Nightmare Cinema
“The price of admission is your life”
Synopsis
A series of down-on-their-luck individuals enter the decrepit and spine-chilling Rialto theater, only to have their deepest and darkest fears brought to life on the silver screen by The Projectionist – a mysterious, ghostly figure who holds the nightmarish futures of all who attend his screenings.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Nightmare Cinema Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-04-23
Top Cast
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Mickey Rourke
The Projectionist
Sarah Elizabeth Withers
Samantha
Elizabeth Reaser
Helen
Zarah Mahler
Anna
Faly Rakotohavana
Riley
Maurice Benard
Father Benedict
Mariela Garriga
Sister Patricia
Mark Grossman
David
Richard Chamberlain
Dr. Mirari
Adam Godley
Dr. Salvadore
Annabeth Gish
Charity
Eric Nelsen
Fred / The Welder
Patrick Wilson
Eric Sr.
Orson Chaplin
Jenkins
Kevin Fonteyne
Jason
Gianna Gomez
Tania
Jamie Lynn Concepcion
Cindy
Reid Cox
Nurse Simone
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysFantasia Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 21, 2018
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 21, 2018
VOD & Digital Platforms
November 5, 2019
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mick Garris, Alejandro Brugués, Ryuhei Kitamura, David Slade, Joe Dante
- Screenplay & Story
- Sandra Becerril, Alejandro Brugués, Lawrence C. Connolly, David Slade, Mick Garris, Richard Christian Matheson
- Original Score
- Aldo Shllaku, J.G. Thirlwell, Kyle Newmaster, Richard Band
- Original Title
- Nightmare Cinema
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Studios
- Cinelou Films, Cranked Up Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mick Garris, Alejandro Brugués, Ryuhei Kitamura, David Slade, Joe Dante
Sandra Becerril, Alejandro Brugués, Lawrence C. Connolly, David Slade, Mick Garris, Richard Christian Matheson
Aldo Shllaku, J.G. Thirlwell, Kyle Newmaster, Richard Band
Matthias Schubert, Andrew Russo, Jo Willems
Mike Mendez
Joe Russo, Mick Garris, Leonard Shapiro, Mark Canton, Scott Karol
Department Leadership Roster
Mick Garris
Director
Alejandro Brugués
Director
Sandra Becerril
Screenplay
Ryuhei Kitamura
Director
David Slade
Director
Joe Dante
Director
Alejandro Brugués
Screenplay
Lawrence C. Connolly
Screenplay
David Slade
Screenplay
Mick Garris
Screenplay
Richard Christian Matheson
Screenplay
Joe Russo
Producer
Mike Mendez
Editor
Matthias Schubert
Director of Photography
Lauren Fitzsimmons
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nightmare Cinema
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nightmare Cinema about?
A series of down-on-their-luck individuals enter the decrepit and spine-chilling Rialto theater, only to have their deepest and darkest fears brought to life on the silver screen by The Projectionist – a mysterious, ghostly figure who holds the nightmarish futures of all who attend his screenings.
Who directed Nightmare Cinema?
Nightmare Cinema was directed by Mick Garris, Alejandro Brugués, Ryuhei Kitamura, David Slade, Joe Dante.
Who stars in Nightmare Cinema?
The principal cast of Nightmare Cinema includes Mickey Rourke, Sarah Elizabeth Withers, Elizabeth Reaser, Zarah Mahler, Faly Rakotohavana.
When was Nightmare Cinema released and how long is it?
Nightmare Cinema was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Nightmare Cinema?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nightmare Cinema was composed by Aldo Shllaku, J.G. Thirlwell, Kyle Newmaster, Richard Band.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nightmare Cinema?
Nightmare Cinema holds official age classifications: CA: R; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).