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Goosebumps 1995

“Viewer beware, you're in for a scare.”

★ 8.0/10 · 641 votes TV-G Sci-Fi & FantasyMysteryKidsComedy 4 seasons · 74 eps Ended
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What is Goosebumps?

Goosebumps is a horror anthology television series based on the best-selling collection of children's horror novels written by American author R. L.

Type
TV series
Year
1995
Status
Ended
Episodes
74
First aired
Oct 27, 1995
Last aired
Nov 16, 1998
Original language
EN
Origin
CA
Networks
FOX, YTV, Fox Kids
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Kids, Comedy
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Goosebumps is a horror anthology television series based on the best-selling collection of children's horror novels written by American author R. L. Stine. The program premiered in 1995 and remained in production until 1998, spanning a total of four seasons. Each episode functions as a standalone story, focusing on young protagonists who encounter frightening and supernatural scenarios. The series depicts these regular kids as they navigate eerie situations and work to confront or overcome their fears. The source material for the show is derived from the Goosebumps book series, which features tweens and young teens as the central characters. Episodes often explore mysterious or spooky settings, such as eerie toy stores or encounters with strange substances like Monster Blood. The series is recognized for adapting the tone and themes of Stine's popular writing for a television audience. As an anthology, the show maintains a consistent focus on the intersection of childhood and horror, consistent with the narrative style established in the original books.

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Should you watch it?

“Regular kids face terrifying situations in this horror anthology series based on the books by R.L. Stine.”

Reasons to watch
  • based on best-selling books
  • standalone episodes
Keep in mind
  • scary themes may be intense for some

Watch it if you enjoy classic children's horror stories that focus on overcoming fears.

The series features spooky situations intended for children and young teens.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 19 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 25 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes
Season 4 · 8 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Is this series based on books?

Yes, the series is based on the best-selling children's horror novels by R.L. Stine.

What is the format of the show?

The show is an anthology series where every episode features a different story.

Who are the main characters?

The protagonists in these stories are typically tweens or young teens.

What kind of stories are featured?

Each episode follows regular kids as they find themselves in various scary or frightening scenarios.

What is the central theme?

The stories focus on how children confront and overcome their fears.