Movies like Don't Answer the Phone! (1980)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like Don't Answer the Phone!, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. The Silence of the Lambs

    #213 most popular movie yesterday

    Though more polished, The Silence of the Lambs dives into the psychology of serial killers and features an intricate cat-and-mouse game between the law and a brilliant psychopath, reminiscent of themes in Don't Answer the Phone!.

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    2. Manhunter

    #889 most popular movie yesterday

    As the first film to feature Hannibal Lecter, Manhunter explores criminal profiling and the pursuit of a serial killer, paralleling Don't Answer the Phone!'s investigative thriller aspects while providing a stylized, 80s take on the genre.

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    3. Black Christmas

    #1,058 most popular movie yesterday

    Predating Don't Answer the Phone!, Black Christmas is a pioneering slasher that revolves around obscene phone calls and a mysterious killer, striking a familiar chord with the unnerving psychological terror experienced in Don't Answer the Phone!.

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    4. When a Stranger Calls

    #3,599 most popular movie yesterday

    Sharing the terrifying premise of a killer's interaction via telephone, When a Stranger Calls escalates the fear of what's on the other end of the line, paralleling the tension and suspense found in Don't Answer the Phone!.