, and her presence appears to still reside in the apartment. Furthermore, the neighbours in the building are not welcoming, and Catherine begins to suspect she is being stalked by an unseen force trying to warn her about Nick. As the situation unfolds, Nick starts to doubt Catherine's sanity.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Pluto TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Bailey
- **Networks / Studios**: GFT Kingsborough Films, Steve Walsh Productions, Studio Eight Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Charlotte Gainsbourg** as *Catherine Girard*
- **John Hannah** as *Charlie*
- **Nastassja Kinski** as *Badge Mueller*
- **Charles Powell** as *Nick Girard*
- **Molly Parker** as *Daisy*
- **Charles Papasoff** as *Saxophonist*
- **Mike Tsar** as *Detective Fordham*
- **Angelo Tsarouchas** as *Leiberman*
- **Janis Kirshner** as *Policewoman*
- **David McKeown** as *Mugger*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Intruder online?
The Intruder is currently available to watch or stream on Pluto TV, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Intruder worth watching?
The Intruder holds a community rating of 4.6/10 based on 22 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Thriller, Mystery for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Intruder and when was it released?
The Intruder is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 1999. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Intruder?
The Intruder was directed by David Bailey.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Intruder — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/86023)
- [The Intruder (1999 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Intruder_(1999_film))
- [The Intruder (1999) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0187995/fullcredits/)
- [The Intruder (1999) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/86023-the-intruder/cast)
- [The Intruder - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/the-intruder/cast/2000053665/)
- [The Intruder (1999) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-intruder-1999-1/credits)

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