The Nightmare Man
Series Overview
A heavy fog cuts a small isolated Scottish island from the mainland, and dentist Michael Gaffikin has just discovered a dismembered corpse on the golf links. Gaffkin and his artist girlfriend assist local law enforcements in searching for the killer. However, as the body count rises and the surrounding circumstances turn increasingly bizarre and gruesome, everyone begins to wonder if the perpetrator is a human or an unimaginable creature.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
30 min per episode
1981 – 1981
Premiered: Fri, May 1, 1981
Robert HolmesLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Part 4”
Although the film from Dr. Symond's camera reveals the presence of a grotesque, monster-like creature, Inspector Inskip remains suspicious of the Colonel's activities.Unknown to the island community, the coastguards are fighting for their lives.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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1 May 1981 BBC1 The Nightmare Man
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-09-29
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Holmes
David Wiltshire, Robert Holmes, Jenny Sheridan
Robert Stewart
Ron Craddock
Department Leadership Roster
Allan Anson
Production Design
Ron Craddock
Producer
Robert Stewart
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is The Nightmare Man about?
A heavy fog cuts a small isolated Scottish island from the mainland, and dentist Michael Gaffikin has just discovered a dismembered corpse on the golf links. Gaffkin and his artist girlfriend assist local law enforcements in searching for the killer. However, as the body count rises and the surrounding circumstances turn increasingly bizarre and gruesome, everyone begins to wonder if the perpetrator is a human or an unimaginable creature.
How many seasons does The Nightmare Man have?
The Nightmare Man comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Nightmare Man?
Key cast members in The Nightmare Man include James Warwick, Celia Imrie, Maurice Roëves, James Cosmo, Tom Watson.
Who created or directed The Nightmare Man?
The Nightmare Man was developed and directed by Robert Holmes.