In "The Departed" Leonardo Dicaprio's character received texts from a "Restricted" number. Is that possible?

Question

If so, how?

Answer 1

yes in those few particular sprint phones in your phone book menu you have the option to add about 5-7 restricted numbers and thats how they will show up

Answer 2

well idk if this works,
but you can set your phone so your number will not show up when you call someone.
idk if it will work for texts