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Fright Night

7.019851h 47mRMovieComedyHorror

Charley Brewster, a high school student, accidentally discovers the true and creepy nature of Jerry Dandrige, his dashing and enigmatic new neighbor; but no one seems willing to believe him.

DirectorTom Holland
WriterTom Holland
ProducerHerb Jaffe

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Cast · Directed by Tom Holland

CSChris Sarandon
Chris Sarandon
Jerry Dandrige
WRWilliam Ragsdale
William Ragsdale
Charley Brewster
ABAmanda Bearse
Amanda Bearse
Amy Peterson
RMRoddy McDowall
Roddy McDowall
Peter Vincent
JSJonathan Stark
Jonathan Stark
Billy Cole
DFDorothy Fielding
Dorothy Fielding
Judy Brewster
AEArt Evans
Art Evans
Detective Lennox
SSStewart Stern
Stewart Stern
Cook
NS
Nick Savage
Bouncer #1
EH
Ernie Holmes
Bouncer #2
HSHeidi Sorenson
Heidi Sorenson
Hooker
IIIrina Irvine
Irina Irvine
Teenage Girl

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Fright Night — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Fright Night?

Fright Night is streaming on Shudder, Artiflix and Sony Pictures Core in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Fright Night on Netflix?

No, Fright Night is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Shudder and Artiflix.

Is Fright Night on Amazon Prime Video?

Fright Night isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Fright Night for free?

Fright Night is available to stream free (with ads) on YOW.tv and Tubi TV in United States.

Is there a sequel to Fright Night?

Yes — Fright Night is followed by Fright Night Part 2 (1988) in the Fright Night Collection.

Is there a prequel to Fright Night?

Fright Night is the first film in the Fright Night Collection.

Is Fright Night part of a trilogy?

No — Fright Night is part of the Fright Night Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Fright Night Collection?

There are 2 films in the Fright Night Collection: Fright Night (1985) and Fright Night Part 2 (1988).