Nightmare in Badham County (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1976, Nightmare in Badham County is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by John Llewellyn Moxey, running about 100 minutes. “Where Innocence Is A Punishable Crime” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two UCLA coeds have engine trouble in small Southern town. When they spurn the local sheriff's advances he arranges for them to be taken to the women's prison on trivial charges (the judge is a cousin), where they must endure atrocities at the hands of the administrators of the prison and the prison guards.
Who’s in it. Nightmare in Badham County stars Deborah Raffin as Cathy Phillips, Lynne Moody as Diane Emery, Chuck Connors as Sheriff Danen and Fionnula Flanagan as Dulcie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Nightmare in Badham County has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightmare in Badham County page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nightmare in Badham County tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nightmare in Badham County (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nightmare in Badham County change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nightmare in Badham County worth watching?
- Nightmare in Badham County holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nightmare in Badham County?
- Nightmare in Badham County stars Deborah Raffin, Lynne Moody, Chuck Connors, Fionnula Flanagan and Tina Louise.
- When was Nightmare in Badham County released?
- Nightmare in Badham County was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.