American Nightmare (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 2002, American Nightmare is a thriller, crime and horror film directed by Jon Keeyes, running about 91 minutes. “One night seven friends confess their greatest fears... to a killer.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A deranged female serial killer stalks seven young people whom phone a radio call-in show to discuss their darkest fears and a night-long game of cat-and-mouse is put into motion by the darkly sinister-looking murderess.
Who’s in it. American Nightmare stars Debbie Rochon as Jane Toppan, Brandy Little as Jessie McClain, Johnny Sneed as Wayne Holcomb and Chris Ryan as Caligari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, American Nightmare has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Troma NOW and IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch American Nightmare page.
If you liked it. Fans of American Nightmare tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch American Nightmare (2002)?
- In US, American Nightmare is available to stream on Troma NOW and IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is American Nightmare worth watching?
- American Nightmare holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in American Nightmare?
- American Nightmare stars Debbie Rochon, Brandy Little, Johnny Sneed, Chris Ryan and Brinke Stevens.
- When was American Nightmare released?
- American Nightmare was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.