The Black Phone (2022)
📌 Available on Apple TV and Prime Video🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story
Finney Blake, a quiet thirteen-year-old boy, finds himself trapped in an isolated basement after being taken by a man who has been targeting children in the neighborhood. He has little more than fear, instinct, and an old black phone that appears to be broken, until strange voices begin reaching him through the receiver. These voices are not random whispers; they are traces of previous victims trying to give him the chance they never had. The Black Phone builds its horror through confinement and silence, but it never leaves Finney completely alone, as each call brings him closer to understanding the room and the courage he did not know he had.
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Watchprint
Tense psychological horror
82
Strong recommendation
EnergyClaustrophobic and escalating
ToneDark, tense, and mysterious
ExperienceA horror thriller built around confinement and fear of the unknown, as Finney tries to survive inside an isolated basement with help from mysterious voices coming through an old phone.
Best suited forBest for fans of psychological horror, survival stories, supernatural grief-tinged horror, and films that build fear through tension and silence rather than quick shocks alone.
What to expect from this title?Expect a suffocating atmosphere, a strong Ethan Hawke performance, steady tension, and supernatural touches tied to previous victims trying to help Finney survive.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weight
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Adults
📌 MPAA
MPAA rating: R. The film is intended for adults and older teens because of horror atmosphere, tension, kidnapping themes, violence, strong language, and psychologically intense moments. It is not suitable for children or light family viewing.
Runtime
103 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorScott Derrickson
WritingScott DerricksonC. Robert Cargill
CastMason ThamesMadeleine McGrawEthan HawkeJeremy DaviesE. Roger Mitchell
ProductionJoe HillChristopher H. WarnerRyan TurekJason Blum
MusicMark KorvenRob YoungJames Morioka
CinematographyBrett JutkiewiczJan RuonaDanny Brazen
Where to watch The Black Phone
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Now available through 18 official offers on 2 platforms
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✨Availability Snapshot18 offers
The Black Phone is currently listed across official watch options including Apple TV and Prime Video.
Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Apple TV. Purchase starts from 5.99 GBP on Apple TV.
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📺Providers2🎟️Lowest rent3.49 GBP🛒Lowest buy5.99 GBP
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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🔥Huge commercial success10.1x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue reached a very high multiple of the production cost
The release achieved a very large return multiple, clearly beyond a normal strong success.
Quick pulse
Huge success
💹 Return multiple: 10.1x📈 ROI: +909%🧾 Huge commercial success
💰Budget
$16M16 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$161.4M161.4 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🔥Commercial gap
+$145.4M+145.4 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🔥Return multiple
10.1x10.1x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Budget: $16M • Revenue: $161.4M • Commercial gap: +$145.4M ROI +909%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Return multiple is very high.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Mason Thames
Finney
Madeleine McGraw
Gwen
Ethan Hawke
The Grabber
Jeremy Davies
Terrence
E. Roger Mitchell
Detective Wright
Troy Rudeseal
Detective Miller
James Ransone
Max
Miguel Mora
Robin
Show the rest of the cast
Rebecca Clarke
Donna
J. Gaven Wilde
Moose
Spencer Fitzgerald
Buzz
Jordan Isaiah White
Matty
Brady Ryan
Matt
Tristan Pravong
Bruce
Director: Scott Derrickson
❓ FAQ
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1Is The Black Phone worth watching?
Yes, The Black Phone can be worth watching if you are interested in a movie within Horror, Thriller. The page highlights its story, rating signals, watch availability, and overall viewing fit before you decide.
2What kind of viewing experience does The Black Phone offer?
A dark viewing experience that leans on unease, tension, and atmosphere more than comfort or easygoing entertainment.
3Is The Black Phone suitable for family viewing?
The Black Phone does not look like the safest family pick. Its tone may include darker tension or heavier themes, so checking the age guidance before watching is recommended.
4Where can I watch The Black Phone?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV, Prime Video.
5Does The Black Phone have an official trailer?
Yes. An official trailer or official video is available on the page, so you can preview the tone before watching.
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