When a Stranger Calls Back (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1993, When a Stranger Calls Back is a thriller, horror and tv movie film directed by Fred Walton, running about 94 minutes. “Terror Is Twice As Chilling The Second Time Around!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Julia is babysitting two young kids while a doctor and his wife are out. During the evening, a stranger knocks on the door asking Julia if she can call the auto club so he can get a tow. The phone line is dead though. This is all part of the act as he has made his way inside and abducted the two children.
Who’s in it. When a Stranger Calls Back stars Carol Kane as Jill Johnson, Charles Durning as John Clifford, Jill Schoelen as Julia Jenz and Gene Lythgow as William Landis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, When a Stranger Calls Back has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When a Stranger Calls Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of When a Stranger Calls Back tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When a Stranger Calls Back (1993)?
- In US, When a Stranger Calls Back is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is When a Stranger Calls Back worth watching?
- When a Stranger Calls Back holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in When a Stranger Calls Back?
- When a Stranger Calls Back stars Carol Kane, Charles Durning, Jill Schoelen, Gene Lythgow and Jerry Wasserman.
- When was When a Stranger Calls Back released?
- When a Stranger Calls Back was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.