Project Nightmare (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 1.6
Released in 1987, Project Nightmare is a thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Donald M. Jones, running about 90 minutes. “Every dream came true... each was a nightmare!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Beneath the desert lies a terrifying secret! While camping out, two close friends, Gus and John are attacked by an awesome, but unidentifiable force. Fleeing this unknown terror, they come upon Marcy, a vision of beauty, alone in the desert. She’s too good to be true – and probably isn’t!
Who’s in it. Project Nightmare stars Charles Miller as Gus, Seth Foster as Jon, Elly Koslo as Marcie and Harry Melching as Carl, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.6/10, Project Nightmare has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Project Nightmare page.
If you liked it. Fans of Project Nightmare tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Project Nightmare (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Project Nightmare change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Project Nightmare worth watching?
- Project Nightmare holds an audience score of 1.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Project Nightmare?
- Project Nightmare stars Charles Miller, Seth Foster, Elly Koslo, Harry Melching and LeRoy Hughes.
- When was Project Nightmare released?
- Project Nightmare was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.