Movie

When a Stranger Calls

“Every babysitter's nightmare becomes real...”

★ 6.2(300)19791h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Fred Walton
Release date: 1979-08-24
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: English
Box office: $25,000,000
Budget: $1,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Melvin Simon Productions
Part of: When a Stranger Calls Collection

When a Stranger Calls — trailer

About When a Stranger Calls

When a Stranger Calls is a 1979 movie in the Horror and Thriller genres, directed by Fred Walton, starring Carol Kane, Charles Durning and Colleen Dewhurst. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 300 viewers. Below you can see where to watch When a Stranger Calls in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A student babysitter has her evening disturbed when the phone rings. So begins a series of increasingly terrifying and threatening calls that lead to a shocking revelation.

Cast

Carol Kane

Jill Johnson

Charles Durning

John Clifford

Colleen Dewhurst

Tracy

Tony Beckley

Curt Duncan

Rutanya Alda

Mrs. Mandrakis

Carmen Argenziano

Dr. Mandrakis

Kirsten Larkin

Nancy

Ron O'Neal

Lt. Charlie Garber

Heetu

Houseboy

Rachel Roberts

Dr. Monk

Michael Champion

Bill

William Boyett

Sgt. Sacker (as Bill Boyett)

Themes & keywords

babysitterphone callsinisterfrightenedhorrified

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch When a Stranger Calls in Mexico?+

When a Stranger Calls is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is When a Stranger Calls on Netflix?+

When a Stranger Calls is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is When a Stranger Calls?+

When a Stranger Calls has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in When a Stranger Calls?+

When a Stranger Calls stars Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Colleen Dewhurst, Tony Beckley and Rutanya Alda.

When did When a Stranger Calls come out?+

When a Stranger Calls is a 1979 movie directed by Fred Walton.

What genre is When a Stranger Calls?+

When a Stranger Calls is Horror and Thriller film.

Who directed When a Stranger Calls?+

When a Stranger Calls was directed by Fred Walton.