When a Stranger Calls
2006, English. Directed by Simon West.
Whatever You Do, Don't Answer The Phone.
Far away from the site of a gruesome murder, a teenager named Jill Johnson arrives at a luxurious home for a baby-sitting job. With the children fast asleep, she settles in for what she expects to be an ordinary evening. Soon, the ringing of a phone and the frightening words of a sadistic caller turn Jill's routine experience into a night of terror.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch When a Stranger Calls
When a Stranger Calls is streaming on Sony Liv in India.
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Cast & crew
- Simon WestDirector
- Camilla BelleJill Johnson
- Tommy FlanaganStranger
- Katie CassidyTiffany
- Tessa ThompsonScarlet
- Brian GeraghtyBobby
- Clark GreggBen Johnson
- Derek de LintDr. Mandrakis
- Kate Jennings GrantKelly Mandrakis
- David DenmanOfficer Burroughs
- Arthur YoungWill Mandrakis
- Madeline CarrollAllison Mandrakis
- Steve EastinDetective Hines
Details
- Released
- 3 February 2006
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jake Wade Wall
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $67M
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When a Stranger Calls: quick answers
Is When a Stranger Calls worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 1,184 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is When a Stranger Calls?
When a Stranger Calls runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does When a Stranger Calls have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for When a Stranger Calls. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
When a Stranger Calls parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
When a Stranger Calls is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is When a Stranger Calls on?
When a Stranger Calls is streaming on Sony Liv in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like When a Stranger Calls?
If you liked When a Stranger Calls, try When a Stranger Calls Back, Barbarian, Don't Let Go.
Who directed When a Stranger Calls?
When a Stranger Calls (2006) was directed by Simon West and stars Camilla Belle, Tommy Flanagan, Katie Cassidy.