February appears to be an exciting month for movie enthusiasts, as a variety of fan-favorite titles, including classic films from the past and new seasons of existing TV shows, will be arriving on Netflix’s lineup in the upcoming weeks.
A 2021 horror film featuring Ethan Hawke and Mason Thames, which made significant waves upon its release, is also among the iconic movies that are heading to the renowned streaming platform.
The Black Phone starts streaming on Netflix in February
Netflix subscribers can now anticipate watching the Ethan Hawke-led film The Black Phone on their preferred devices, as it is set to become part of the streaming service’s already extensive content library. Directed, co-written, and co-produced by Scott Derrickson, this 103-minute movie is scheduled to join Netflix’s offerings on February 12, 2026 (via What’s on Netflix).
Starring Hawke and Mason Thames, The Black Phone follows the story of an introverted 13-year-old boy named Finney Shaw, who finds himself kidnapped by a maniacal masked killer known as The Grabber.
Held captive in a soundproof basement, Shaw attempts to use his wits to plan his escape, only to hear a ring from a disconnected phone mounted on the wall. He soon discovers that the call is coming from previous deceased victims of The Grabber, who want to ensure that Shaw does not share their fate.
While Ethan Hawke and young Mason Thames received much acclaim for their performances, the film also featured a remarkable cast of additional actors, including Madeleine McGraw, Jeremy Davies, E. Roger Mitchell, James Ransone, and Troy Rudeseal, among others.
The Black Phone proved to be a significant success for Derrickson, receiving rave reviews from critics. The film currently holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 81%. It also enjoyed a successful run at the global box office, earning well over $161 million, according to Box Office Mojo, which subsequently enabled Blumhouse to confirm a sequel shortly thereafter.
