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Interconnected phone conversations chronicle the mysterious story of a group of strangers whose lives are thrown into disarray in the lead-up to an apocalyptic event.
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- E1 The EndNext upMar 19, 2021 · 14 min · ★ 6.1
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"There's someone outside. / What? / He's in the backyard...This is so scary."
Guest stars: Lily Collins (Camila (voice)), Matt Lauria (Officer Nevil (voice)), Salli Saffioti (911 N.Y. Operator (voice)), Nika Futterman (911 L.A. Operator (voice)), Nicholas Braun (Tim (voice)), Karen Gillan (Sara (voice))
- E2 The BeginningMar 19, 2021 · 19 min · ★ 6.6
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"What day? / The day you screwed up your life, Mark."
Guest stars: Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Mark (voice)), Riley Keough (Rose (voice)), Ben Schwartz (Andy (voice)), Jennifer Tilly (Mother (voice)), Kyle McCarley (Julian (voice)), Fede Álvarez (Jesus (voice))
- E3 Pedro Across the StreetMar 19, 2021 · 19 min · ★ 6.3
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"Long story short, he asked me to pick up a bag from his house. / Who asks for that?"
Guest stars: Mark Duplass (Patrick (voice)), Judy Greer (Alexis (voice)), Pedro Pascal (Pedro (voice)), Gina Ravera (Room Service (voice))
- E4 It's All in Your HeadMar 19, 2021 · 13 min · ★ 5.4
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"This is gonna sound weird but my arms are stretching and they're getting longer."
Guest stars: Rosario Dawson (Dr. Katherine Beckett (voice)), Laura Harrier (Layla (voice)), Gilbert Owuor (Craig (voice))
- E5 Me, Myself, and DarleneMar 19, 2021 · 15 min · ★ 5.8
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"I just shot her. And I'm calling to turn myself in, so if you wanna send someone down here, I'll wait."
Guest stars: Paul Walter Hauser (Floyd (voice)), Edi Patterson (Darlene (voice)), Paola Nuñez (Ana (voice)), Matt Corboy (Police (voice))
- E6 The Universe Did ItMar 19, 2021 · 17 min · ★ 5.5
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"Last time I saw you, you said you loved me since the 8th grade and you knew you always would."
Guest stars: Nick Jonas (Sam (voice)), Shane Paul McGhie (Lou (voice)), Tessa De Nicola (Daisy (voice)), Tiana Camacho (Ramona (voice)), Arjay Smith (Sheriff (voice)), Danny Huston (Frank (voice))
- E7 MomMar 19, 2021 · 20 min · ★ 6.4
Synopsis
"...And then you'll connect with someone in the future. / Or in the past, hopefully the past."
Guest stars: Joey King (Skylar (voice)), Jaeden Martell (Justin (voice)), Jenica Bergere (Mom (voice))
- E8 Is There a Scientist on the Plane?Mar 19, 2021 · 17 min · ★ 6.5
Synopsis
"Captain. Our flight, this flight, it's all over the news. They're saying we crashed somewhere over Phoenix."
Guest stars: Johnny Sneed (Jim Heard (voice)), Aubrey Plaza (Dr. Rachel Wheating (voice)), Clancy Brown (General Wilson (voice)), Cynthy Wu (Denise (voice)), Quinn Minichino Eakins (Kaya (voice)), Melanie Minichino (Julie (voice)), Mitch Eakins (ATC (voice))
- E9 Leap Year GirlMar 19, 2021 · 21 min · ★ 6.2
Synopsis
"Please put your daddy issues aside, okay? The fate of the world depends on it."
Guest stars: Aubrey Plaza (Dr. Rachel Wheating (voice)), Stephen Lang (Doctor Wheating (voice)), Clancy Brown (General Wilson (voice)), Danny Pudi (Dr. Burman (voice)), Keri Tombazian (Homeowner (voice)), Jocelyn Ayanna (Receptionist (voice)), Brandon Papo (Social Worker (voice)), Matt Lauria (Officer Nevil (voice))
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Created by Fede Álvarez
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misubisuDec 22, 2025
### **Review: *Calls (2021)*** **Score: 9/10** *Calls* is a radical and breathtaking experiment in minimalist storytelling that proves sound is the most powerful visual of all. Stripping away conventional cinematography, the series presents its narrative entirely through audio logs—phone calls, voicemails, and transmissions—accompanied by hypnotic, evolving waveforms and simple text identifiers on a black screen. The result is not a podcast or an audiobook, but a unique… Read more
ly cinematic and deeply unnerving experience that earns a near-perfect score for its bold vision and masterful execution. **What Works Brilliantly:** * **The Power of Imagination:** By removing visuals, *Calls* weaponises the audience's imagination. The horror, sci-fi, and emotional drama are constructed entirely in the listener's mind, making them more personal and infinitely more terrifying than any CGI monster. A line like "It's standing right behind you" becomes utterly paralysing. * **A-List Vocal Performances:** The series boasts an incredible voice cast (including Nick Jonas, Aubrey Plaza, Pedro Pascal, Rosario Dawson, and more) who deliver career-high, audio-only performances. Every breath, hesitation, and crack of emotion is crucial, and the cast is uniformly exceptional, building full characters through voice alone. * **Tight, Efficient Storytelling:** Each episode is a compact 15-20 minutes, a perfect length for the intense, high-concept premises. The stories are clever, often involving time paradoxes, cosmic horrors, or domestic breakdowns, and the limited runtime forces a narrative precision that is incredibly satisfying. * **The Waveform as a Visual Language:** The dynamic, colourful visualisations on screen are not just decoration; they become a vital storytelling tool. They pulse with emotion, distort with interference, and visually represent the destabilising reality of the characters, creating a surprising and innovative visual-audio synergy. **Why It’s Not a 10:** * **An Acquired Taste:** The format is undeniably demanding. It requires complete, undistracted attention. Viewers accustomed to passive watching may find it challenging to engage with, and the lack of traditional visuals can be a barrier for some. * **Emotional Distance in Spots:** The very cool, tech-heavy presentation can, in a few instances, create a slight emotional buffer, making the tragic fates of some characters feel more like fascinating puzzles than deeply felt losses. **Verdict:** *Calls* is a visionary triumph. It’s a reminder that true suspense and emotion are generated in the mind, not just on the screen. It’s a tightly wound, brilliantly performed, and ingeniously constructed anthology that will haunt your thoughts long after the final call drops. It’s not just a show you watch; it’s an experience you **feel**. **Watch if:** You love innovative formats, audio dramas, minimalist horror/sci-fi, and stories that demand your active imagination. **Skip if:** You prefer traditional narrative filmmaking, need visual action, or like to multitask while watching TV. This requires your full focus.