When a Stranger Calls Timeline ( Real )

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March 29, 1979

Release of the Original Film 'When a Stranger Calls'

The original horror film 'When a Stranger Calls', directed by Fred Walton, was released in theaters. The story revolves around a babysitter being harassed by mysterious phone calls.

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February 4, 2006

Release of the Remake of 'When a Stranger Calls'

A remake of the original 1979 film 'When a Stranger Calls' was released, presenting a modernized version of the classic horror story with new actors and production.

When a Stranger Calls Timeline ( Fictional )

babysitting
Evening, Day 1

Julia babysits for the Mandrakis family

Julia runs an errand and then returns to babysit for the Mandrakis family’s children in their large mansion.

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Night, Day 1

Julia receives creepy phone calls

While babysitting, Julia begins receiving threatening phone calls from an unknown stranger.

revelation
Night, Day 1

Julia learns the calls are coming from inside the house

Julia calls the police and is informed that the threatening calls are coming from inside the house, terrifying her.

kidnapping
Night, Day 1

Julia discovers children kidnapped

Julia finds out that the Mandrakis children have been kidnapped by the caller.

confrontation
Night, Day 1

Julia confronts the caller

Julia attempts to evade and confront the intruder who has been making calls and hunting her down.

rescue
Night, Day 1

The police arrive and rescue Julia

Police intervene following Julia’s distress calls, rescuing her and arresting the intruder.