Nightmare on the 13th Floor (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1990, Nightmare on the 13th Floor is a thriller, horror, mystery and tv movie film directed by Walter Grauman, running about 90 minutes. “Scream bloody murder. While you still can.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this made-for-cable television horror thriller, a travel writer visits a historic hotel to write a story about it and inadvertently finds herself on the 13th floor where she witnesses a Satanic rite and tangles with an axe-wielding killer. She escapes, but no one believes her story because the hotel has no 13th floor.
Who’s in it. Nightmare on the 13th Floor stars Michele Greene as Elaine Kalisher, John Karlen as Sgt. Madden, Louise Fletcher as Letti Gordon and James Brolin as Dr. Alan Lanier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Nightmare on the 13th Floor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightmare on the 13th Floor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nightmare on the 13th Floor tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nightmare on the 13th Floor (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nightmare on the 13th Floor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nightmare on the 13th Floor worth watching?
- Nightmare on the 13th Floor holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror, mystery and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nightmare on the 13th Floor?
- Nightmare on the 13th Floor stars Michele Greene, John Karlen, Louise Fletcher, James Brolin and Alan Fudge.
- When was Nightmare on the 13th Floor released?
- Nightmare on the 13th Floor was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.