Murder by Phone (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1982, Murder by Phone is a thriller, horror, mystery and science fiction film directed by Michael Anderson, running about 90 minutes. “A madman pushes a button and kills by phone. Would you answer?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A disgruntled phone company employee develops a device whereby those answering a phone can be murdered, and it's up to Nat Bridger to stop the killer.
Who’s in it. Murder by Phone stars Richard Chamberlain as Nat Bridger, John Houseman as Stanley Markowitz, Sara Botsford as Ridley Taylor and Robin Gammell as Noah Clayton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Murder by Phone has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murder by Phone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder by Phone tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder by Phone (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder by Phone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder by Phone worth watching?
- Murder by Phone holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder by Phone?
- Murder by Phone stars Richard Chamberlain, John Houseman, Sara Botsford, Robin Gammell and Gary Reineke.
- When was Murder by Phone released?
- Murder by Phone was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.