The Stranger Beside Me
Teens

The Stranger Beside Me

Best from age 13 · PG-13 · 1995 · 92 min

The Stranger Beside Me

Jennifer marries Chris, hoping to escape a tragic past, but soon discovers his charming exterior hides a dark, possessive, and violent nature. As a series of rapes unfold, she begins to suspect her new husband and must uncover the truth before she becomes his next victim. This suspenseful thriller explores themes of betrayal and danger within a marriage.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Strong

6/10

Language

Moderate

3/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

Moderate

4/10

Scary moments

Strong

6/10

Heads up

  • Portrays domestic tension and psychological manipulation
  • Depicts implied sexual violence and abduction attempts
  • Features a serial predator character

Models well

  • Courage in the face of danger
  • Seeking truth and justice
  • Self-preservation

Talk about it after

  • Recognizing warning signs in relationships
  • Trust and betrayal
  • The importance of intuition
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