Frequency

An unusual blip grants police officer John Sullivan the chance to contact his father Frank Sullivan from the past. John uses the moment to try to stop his father's death and change the course of their family's life. The conversation becomes more than a rescue mission, altering decisions and connections in the present in unexpected ways, pulling in mother Julia and brother Jack, and catching the attention of a determined killer. As clues surface about who is orchestrating the new carnage, John and Frank must grapple with the consequences of meddling with time. Their bond and shared history push them to find a way to repair the damaged timeline before it costs them everything. Time itself grows unstable with consequences.

Directed by Gregory Hoblit, Frequency released in 2000 as an original screenplay by Toby Emmerich. The film blends science fiction with thriller and family drama, anchored by strong performances from Quaid and Caviezel, and a brisk, effects driven pace overall.

The movie earned roughly 68.1 million dollars worldwide against a 31 million budget, signaling solid commercial appeal for a thoughtful time travel thriller, with broad appeal across audiences and strong international box office globally too on opening weekends worldwide overall.

Critics noted the movie balances action with an emotional core, driven by the father son relationship and the pressure of altering history. Quaid and Caviezel deliver grounded performances, while the premise risks logical hiccups for some viewers. It invites viewers to consider how small acts ripple through family dynamics today.

Frequency stands out by tying a high stakes thriller to a personal family drama, a template echoed in later time travel stories. The film's focus on connection amid danger resonates with viewers and remains a memorable example of 2000s sci fi that sticks with you long after credits roll tonight.