American Scary (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 2006, American Scary is a documentary film directed by John E. Hudgens, running about 92 minutes. “A Tribute to the Golden Age of the Horror Hosts” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A fond remembrance of and tribute to the uniquely American institution of the horror movie host.
Who’s in it. American Scary stars Forrest J. Ackerman as Himself, Douglas Agosti as Himself / 'Dr. Shock', Ernie Anderson as Himself / 'Ghoulardi' and Curtis Armstrong as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, American Scary has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch American Scary page.
If you liked it. Fans of American Scary tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch American Scary (2006)?
- In US, American Scary is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is American Scary worth watching?
- American Scary holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in American Scary?
- American Scary stars Forrest J. Ackerman, Douglas Agosti, Ernie Anderson, Curtis Armstrong and Bob Beidman.
- When was American Scary released?
- American Scary was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.