Name: When a Stranger Calls
Director: Fred Walton
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Released: 1979-01-01
Duration: 1 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Colleen Dewhurst, Tony Beckley, Rutanya Alda

Question 1

What is When a Stranger Calls (1979) about?

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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.

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Who stars in When a Stranger Calls?

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When a Stranger Calls stars Carol Kane (Jill Johnson), Charles Durning (John Clifford), Colleen Dewhurst (Tracy), Tony Beckley (Curt Duncan), Rutanya Alda (Mrs. Mandrakis). The film was directed by Fred Walton.

Question 3

How long is When a Stranger Calls?

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When a Stranger Calls has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1979. It is rated R.

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Is When a Stranger Calls worth watching?

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When a Stranger Calls holds an IMDb rating of 6.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 38. Fans of Horror, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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Where can I watch When a Stranger Calls?

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