Three Identical Strangers (2018)

Kernel Score: 82% · 794 ratings · Rated PG-13

Genres: Documentary

Released: 2018-06-29

Runtime: 97 minutes

Where to watch Three Identical Strangers

  • Free with ads: Kanopy, Tubi
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

New York, 1980. Three complete strangers accidentally discover that they're identical triplets, separated at birth. The 19-year-olds' joyous reunion catapults them to international fame, but also unlocks an extraordinary and disturbing secret that goes beyond their own lives – and could transform our understanding of human nature forever.

Three Identical Strangers parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that Three Identical Strangers is a PG-13 documentary about triplets separated at birth who uncover a disturbing secret.

  • Violence & scariness: A little — No physical violence, but the film covers distressing psychological themes including mental illness and a shocking, disturbing secret experiment.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Tim Wardle

Cast

  • David Kellman as Self
  • Robert Shafran as Self
  • Lawrence Wright as Self

Three Identical Strangers FAQ

Is Three Identical Strangers good?

Three Identical Strangers has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 794 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Three Identical Strangers?

In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Three Identical Strangers OK for kids?

Three Identical Strangers is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Three Identical Strangers is a PG-13 documentary about triplets separated at birth who uncover a disturbing secret.

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