Overview

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.

Cast

Clu Gulager, Ernst Günther, Per Oscarsson, Anne-Lise Gabold, Ulla Sjöblom, Gudrun Brost, Inga Tidblad, Hans Alfredson

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What is "A Stranger Came by Train" 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 also features a brief performance by Per Oscarsson, following his highly publicized "retirement" from screen acting.

When was "A Stranger Came by Train" released?

A Stranger Came by Train was released in 1974.

Who stars in "A Stranger Came by Train"?

The cast includes Clu Gulager, Ernst Günther, Per Oscarsson, Anne-Lise Gabold.