TV series

Nightmare Classics

Name: Nightmare Classics
Released: 1989
Cast: Linda Hunt, C. Thomas Howell, Ione Skye, Amy Irving, Anthony Andrews

1989· 1 season· 60 min episodes★ 7.2Ended

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Synopsis

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.

Episodes

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E1 The Turn of the ScrewNext upAug 13, 1989 · 60 min
Synopsis
A governess is hired to look after two neglected children, who show signs of having been corrupted by the insidious influence of the groom Peter Quint. Quint, although hanged for murder, still makes an appearance among the shadows of the manor house along with Miss Jessel, a previous governess who took her own life.
E2 CarmillaSep 11, 1989 · 60 min
Synopsis
Lonely young Marie and her father live on a plantation just before the Civil War. Their placid lives are invaded when they rescue a mysterious woman from a carriage wreck, and soon bodies start turning up with holes in their necks...
E3 The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. HydeOct 30, 1989 · 60 min
Synopsis
Henry Jekyll, a shy and unassuming doctor, is obsessed with the idea of separating the good from the evil. Attracted to Rebecca, daughter of the head teacher of the medical school.
E4 The Eyes of the PantherNov 27, 1989 · 60 min
Synopsis
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.