Movie

American Nightmare

“Every year girls move to the city determined to make their dreams come true ... or die trying.”

★ 4.3(18)19831h 28m

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Good to know

Director: Don McBrearty
Release date: 1983-03-17
Runtime: 1h 28m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Manesco Films

About American Nightmare

American Nightmare is a 1983 movie in the Horror, Crime and Thriller genres, directed by Don McBrearty, starring Lawrence Day, Lora Staley and Neil Dainard. It has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.3/10 from 18 viewers. Below you can see where to watch American Nightmare in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A man investigates the disappearance of his sister with the help of her roommate. He uncovers a trail of prostitution, incest, blackmail...and murder.

Cast

Lawrence Day

Eric (as Lawrence S. Day)

Lora Staley

Louise / Isabelle's workmate

Neil Dainard

Tony / Hamilton's right-hand

Lenore Zann

Tina / stripper

Claudia Udy

Andrea / Isabelle's workmate

Page Fletcher

Mark / Tina's boyfriend

Michael Ironside

Sgt. Skylar (as Mike Ironside)

Larry Aubrey

Dolly / Isabelle's neighbor

Michael Copeman

Fixer / Isabelle's pimp (as Mike Copeman)

Bunty Webb

Operator

Tom Harvey

Hamilton / Eric and Isabelle's father

Paul Bradley

Motel Manager

Themes & keywords

murderslasherprostitutioncanuxploitation

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch American Nightmare in Mexico?+

American Nightmare is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is American Nightmare on Netflix?+

American Nightmare is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is American Nightmare?+

American Nightmare has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who stars in American Nightmare?+

American Nightmare stars Lawrence Day, Lora Staley, Neil Dainard, Lenore Zann and Claudia Udy.

When did American Nightmare come out?+

American Nightmare is a 1983 movie directed by Don McBrearty.

What genre is American Nightmare?+

American Nightmare is Horror, Crime and Thriller film.

Who directed American Nightmare?+

American Nightmare was directed by Don McBrearty.