Crosstalk (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1982, Crosstalk is a thriller, crime, horror and science fiction film directed by Mark Egerton, running about 83 minutes. “Only the computer saw the murder…and it liked what it saw…” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A computer genius is confined to a penthouse after a car accident, with only a nurse to look after him. But the advanced computer systems designed to make his life easier appear to be taking control.
Who’s in it. Crosstalk stars Gary Day as Ed Ballinger, Penny Downie as Cindy, Brian McDermott as Whitehead and Peter Collingwood as Hollister, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Crosstalk has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fetch TV and Beamafilm. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crosstalk page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crosstalk tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crosstalk (1982)?
- In AU, Crosstalk is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fetch TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Crosstalk worth watching?
- Crosstalk holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Crosstalk?
- Crosstalk stars Gary Day, Penny Downie, Brian McDermott, Peter Collingwood and Kim Deacon.
- When was Crosstalk released?
- Crosstalk was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.