Don't Hang Up
Don't Hang Up

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Don't Hang Up

2025
Movie
90 min
English

Summer travels to Tulsa, Oklahoma, for the wedding of a college friend. Her boyfriend Chris couldn’t make it, but she keeps in contact with him via FaceTime. After the wedding, Summer and her two friends Vicky and Eva head back to the AirBnB they’ve rented for the weekend, unaware that their presence in the house has unleashed the ghosts of a family who were killed there during the Tulsa race massacre in 1921. Now, they’re looking for justice...

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: Damien McFerranGenres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of teenagers on a deadly deadly prank call scheme find themselves the target of an unknown assailant. As the calls escalate, their virtual world begins to bleed into their reality, forcing them to confront the real-world consequences of their actions. The night devolves into a fight for survival as they scramble to unmask their tormentor before they all become victims.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget horror-comedy, 'Don't Hang Up' received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its blend of scares and dark humor. While some found the plot predictable, many praised its energetic pacing and effective tension-building. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its fresh take on familiar horror tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and dark comedic tone.

  • Criticized by some for relying on established horror clichés.

  • Noted for its strong performances from the young cast and suspenseful direction.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Don't Hang Up,' appreciating its effective scares and humorous moments. Many found the film to be a fun and engaging watch, particularly praising the twist ending. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit thin, but overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The filmmakers intentionally used a handheld camera style throughout much of the film to enhance the feeling of realism and immediate danger for the characters.

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Oakey-Reviews

Saw this at a secret test screening in tysværtunet, norway. It was a fine movie that is filmed in the pov of a facetime. Its a haunted house movie. The effects are cheap, and it mostly has jumpscares to scare with. It also feels too lon...