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Murder by Phone

1982Movie1 h 30 minR

Thriller
49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.4Rotten Tomatoes–38%

A nostalgic sci-fi movie about crime and everyday modern life.

Good for friends night · teens · background watch

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Story

A madman pushes a button and kills by phone. Would you answer?

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.

Feels like

  • 1970s Thriller
  • Techno-Thriller Precursor
  • Low-Key Suspense
  • Vintage Crime Procedural
  • Nostalgic Atmosphere
  • Simple Narrative
  • Cult Classic Status
  • Urban Paranoia
  • Modest Production Value
  • Sound-Driven Tension

Cast

13 of 13

Crew

Directed by
Michael Anderson
Written by
John Kent Harrison, James Whiton, Dennis Shryack
Produced by
Roger Corman, Bob Cooper
Music by
John Barry

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

December 1, 1982 · 1 h 30 min · R

Released
December 1, 1982
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Science Fiction, Thriller, Horror, Mystery
Original language
English
Made in
United States, Canada

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Murder by Phone worth watching?"

Questions about Murder by Phone

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Murder by Phone worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49 (IMDb 5.4).

Will Murder by Phone scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

Not much for a horror movie: scares are rated 4 of 10 and tension 6.

Can I half-watch Murder by Phone?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.