The Black Phone (2022) Apr 2026

Released in June 2022, The Black Phone is a supernatural horror film directed by Scott Derrickson and produced by Blumhouse Productions . Based on a 2004 short story by Joe Hill, it blends gritty 1970s period drama with a chilling ghost story. Core Premise and Plot

: The young leads are credited with carrying the film’s emotional weight. Their sibling bond serves as a central theme of resilience against trauma.

: The phone rings with calls from the "Great Beyond," where the Grabber's previous victims provide Finney with advice and clues to aid his escape. The Black Phone (2022)

: Meanwhile, Finney’s sister, Gwen (Madeleine McGraw), experiences prophetic dreams that may lead the police to her brother's location. Key Performances and Atmosphere

: Finney is trapped in a soundproof basement containing only a mattress and a disconnected, mystical black rotary phone. Released in June 2022, The Black Phone is

: The film heavily emphasizes its late-70s aesthetic through grainy textures, classic rock, and authentic set designs, drawing comparisons to Stranger Things . Production and Success

Director Scott Derrickson returned to his horror roots for this project after resigning from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness . Their sibling bond serves as a central theme

: Delivers a terrifying, unnerving performance as The Grabber, utilizing an array of menacing devil masks that change to reflect the character's mood.