Now, before we get into the fundamentals of how you can watch 'I Was a Stranger' right now, here are some essential information about the Philistine Films, SPACE + ART Entertainment, REEL Foundation, Karma Films drama flick. I Was a Stranger starring Yasmine Al Massri, Yahya Mahayni, Omar Sy, Ziad Bakri has a PG-13 rating, a runtime of about 1 hr 43 min. The release date of the movie is January 9th, 2026.
Want the short version of the plot? Here's the plot: "A doctor, a soldier, a smuggler, a father, and a captain. In a world divided by borders and war, five lives intersect in the pursuit of safety and belonging. Their journeys reveal the heartbreak and fragile beauty of those who dare to start over."
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'I Was a Stranger' Release Dates
Watch in Movie Theaters on January 9th, 2026
































