The Passionate Stranger
Judith Wynter is a happily married novelist whose romantic works are eagerly devoured by scores of female readers. When Carlo, a handsome young Italian chauffeur, arrives to work for Judith and her husband, a professor currently recovering from an attack of paralysis, he causes quite a flutter; when he then reads the manuscript of Judith's latest novel, he jumps to a rather unfortunate conclusion... and life in the Wynter household becomes very complicated indeed!
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1957 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Comedy, Romance, Drama |
| Director | Muriel Box |
| Runtime | 97 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.3/10 (12 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Passionate Stranger is an acquired taste at 5.3/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
A classic from 1957. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Ralph Richardson
Roger Wynter / Sir Clement
Margaret Leighton
Judith Wynter / Leonie Hathaway
Patricia Dainton
Emily / Betty
Carlo Giustini
Carlo / Mario
Frederick Piper
Mr. Poldy
Thorley Walters
Jimmy
George Woodbridge
1st Landlord
Allan Cuthbertson
Dr. Stevenson
Marjorie Rhodes
Mrs. Poldy
Megs Jenkins
Millie
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