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: While fictional, the villain was partially patterned after real-life serial killer John Wayne Gacy .

: Audiences gave it a B+ grade , citing Ethan Hawke’s performance and the Blumhouse branding as primary reasons for attending. Black Phone

The Black Phone was a major success for Blumhouse and Universal, significantly outperforming its budget. : While fictional, the villain was partially patterned

: It grossed $90.1 million in the U.S. and Canada, holding a spot in the top ten highest-grossing films for seven consecutive weeks. Critical & Audience Reception : It grossed $90

: Director Scott Derrickson stated that many of the children in the film and the atmosphere of the 1970s Denver suburbs were based on his own childhood experiences and friends. Sequel Information

: Received a score of 65 out of 100 , indicating "generally favorable" reviews.