The American Scream (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1988, The American Scream is a comedy and horror film directed by Mitchell Linden, running about 85 minutes. “It's a tradition.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A family vacationing in the mountains is terrorized by local wackos.
Who’s in it. The American Scream stars Pons Maar as Ben Benziger, Jennifer Darling as Barbara Benziger, Matt Borlenghi as Brent Benziger and Riley Weston as Bridgett Benziger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The American Scream has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The American Scream page.
If you liked it. Fans of The American Scream tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The American Scream (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The American Scream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The American Scream worth watching?
- The American Scream holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The American Scream?
- The American Scream stars Pons Maar, Jennifer Darling, Matt Borlenghi, Riley Weston and Kevin Kaye.
- When was The American Scream released?
- The American Scream was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.