Nightmare 1981
“The Dream You Can't Escape ALIVE!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Director
- Romano Scavolini
- Network
- Goldmine Productions
- Where to Stream
- Night Flight Plus, Eternal Family, Midnight Pulp
What is Nightmare?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Nightmare" (1981). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 23, 1981
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Goldmine Productions
- Genres
- Horror
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.6/10 from 124 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~99 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Goldmine Productions
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Overview
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Nightmare" (1981).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed details (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
[1] Title: Nightmare (1981). Release date (US): 10/23/1981. Genre: Horror. Runtime: 1h 39m. Synopsis: A drug-treated schizophrenic plagued by horrible nightmares is released from the hospital and goes on a killing spree.
[2] Title/Year: Nightmare (1981).
[3] Title/Year: Nightmare (1981 film). Type: American psychological slasher film. Writer/Director: Romano Scavolini. Starring: Baird Stafford and Sharon Smith. Plot: Follows a deranged man who, after undergoing an experimental medical procedure, is released from a New York City psychiatric hospital and embarks on a road trip to Flo... (cut off).
[4] Synopsis: A drug-treated schizophrenic plagued by horrible nightmares is released from the hospital and goes on a killing spree.
[5] Mentions "1981 take on The Postman Always Rings Twice" (not the subject film).
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Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of horror that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Nightmare worth watching?
Nightmare holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 124 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Nightmare and when was it released?
Nightmare is a feature film with a runtime of 99 minutes. It was released in 1981. Release status: Released.
Who directed Nightmare?
Nightmare was directed by Romano Scavolini.
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