Monsters (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Series · ★ 7.1

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Released in 1988, Monsters is a sci-fi & fantasy, mystery, comedy and drama series.

What it’s about. Monsters is a syndicated horror anthology series which originally ran from 1988 to 1991 and reran on the Sci-Fi Channel during the 1990s. Similarly to Tales from the Darkside, Monsters shared the same producer, and in some ways succeeded the show. It differed in some respects nonetheless. While Tales sometimes dabbled in stories of science fiction and fantasy, this series was more strictly horror. As the name implies, each episode features a different monster, from the animatronic puppet of a fictional children's television program to mutated, weapon-wielding lab rats.

Who’s in it. Monsters stars David McCallum as Boyle / 'The Feverman', Patrick Garner as Dr. James Burke, John C. Vennema as Timothy Mason and Katy Dierlam as The Fever, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Monsters has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Monsters page.

If you liked it. Fans of Monsters tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Monsters (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Monsters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Monsters worth watching?
Monsters holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy, mystery, comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Monsters?
Monsters stars David McCallum, Patrick Garner, John C. Vennema, Katy Dierlam and Abby Lewis.
When was Monsters released?
Monsters was released in 1988.