Documentary enthusiasts searching for a truly captivating story are being directed to a film often overlooked: Three Identical Strangers. This BAFTA-nominated documentary, running just over 90 minutes, recounts the astonishing true tale of triplets Bobby Shafran, Eddy Galland, and David Kellman, who were separated at birth and unaware of each other's existence.
A Chance Meeting Changes Everything
In an incredible twist of fate during the 1980s, the three young men crossed paths purely by coincidence, catapulting them to instant celebrity. They lived together, made cameo appearances in films, and even started a business. However, as they delved deeper into their past, they uncovered a horrifying truth that forever altered their lives.
Reddit Users Recommend This 'Stranger Than Fiction' Story
The recommendation came after a Reddit user asked for "blow your socks off" documentaries that are not widely known. One respondent said: "I remember this documentary. It made me so angry. But producers did a great job telling the story." Another admitted: "Yess this is one I would typically scroll past but wow it was definitely one of the best." A third fan noted the story "felt impossible."
Critical Acclaim and Viewer Reactions
With a 96% critics rating and 88% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has garnered widespread praise. One viewer described it as "starting as a fascinating curiosity, the movie takes a dramatic and breath-taking turn to expose a much more unsettling story." Another said: "Classic case of reality being far stranger than fiction. Watch this and you'll be rewarded with a story so wild you'd think it's made up."
Where to Watch
While no longer available on Netflix, Three Identical Strangers can be streamed on YouTube, Apple TV, and Prime Video for a small fee.
