Movies like When a Stranger Calls

Scream revitalized the slasher genre with a combination of wit and fear. The opening sequence involving a threatening phone call plays homage to When a Stranger Calls, making it a must-watch for fans of the babysitter-in-peril theme.

A group of friends is haunted by their past as they receive ominous messages and face off against a hook-wielding murderer. The film's blend of mystery and terror will appeal to viewers who are drawn to the spine-chilling suspense in When a Stranger Calls.

The Strangers delivers real-world fear with its tale of a couple terrorized by masked intruders. Like When a Stranger Calls, it preys on the fear of being alone and vulnerable in a supposed safe haven.

The Call features Halle Berry as a 911 operator trying to save a kidnapped girl, intertwining the emergency call aspect with high-stakes tension. Admirers of When a Stranger Calls will find the stress of the situation and the race against time similarly compelling.

This slasher film sets the stage for terror during the holiday season, as sorority sisters are stalked by a mysterious killer. Fans of When a Stranger Calls will appreciate Black Christmas for its suspenseful calls and creeping dread that echo the babysitter horror trope.