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When a Stranger Calls Back

5.919931h 34mRMovieHorrorThrillerTV Movie

Jill Johnson, now a crisis center counselor, reunites with retired detective John Clifford to hunt a killer stalking a coed.

DirectorFred Walton
WriterFred Walton
ProducersDoug Chapin·Barry Krost

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Cast · Directed by Fred Walton

CKCarol Kane
Carol Kane
Jill Johnson
CDCharles Durning
Charles Durning
John Clifford
JSJill Schoelen
Jill Schoelen
Julia Jenz
GLGene Lythgow
Gene Lythgow
William Landis
KAKaren Elizabeth Austin
Karen Elizabeth Austin
Skid Row Woman
BCBabs Chula
Babs Chula
Agent
JDJohn Destry
John Destry
Detective 1
DFDuncan Fraser
Duncan Fraser
Club Owner
JG
Jenn Griffin
Club Girl 1
GJGary Jones
Gary Jones
X-Ray Technician
TKTerence Kelly
Terence Kelly
Medical Examiner
MS
Michèle Lonsdale Smith
Center Woman 1

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When a Stranger Calls Back — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams When a Stranger Calls Back?

When a Stranger Calls Back is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is When a Stranger Calls Back on Netflix?

No, When a Stranger Calls Back is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV.

Is When a Stranger Calls Back on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — When a Stranger Calls Back is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch When a Stranger Calls Back for free?

When a Stranger Calls Back is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in Canada.

Is there a sequel to When a Stranger Calls Back?

When a Stranger Calls Back is currently the latest film in the When a Stranger Calls Collection.

Is there a prequel to When a Stranger Calls Back?

Yes — When a Stranger Calls (1979) comes before When a Stranger Calls Back in the When a Stranger Calls Collection.

Is When a Stranger Calls Back part of a trilogy?

No — When a Stranger Calls Back is part of the When a Stranger Calls Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the When a Stranger Calls Collection?

There are 2 films in the When a Stranger Calls Collection: When a Stranger Calls (1979) and When a Stranger Calls Back (1993).