When a Stranger Calls
"Every babysitter's nightmare becomes real..."
Originally released in 1979. When a Stranger Calls is a horror/thriller film. directed by Fred Walton.
Starring Carol Kane, Charles Durning, and Colleen Dewhurst
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 24, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (292 votes)
Budget
$1.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$25M
16.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,500,000
- Revenue
- $25,000,000
Production Companies
- Melvin Simon Productions
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When a Stranger Calls 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 directed When a Stranger Calls?
When a Stranger Calls was directed by Fred Walton.
How long is When a Stranger Calls?
When a Stranger Calls has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was When a Stranger Calls released?
When a Stranger Calls was released on August 24, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When a Stranger Calls?
The main cast of When a Stranger Calls includes Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Colleen Dewhurst, Tony Beckley, Rutanya Alda.
Is When a Stranger Calls worth watching?
When a Stranger Calls has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 292 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.