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When a Stranger Calls

R1h 37m1979Fred Walton
IMDb: 6.4/10Rotten: 38%Metacritic: 58/100
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"Every babysitter's nightmare becomes real..."

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.

HorrorThrillerMystery
BabysitterPhone CallSinisterFrightenedHorrified

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Frequently asked questions

What is When a Stranger Calls (1979) about?

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.

Who stars in When a Stranger Calls?

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.

How long is When a Stranger Calls?

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

Is When a Stranger Calls worth watching?

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

Where can I watch When a Stranger Calls?

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