When a Stranger Calls

Engelske undersættelser When a Stranger Calls (1979)

Every babysitter's nightmare becomes real...

Horror Thriller
6.2 / 10

A student babysitter has her evening disturbed when the phone rings. So begins a series of increasingly terrifying and threatening calls that lead to a shocking revelation.

Runtime 97 min
Language EN
Country United States of America
Director Fred Walton
Budget $2M
Box Office $25M
Handling

En uhyggelig gyserfilm der holder dig på kanten af sædet.

6 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
REMASTERED.720p.BluRay.X264-AMIABLE opensubtitles 1,560 CC .SRT
When.a.Stranger.Calls.1979.1080p.BluRay.x264.YIFY opensubtitles 4,998 CC .SRT
REMASTERED.720p.BluRay.X264-AMIABLE opensubtitles 945 .SRT
When A Stranger Calls opensubtitles 3,584 .SRT
When.a.Stranger.Calls.1979.BluRay.S-S opensubtitles 430 CC .SRT
Runtime 01:37:23 opensubtitles 413 .SRT

When a Stranger Calls — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Fred Walton

Carol Kane Jill Johnson
Charles Durning John Clifford
Colleen Dewhurst Tracy
Tony Beckley Curt Duncan
Rutanya Alda Mrs. Mandrakis
Carmen Argenziano Dr. Mandrakis
Kirsten Larkin Nancy
Ron O'Neal Lt. Charlie Garber
Heetu Houseboy
Rachel Roberts Dr. Monk

Languages Spoken in When a Stranger Calls (1979)

When a Stranger Calls features dialogue in English. English subtitles remain valuable for non-native English speakers, viewers in noisy environments, people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and anyone who prefers to read along with the dialogue for better comprehension.

Download English Subtitles for When a Stranger Calls (1979)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie When a Stranger Calls (1979) in .SRT format. We currently have 6 subtitle versions sourced from opensubtitles. Each version corresponds to a different video release, so you can find the subtitle that synchronises perfectly with your file.

The most popular subtitle for When a Stranger Calls has been downloaded 4,998 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

Some versions include closed captions (CC) that describe sound effects, music cues, and speaker identification — ideal for hearing-impaired viewers or anyone who wants the fullest experience.

About When a Stranger Calls (1979)

A student babysitter has her evening disturbed when the phone rings. So begins a series of increasingly terrifying and threatening calls that lead to a shocking revelation.

  • Genre: Horror, Thriller
  • Release year: 1979
  • TMDB rating: 6.2 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Director: Fred Walton
  • Spoken languages: English
  • Country: United States of America
  • IMDB ID: tt0080130

When a Stranger Calls is a horror movie released in 1979. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for horror titles, where fast-paced dialogue and intense scenes can make spoken lines difficult to catch.

Trivia & Fun Facts about When a Stranger Calls (1979)

  • The production budget for When a Stranger Calls was approximately $2 million.
  • When a Stranger Calls earned approximately $25 million at the worldwide box office.
  • The film earned more than 17 times its production budget, making it a major box office success.
  • When a Stranger Calls is part of the When a Stranger Calls Collection franchise.
  • Produced by Melvin Simon Productions</strong>, <strong>Columbia Pictures.
Themes & Topics: babysitter phone call sinister frightened horrified

How to Add English Subtitles to When a Stranger Calls

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your When a Stranger Calls video file. It usually contains the source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV) and release group name.
  2. Download the matching .SRT – In the table above, locate the subtitle whose release name matches your video and click the download button.
  3. Rename the subtitle file – Rename the downloaded .SRT file so it has the exact same name as your video file (e.g. when-a-stranger-calls.srt).
  4. Place both files together – Move the .SRT into the same folder as the video.
  5. Open in your media player – Launch the video in VLC, Kodi, Plex, MPC-HC, PotPlayer, or Infuse. The subtitles will load automatically.

Best Media Players for When a Stranger Calls Subtitles

Any media player that supports external .SRT files will work with the subtitles on this page. Here are the most popular options:

  • VLC Media Player – Free, open-source, and available on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. Drag and drop the .SRT file onto the player window or use Subtitle > Add Subtitle File. Press G/H to adjust timing on the fly.
  • Kodi – Ideal for home theatre setups. Place the .SRT in the same folder as the video and Kodi loads it automatically.
  • Plex – Name the .SRT file identically to the video and place it in the same directory. Plex detects it and offers it as a selectable subtitle track.
  • MPC-HC / MPC-BE – Lightweight Windows players with excellent subtitle rendering. Supports .SRT auto-loading and manual delay adjustments.
  • Infuse (Apple TV / iOS) – Automatically picks up .SRT files stored alongside your videos on network shares or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions about When a Stranger Calls (1979) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for When a Stranger Calls?

You can download free English subtitles for When a Stranger Calls (1979) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 6 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the When a Stranger Calls subtitles free to download?

Yes, absolutely. Every English subtitle for When a Stranger Calls on our website is 100% free. There is no registration, no subscription, and no hidden fees.

Which When a Stranger Calls subtitle file should I choose?

Look at the Release column in the subtitle table above and match it to the release version of your video file. Common indicators include the video source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV, DVDRip) and the release group name. If you are not sure which version you have, choose the subtitle with the highest download count (the top version here has 4,998 downloads).

The When a Stranger Calls subtitles are out of sync with my video. How do I fix it?

Subtitle timing issues usually occur when the subtitle was created for a different video release. Try these solutions:

  • Download a different subtitle version from the table above that matches your specific release
  • Adjust the subtitle delay in your player: in VLC, press G (delay) or H (advance) to shift subtitles by 50ms per press
  • Use free tools like Subtitle Edit or SubSync to automatically re-synchronise the .SRT file to your video

Are there closed captions (CC) for When a Stranger Calls?

Yes. Some of the subtitle versions for When a Stranger Calls (1979) include closed captions, marked with the CC tag in the table. These subtitles contain additional descriptions of sound effects, background music, and speaker identification.

Can I use these subtitles on my smart TV?

Yes. Download the .SRT file and save it on a USB drive or network-attached storage in the same folder as your When a Stranger Calls video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

What is the .SRT subtitle format?

SRT (SubRip Text) is the most widely used subtitle format in the world. It is a simple text file containing numbered entries with timestamps and dialogue text. The .SRT format is supported by virtually every media player, smart TV, streaming device, and video editing tool.