Fear Street: 1978
2021, English. Directed by Leigh Janiak.
Find the truth.
In 1978, two rival groups at Camp Nightwing must band together to solve a terrifying mystery when horrors from their towns' history come alive.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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7.2/10 from 2,375 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Fear Street: 1978
Fear Street: 1978 is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Leigh JaniakDirector
- Sadie SinkZiggy Berman
- Emily RuddCindy Berman
- Ryan SimpkinsAlice
- McCabe SlyeTommy Slater
- Gillian JacobsC. Berman / Adult Ziggy
- Kiana MadeiraDeena
- Benjamin Flores Jr.Josh
- Ted SutherlandYoung Nick Goode
- Meghan PackerTV Anchor
- Matthew ZukMayor Will Goode
- Olivia Scott WelchSam Fraser
- Brandon SpinkYoung Will Goode
Details
- Released
- 8 July 2021
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Phil Graziadei, Zak Olkewicz, Leigh Janiak
- Budget
- $10M
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What Fear Street: 1978 is based on
Fear Street: 1978 is based on Fear Street, a 1989 novel by R. L. Stine.
Novel · 1989
Fear Street
By R. L. Stine
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Fear Street: 1978: quick answers
What should I watch before Fear Street: 1978?
Watch Fear Street: 1994 (2021) first.
What comes after Fear Street: 1978?
Next in the series: Fear Street: 1666 (2021).
Is Fear Street: 1978 worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 2,375 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fear Street: 1978?
Fear Street: 1978 runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Fear Street: 1978 have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fear Street: 1978. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fear Street: 1978 parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fear Street: 1978 is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Fear Street: 1978 on?
Fear Street: 1978 is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Fear Street: 1978?
If you liked Fear Street: 1978, try Fear Street: 1994, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me, The Shuttered Room.
Who directed Fear Street: 1978?
Fear Street: 1978 (2021) was directed by Leigh Janiak and stars Sadie Sink, Emily Rudd, Ryan Simpkins.
What is Fear Street: 1978 based on?
Fear Street: 1978 is based on Fear Street, a 1989 novel by R. L. Stine.