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When a Stranger Calls (1979): movie guide
When a Stranger Calls (1979) is a Horror, Thriller running about 97 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 6.2/10 from 313 votes. Notable cast includes Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Colleen Dewhurst, Tony Beckley. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1979-08-24
- Runtime: 97 min
- TMDB: 6.2/10
- Genres: Horror, Thriller
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1979-08-24
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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.
Cast highlights
When a Stranger Calls features Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Colleen Dewhurst, Tony Beckley, Rutanya Alda, Carmen Argenziano. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1979-08-24. Runtime: 97 minutes. TMDB score: 6.2/10 (313 votes). Genres: Horror, Thriller. Original language: en. Status: Released.
Discover When a Stranger Calls on Cinema Box
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is When a Stranger Calls?
- When a Stranger Calls is listed as Horror, Thriller on TMDB.
- How long is When a Stranger Calls?
- When a Stranger Calls runs about 97 minutes.
- Who stars in When a Stranger Calls?
- Cast highlights include Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Colleen Dewhurst, Tony Beckley, Rutanya Alda, Carmen Argenziano.
- Does Cinema Box stream When a Stranger Calls?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
- Where can I track When a Stranger Calls?
- Open the When a Stranger Calls page on cinemabox.app or install the official Cinema Box Android app from Google Play for watchlists and discovery tools.
