The Foreigner

1978Movie1 h 30 min

55
DecentGoodWatch score
55
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

A French special op suffers an existential crisis as he wanders New York City in search of a mission and the requisite connections.

Good for

  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults
  • Partner watch

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Cast

Crew

Directed by
Amos Poe
Written by
Amos Poe
Produced by
Amos Poe
Music by
Ivan Král

Everyone

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Facts

January 1, 1978 · 1 h 30 min · Thriller, Drama

Released
January 1, 1978
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Genres
Thriller, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
136 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream The Foreigner?"

Questions about The Foreigner

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Foreigner?

In the United States, The Foreigner is free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, Filmzie, and Tubi TV. It also streams in 135 other countries.

Is The Foreigner worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55 (IMDb 5).

Can I half-watch The Foreigner?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 8 for ambiguity.

Is The Foreigner plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.