This sequel to 'When a Stranger Calls' follows Julia, a college student who is terrorized by the same babysitter-stalking killer from the original film. Years after her traumatic experience, she finds herself once again targeted by the escaped lunatic, John Gordon. Julia must confront her past fears and fight for survival as the killer systematically hunts her down.

When a Stranger Calls Back received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its suspenseful atmosphere and faithful continuation of the original's premise, while others found it to be a somewhat dated and predictable slasher film. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the return of the iconic killer and the psychological tension, while others felt it lacked the impact of its predecessor.

• Praised for its atmospheric tension and effective scares.
• Criticized for rehashing plot elements from the original.
• Considered a decent, though not groundbreaking, sequel in the slasher genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally mixed, with many appreciating the return of the chilling premise and the suspenseful build-up. However, some viewers found the film to be less impactful than the original and noted a predictable narrative arc.

None notable.

The film is notable for featuring Carol Kane reprising her role as Jill Johnson from the original 1979 film, making her one of the few actresses to portray the same character in sequels to a horror film decades apart.