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Movie

Dance with a Stranger

It wasn't simply love. It was a case of cold-blooded passion.

6.1(54)19851h 42m
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Dance with a Stranger is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video in Italy. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 June 2026.

Where to watch Dance with a Stranger

🇮🇹 Italy

Good to know

Director
Mike Newell
Release date
1985-03-01
Runtime
1h 42m
Language
English
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom
Studio
National Film Finance Corporation (NFFC)

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About Dance with a Stranger

Dance with a Stranger is a 1985 movie in the Crime and Drama genres, directed by Mike Newell, starring Miranda Richardson, Rupert Everett and Ian Holm. It has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 54 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Dance with a Stranger in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ruth Ellis lives with her ten-year old son Andy next to a night club. One night she meets David Blakely, and they start a love affair. However, for David with his upper-class background, it is impossible to uphold the relationship. He breaks up with her, something which makes Ellis, obsessed by him, very upset.

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Themes & keywords

london, englandnightclubbased on true storyromancemurdercapital punishmentsingle mothertrue crimeolder woman younger man relationshipshot1950sfemale criminal

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Dance with a Stranger in Italy?+

In Italy, Dance with a Stranger is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Dance with a Stranger on Netflix?+

Dance with a Stranger is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is Dance with a Stranger?+

Dance with a Stranger has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

Who stars in Dance with a Stranger?+

Dance with a Stranger stars Miranda Richardson, Rupert Everett, Ian Holm, Matthew Carroll and Tom Chadbon.

When did Dance with a Stranger come out?+

Dance with a Stranger is a 1985 movie directed by Mike Newell.

What genre is Dance with a Stranger?+

Dance with a Stranger is Crime and Drama film.

Who directed Dance with a Stranger?+

Dance with a Stranger was directed by Mike Newell.

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