Nightmare (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 2.8

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Released in 2005, Nightmare is a thriller and horror film directed by Dylan Bank, running about 111 minutes.

What it’s about. On the brink of madness, a director's only recourse is to make a movie of the savage murders he believes he committed. The morning after a wild party, a young film student awakens in the arms of a mysterious actress. Unsure where they are, the two find a video camera at the foot of the bed aimed at them. Suspicious of one another, the lovers decide to watch the tape. Their apprehension turns to terror as they see themselves on screen gleefully committing brutal murder in the room they've just slept in.

Who’s in it. Nightmare stars Nicole Roderick as Natalya, Jason Scott Campbell, Amin Joseph and Jennifer Carta as Sam, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.8/10, Nightmare has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ and YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightmare page.

If you liked it. Fans of Nightmare tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Nightmare (2005)?
In US, Nightmare is available to stream on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel and AMC+, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Nightmare worth watching?
Nightmare holds an audience score of 2.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Nightmare?
Nightmare stars Nicole Roderick, Jason Scott Campbell, Amin Joseph, Jennifer Carta and J. Bloomrosen.
When was Nightmare released?
Nightmare was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.