Nightmare Factory (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2011, Nightmare Factory is a documentary film directed by Donna Davies, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of how one Pittsburgh boy’s fascination with monsters drove him to the very top of the Hollywood food chain. In 1989, Greg Nicotero, much to his parents’ chagrin, quit medical school and headed for Hollywood to pursue a dream of making monsters. Together with gore masters Howard Berger and Robert Kurtzman, Nicotero went on to create KNB EFX Group, one of the most prolific makeup effects studios in the world. After twenty years as the “go to guy” for the world’s most successful horror/sci-fi films, Greg Nicotero is the first one directors like Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez call.
Who’s in it. Nightmare Factory stars Greg Nicotero as Self, Howard Berger as Self, Tom Savini as Himself and John Carpenter as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Nightmare Factory has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightmare Factory page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nightmare Factory (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nightmare Factory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nightmare Factory worth watching?
- Nightmare Factory holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Nightmare Factory?
- Nightmare Factory stars Greg Nicotero, Howard Berger, Tom Savini, John Carpenter and John Landis.
- When was Nightmare Factory released?
- Nightmare Factory was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.