Nightmare Classics
Series Overview
An anthology series featuring adaptations of well-known horror stories, produced by Shelley Duvall. Following the success of her two previous anthology series – Faerie Tale Theatre and Tall Tales & Legends – both of which were aimed at the elementary-school audience, Duvall attempted to branch out to the teenage and adult audience with Nightmare Classics.
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 4 Episodes
60 min per episode
1989 – 1989
Premiered: Sun, Aug 13, 1989
Shelley DuvallLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “The Eyes of the Panther”
A crusty Old West hermit relates the story of the love of his life, Irene. Before her birth, Irene's family was visited by a mysterious panther, which has followed them through the years, and interferes in the security of her marriage and future.
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Cast & Creators
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Linda Hunt
Narrator
C. Thomas Howell
Jenner Brading
Ione Skye
Marie
Amy Irving
The Governess
Anthony Andrews
Dr. Henry Jekyll/Mr. Edward Hyde
Laura Dern
Rebecca Laymon
Daphne Zuniga
Irene Marlowe
Meg Tilly
Carmilla
David Hemmings
Mister Harley
Balthazar Getty
Miles
John Stockwell
Malcom Barrington
Nicholas Guest
Dr. Morley
Armelia McQueen
Miss Hodgett
John Doolittle
Doctor
Michael Harris
Quint
Lisa Marie Russell
Servant Girl
Gregory Cooke
Richard Utterson
Roddy McDowall
Inspector Amos
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shelley Duvall
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What is Nightmare Classics about?
An anthology series featuring adaptations of well-known horror stories, produced by Shelley Duvall. Following the success of her two previous anthology series – Faerie Tale Theatre and Tall Tales & Legends – both of which were aimed at the elementary-school audience, Duvall attempted to branch out to the teenage and adult audience with Nightmare Classics.
How many seasons does Nightmare Classics have?
Nightmare Classics comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Nightmare Classics?
Key cast members in Nightmare Classics include Linda Hunt, C. Thomas Howell, Ione Skye, Amy Irving, Anthony Andrews.
Who created or directed Nightmare Classics?
Nightmare Classics was developed and directed by Shelley Duvall.