Frequency

"The future is listening."

Apr 28 2000 PG-13 1h 58m
Crime, Drama, Mystery

When a rare phenomenon gives police officer John Sullivan the chance to speak to his father, 30 years in the past, he takes the opportunity to prevent his dad's tragic death. After his actions inadvertently give rise to a series of brutal murders he and his father must find a way to fix the consequences of altering time.

Plot

A rare atmospheric phenomenon allows a New York City firefighter to communicate with his son 30 years in the future via HAM radio. The son uses this opportunity to warn the father of his impending death in a warehouse fire, and manages to save his life. However, what he does not realize is that changing history has triggered a new set of tragic events, including the murder of his mother. The two men must now work together, 30 years apart, to find the murderer before he strikes so that they can change history--again.

Written by

Toby Emmerich

Directed by

Gregory Hoblit

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

New Line Cinema

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins & 8 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
118,827
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
67
Popularity
NA