---
title: "Call Me"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/call-me-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 41950
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 4.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Call Me (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/call-me-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Call Me is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Thriller, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Martel Media, Vestron Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young reporter’s meeting with a mysterious caller spirals into deadly intrigue."

### Why Watch
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse narrative
- Strong performances from Patricia Charbonneau and Stephen McHattie
- Atmospheric New York setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- R rating limits younger viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The R‑rated film contains graphic violence and mature themes, making it unsuitable for children.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: thriller, cat-and-mouse, urban, dark

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/call-me-1988#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Sollace Mitchell
- **Networks / Studios**: Martel Media, Vestron Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Patricia Charbonneau** as *Anna*
- **Stephen McHattie** as *Jellybean*
- **Boyd Gaines** as *Bill*
- **Sam Freed** as *Alex*
- **Steve Buscemi** as *Switchblade*
- **Patti D'Arbanville** as *Cori*
- **John Seitz** as *Pressure*
- **David Strathairn** as *Sam*
- **Ernest Abuba** as *Boss*
- **Olek Krupa** as *Henryk*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed Call Me (1988)?
The film was directed by Sollace Mitchell.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The principal cast includes Patricia Charbonneau, Stephen McHattie, and Boyd Gaines.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a thriller and drama.

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on May 20, 1988 in the US.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 36 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Call Me — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/41950)
- [Call Me (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Call_Me_(film))
- [Call Me (1988)](https://www.sms.cz/film/call-me-1988)
- [Call Me (píseň, Blondie) – Wikipedie](https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Call_Me_(p%C3%ADse%C5%88,_Blondie))
- [Call Me (2004) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/264091-call-me/prehled/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*