When a Stranger Calls

Name: When a Stranger Calls
Released: 1979-08-24
Rating: 6.219

6.2/10 (306)

·1979· 97 min

Director: Fred Walton

"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.

Where to Watch

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Philo

Shudder

Screambox Amazon Channel

Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Shout! Factory Amazon Channel

Trailer

Cast

Carol Kane

Jill Johnson

Charles Durning

John Clifford

Colleen Dewhurst

Tracy

Tony Beckley

Curt Duncan

Rutanya Alda

Mrs. Mandrakis

Carmen Argenziano

Dr. Mandrakis

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Kirsten Larkin

Nancy

Ron O'Neal

Lt. Charlie Garber

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Heetu

Houseboy

Rachel Roberts

Dr. Monk

Michael Champion

Bill

William Boyett

Sgt. Sacker (as Bill Boyett)

In brief

When a Stranger Calls (1979) is a horror, thriller film. With an average rating of 6.2/10 from 306 votes, viewer opinions are mixed. The film runs 1h 37min. You can stream it on: Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Shudder, Screambox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch When a Stranger Calls online?

When a Stranger Calls is available on the following streaming services: Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Shudder, Screambox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is When a Stranger Calls?

When a Stranger Calls runs 97 minutes (1h 37min).

What rating does When a Stranger Calls have?

When a Stranger Calls has an average rating of 6.2/10 based on 306 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is When a Stranger Calls from?

When a Stranger Calls was released in 1979.