Nightmare Ned 1997
What is Nightmare Ned?
Nightmare Ned is a short-lived animated television series. The show is based on a video game of the same name.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 25
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 19, 1997
- Last aired
- Jul 5, 1997
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Kids
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.6/10 from 5 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 25 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- ABC
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Nightmare Ned is a short-lived animated television series. The show is based on a video game of the same name. The series focuses on the life of a 10-year-old boy, who is the main character, as he navigates his daily problems. The boy's daily struggles are depicted through dark and quirky nightmares, which serve as a central theme in the show. The series explores the character's inner world and his unique way of dealing with the challenges he faces. The show's tone and style are reflective of its dark and quirky premise, offering a unique perspective on the life of a young boy. The series is an adaptation of the eponymous video game, drawing inspiration from its concept and themes.
Should you watch it?
“A ten‑year‑old’s everyday woes become wild, dark‑humored nightmares.”
- Creative nightmare visuals
- Humorous take on childhood anxieties
- Appeals to fans of the original game
- Short run means few episodes
Watch it if you enjoy offbeat animated comedies that turn everyday worries into surreal nightmares.
Its dark, quirky humor is aimed at older children (TV‑Y7) and may be unsettling for younger viewers.
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Season 1 · 25 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Ned's Life as a Dog Mytharc Apr 19, 1997
- E2 A Doll's House Core Apr 19, 1997
- E3 Robot Ned Core Apr 26, 1997
- E4 Dapper Dan Core Apr 26, 1997
- E5 Monster Ned Core May 3, 1997
- E6 Ants Core May 3, 1997
- E7 Magic Bus Core May 10, 1997
- E8 'Til Undeath Do Us Part Core May 10, 1997
- E9 Headless Lester Core May 17, 1997
- E10 My, How You've Grown Core May 17, 1997
- E11 Tooth or Consequences Core May 24, 1997
- E12 Show Me the Infidel Core May 24, 1997
- E13 Willie Trout Core May 31, 1997
- E14 House of Games Core May 31, 1997
- E15 Girl Trouble Core Jun 7, 1997
- E16 Canadian Bacon Core Jun 7, 1997
- E17 Abduction Core Jun 14, 1997
- E18 Bad Report Card Core Jun 14, 1997
- E19 Testing... Testing... Core Jun 21, 1997
- E20 The Accordion Lesson Core Jun 21, 1997
- E21 Steamed Vegetables Core Jun 28, 1997
- E22 Along for the Ride Core Jun 28, 1997
- E23 Lucky Abe (One Cent Ned) Core Jul 5, 1997
- E24 Dentist Mytharc Jul 5, 1997
- E25 The Ballad of Conrad and Vernon Mytharc Jul 5, 1997
Frequently asked questions
When did Nightmare Ned air?
It premiered in 1997.
What is the premise of Nightmare Ned?
It follows 10‑year‑old Ned Needlemeyer who copes with daily problems through dark, quirky nightmares.
Is Nightmare Ned based on anything?
Yes, it is based on the eponymous Nightmare Ned video game.
What rating does the series have?
It is rated TV‑Y7, indicating suitability for children age seven and older.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is an animated comedy aimed at kids.
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