Where to start
The Black Phone
2 versions · originally a film, 2022
Themes: Child Abduction, Psychic Abilities, Resilience, Trauma, Justice.
The Black Phone franchise explores the harrowing intersection of supernatural communication and the desperate psychological struggle for survival against evil.
✦ Most fans start here
The Black Phone (2022)
The original movie
✦ Start hereThe Black Phone
Scott Derrickson · Film · 2022
The Black Phone (2022) establishes the chilling premise of a trapped boy utilizing a disconnected phone to communicate with murder victims, offering a masterclass in tension and atmospheric dread.
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Black Phone 2
Scott Derrickson · Film · 2025
Black Phone 2 (2025) shifts the focus to the lingering trauma of the survivor while expanding the franchise's supernatural mythology through Gwen’s prophetic visions and dreams of new, unfolding threats.
Common questions
Is The Black Phone based on a book or a movie?
The Black Phone is a 2022 movie. It is not an adaptation of a book, but rather a standalone cinematic work that serves as the primary entry in its franchise.
Will there be a sequel to The Black Phone?
Yes, a sequel titled Black Phone 2 is scheduled for release in 2025. This upcoming film will continue the story established in the original 2022 movie.
What order should I watch The Black Phone movies in?
You should watch the 2022 movie The Black Phone first. Following that, you can watch the sequel, Black Phone 2, when it is released in 2025 to maintain the chronological order of the franchise.
Is The Black Phone part of a series?
The Black Phone is currently a two-part film series. The first movie was released in 2022, and the second installment, Black Phone 2, is set to be released in 2025.