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An American gangster of Swedish origins returns to his homeland to set up shop as a morality crusader, much in the manner of the later phenomenon of televangelists. While indulging in behind-the-scene shenanigans including rape and murder, the gangster (played by American Clu Gulagher) preaches to large audiences, using mass hypnotism and show-biz razzmatazz to get his message across. The film also features a brief performance by Per Oscarsson, following his highly publicized "retirement" from screen acting.

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What is A Stranger Came by Train (1974) about?

An American gangster of Swedish origins returns to his homeland to set up shop as a morality crusader, much in the manner of the later phenomenon of televangelists. While indulging in behind-the-scene shenanigans including rape and murder, the gangster (played by American Clu Gulagher) preaches to large audiences, using mass hypnotism and show-biz razzmatazz to get his message across. The film…

Who stars in A Stranger Came by Train?

A Stranger Came by Train stars Clu Gulager (Glenn Mortenson), Ernst Günther (Anders Andersson), Per Oscarsson (Johan Gustavsson), Anne-Lise Gabold (Maria), Ulla Sjöblom (Kristina Nordbäck). The film was directed by Lars G. Thelestam.

How long is A Stranger Came by Train?

A Stranger Came by Train has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1974.

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