The Strangers in 7A is a 1972 American made-for-television suspense thriller film directed by Paul Wendkos. It originally aired on November 14, 1972, as an installment of the ABC Movie of the Week. The screenplay was written by Eric Roth, based on the 1967 novel of the same name by Fielden Farrington.
The film stars Andy Griffith and Ida Lupino as Artie and Miriam Sawyer, a couple who manage a high-rise apartment building. The plot follows a group of bank robbers who seize apartment 7A to use as a base of operations for a nearby heist. The criminals hold the Sawyers hostage to ensure the success of their plan and to maintain their cover within the building. The cast also features Michael Brandon, James Olson, and Tim McIntire.
Produced by Palomar Pictures International, the film is categorized within the crime and psychological thriller genres. It is frequently cited as part of a period in Andy Griffith's career where he sought to transition from comedic roles into more serious, dramatic territory. The production utilizes a confined setting to generate tension, a common characteristic of television films from that era.