

The Phone Call
2013-10-20 · 21 min · ★ 7.3
Heather is a shy lady who works in a helpline call centre. When she receives a phone call from a mystery man, she has no idea that the encounter will change her life forever.
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- Directors
- Mat Kirkby
- Production companies
- RSA Films
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
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Sally HawkinsHeather
Jim BroadbentStan (voice)
Edward HoggDaniel
Prunella ScalesJoanTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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