The Stranger (2025 film)
| Company type | Film production company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Film production |
| Founder | François Ozon |
The Stranger () is a French drama film scheduled for release in 2025, directed by François Ozon and adapted from Albert Camus's 1942 literary work. The lead role of Meursault is portrayed by Benjamin Voisin, with supporting performances from Rebecca Marder, Pierre Lottin, Swann Arlaud, and Denis Lavant.
This production is a collaboration between FOZ, France 2 Cinéma, Gaumont, Scope Pictures, and Lions Production et Services. The film will make its debut in the main competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on 2 September 2025, where it is also a contender for the Golden Lion. Its French theatrical release is scheduled for 29 October 2025, managed by Gaumont.
Cast
- Benjamin Voisin as Meursault
- Rebecca Marder
- Pierre Lottin
- Swann Arlaud
- Denis Lavant
Production
The movie is an adaptation of the 1942 novella The Stranger by Albert Camus. It centers on a detached French Algerian who kills an unnamed Arab man shortly after attending his mother's funeral in Algiers. The story then explores both the act and the protagonist's persona through a trial. Recognized as a cornerstone of existentialism and considered Camus's finest work, this novella ranks among the most translated French books worldwide, available in 75 languages. Ozon’s version follows the footsteps of the 1967 adaptation directed by Italian filmmaker Luchino Visconti, which starred Marcello Mastroianni as Meursault.
In March 2025, Benjamin Voisin was confirmed to play the central character. The film’s production was led by Ozon’s company FOZ alongside co-producers Gaumont, France 2 Cinéma, Belgium’s Scope Pictures, and Morocco’s Lions Production et Services. Filming commenced in Morocco in April 2025, with cast members including Rebecca Marder, Pierre Lottin, Swann Arlaud, and Denis Lavant.
Release
The Stranger had its world premiere on 2 September 2025 at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, competing for the prestigious Golden Lion award.
Gaumont acquired international sales rights in April 2025 and showcased the film at Cannes’ Marché du Film to attract distributors worldwide. The company has slated the film’s release in French cinemas for 29 October 2025.
Accolades
| Award | Ceremony Date | Category | Nominee(s) | Outcome | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venice Film Festival | 6 September 2025 | Golden Lion | François Ozon | Template:Pending |
External links
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- 2020s French films
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- French films based on novels
- Films based on French novels
- Works based on The Stranger (Camus novel)
- Films shot in Morocco
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- Films based on works by Albert Camus
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- Moroccan drama films