Phone Call from a Stranger
1952, English. Directed by Jean Negulesco.
Five great stars in a masterpiece of bold and intimate emotions !
Four strangers board a plane and become fast friends, but a catastrophic crash leaves only one survivor. He then sets off on a journey to discover who these people were, but ultimately discovers the devastating truth about himself.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Jean NegulescoDirector
- Shelley WintersBinky Gay
- Gary MerrillDavid Trask
- Michael RennieDr. Robert Fortness
- Bette DavisMarie Hoke
- Keenan WynnEddie Hoke
- Evelyn VardenSallie Carr
- Warren StevensMarty Nelson
- Beatrice StraightClaire Fortness
- Ted DonaldsonJerry Fortness
- Craig StevensMike Carr
- Helen WestcottJane Trask
- Hugh BeaumontTim Brooks
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1952
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nunnally Johnson, I. A. R. Wylie
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Phone Call from a Stranger: quick answers
Is Phone Call from a Stranger worth watching?
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How long is Phone Call from a Stranger?
Phone Call from a Stranger runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Phone Call from a Stranger have a post-credits scene?
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Phone Call from a Stranger parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Phone Call from a Stranger is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Phone Call from a Stranger on?
Phone Call from a Stranger isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Phone Call from a Stranger?
If you liked Phone Call from a Stranger, try Fearless, The High and the Mighty, The Tarnished Angels.
Who directed Phone Call from a Stranger?
Phone Call from a Stranger (1952) was directed by Jean Negulesco and stars Shelley Winters, Gary Merrill, Michael Rennie.