Nightmares
“Nightmares... is this year's sleeper.”
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A collection of short stories. In one a woman who leaves her house late at night to drive to the store while a killer is loose encounters some problems. In the second an arcade whiz kid's obsession with a game leads to deadly consequences. In the third a small town priest loses his faith and decides to leave town, but in the desert is stalked by a mysterious black pick-up truck. In the final story, a family's problem with a rat is larger than they think.
Cast
Cristina Raines
as Lisa the Wife (segment "Terror in Topanga")
Emilio Estevez
as J.J. Cooney (segment "Bishop of Battle")
Lance Henriksen
as MacLeod (segment "The Benediction")
Richard Masur
as Steven Houston (segment "Night of the Rat")
Veronica Cartwright
as Claire Houston (segment "Night of the Rat")
Moon Unit Zappa
as Pamela (segment "Bishop of Battle")
Tony Plana
as Father Luis Del Amo (segment "The Benediction")
Joe Lambie
as Phil the Husband (segment "Terror in Topanga")
Robin Gammell
as The Bishop (segment "The Benediction")
Bridgette Andersen
as Brooke Houston (segment "Night of the Rat")
Albert Hague
as Mel Keefer (segment "Night of the Rat")
Lee Ving
as William Henry Glazier (segment "Terror in Topanga") (as Lee James Jude)
Mariclare Costello
as Adele Cooney (segment "The Bishop of Battle")
Louis Giambalvo
as Jerry Cooney (segment "The Bishop of Battle")
William Sanderson
as Gas station attendant (segment "Terror in Topanga") (uncredited)
Billy Jayne
as Zock (segment "Bishop of Battle")
Raleigh Bond
as Norman, a Neighbor (segment "Terror in Topanga")
Flea
as Singer (voice)
Rudy Negrete
as Emiliano (segment The Bishop of Battle)
Clare Torao
as Mori the Newswoman (segment "Terror in Topanga")
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About Nightmares
“Nightmares... is this year's sleeper.”
A collection of short stories. In one a woman who leaves her house late at night to drive to the store while a killer is loose encounters some problems. In the second an arcade whiz kid's obsession with a game leads to deadly consequences. In the third a small town priest loses his faith and decides to leave town, but in the desert is stalked by a mysterious black pick-up truck. In the final story, a family's problem with a rat is larger than they think. Running 99 minutes.
Nightmares Cast and Characters
The cast features Cristina Raines (as Lisa the Wife (segment "Terror in Topanga")), Emilio Estevez (as J.J. Cooney (segment "Bishop of Battle")), Lance Henriksen (as MacLeod (segment "The Benediction")), Richard Masur (as Steven Houston (segment "Night of the Rat")), and Veronica Cartwright (as Claire Houston (segment "Night of the Rat")). Their performances are a major reason Nightmares has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Nightmares Online
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▶ Watch Nightmares NowWhy People Are Watching Nightmares
Nightmares flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nightmares
Where can I watch Nightmares online for free?
You can watch Nightmares online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Nightmares?
Nightmares runs for 99 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is Nightmares good? What's the rating?
Nightmares holds a 5.7/10 rating based on 93 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Nightmares?
The main cast includes Cristina Raines, Emilio Estevez, Lance Henriksen, and Richard Masur, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Nightmares available in English?
Yes — Nightmares was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Nightmares released?
Nightmares was released in 1983.
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No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch Nightmares without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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If you enjoyed Nightmares, check out Dark City, The Blair Witch Project, Frankenstein, A Daughter Of Destiny, and Roar.
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What is Nightmares about?
Nightmares is a Horror/Science Fiction English-language film. A collection of short stories. In one a woman who leaves her house late at night to drive to the store while a killer is loose encounters some problems. In the second an arcade whiz kid's obsession with a game leads to deadly consequences. In the third a small town priest loses his faith and decides to leave town, but in the desert is stalked by a mysterious black pick-up truck. In the final story, a family's problem with a rat is larger than they think.
When was Nightmares released?
Nightmares was released on September 2, 1983. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. The film was produced by Universal Pictures.
Who stars in Nightmares?
Nightmares stars Cristina Raines, Emilio Estevez, Lance Henriksen and Richard Masur. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Nightmares available in HD?
Yes, Nightmares is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.