The Black Phone (2022)

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"Never talk to strangers."

Movie · 2022 · 1h 43m · Released · Rated R · Horror, Thriller

Synopsis

Finney Blake, a shy but clever 13-year-old boy, is abducted by a sadistic killer and trapped in a soundproof basement where screaming is of little use. When a disconnected phone on the wall begins to ring, Finney discovers that he can hear the voices of the killer’s previous victims. And they are dead set on making sure that what happened to them doesn’t happen to Finney.

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Cast

  • Mason Thames as Finney 'Finn' Blake
  • Madeleine McGraw as Gwen Blake
  • Ethan Hawke as Albert Shaw / The Grabber
  • Jeremy Davies as Terrence Blake
  • E. Roger Mitchell as Detective Wright
  • Troy Rudeseal as Detective Miller
  • Miguel Mora as Robin Arellano
  • Tristan Pravong as Bruce Yamada
  • Brady Hepner as Vance Hopper
  • James Ransone as Max Shaw

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BingeNext's take

If you’re into horror films that mix suspense with a clever twist, The Black Phone is a solid pick. It follows Finney Blake, a shy 13-year-old who gets kidnapped and trapped in a soundproof basement, which immediately sets a tense, claustrophobic mood. What makes it stand out is the eerie connection Finney has to the killer’s past victims through a disconnected phone that rings mysteriously. The voices of those victims add a chilling layer to the story, making it feel like a supernatural thriller with real stakes. Mason Thames leads the cast with a performance that draws you into Finney’s desperate fight to survive. If you’ve enjoyed movies like The Conjuring or A Nightmare on Elm Street, this one will hit a similar vibe with its mix of horror and suspense. It’s a gripping watch that keeps you on edge without relying on cheap scares.

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