Quick overview
An Unknown Friend (1978) leans into its genre DNA with a straightforward setup and a clear, watchable rhythm. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Åke Lindman, Bruno O'Ya, and Kate O'Mara—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 6.7/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
An Unknown Friend (1978)
Okänd vän, En, Unknown Friend, An-
Released: January 20, 1978
Runtime: 90 min
: 6.667/10 from 6 votes
The cold and ruthless Bruno is married to Karen. Together they seek out poor and defenseless people offering them life insurance policies. Bruno and Karen make sure that it pays off. A movie about insurance scams. Inspector Susikoski investigates.
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