The Hitchhiker (1983)

Synopsis

A young hitchhiker introduces characters who are about to experience a frightening and sometimes supernatural incident of some kind in this moody anthology series.

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Cast

• Page Fletcher as The Hitchhiker
• Nicholas Campbell as The Hitchhiker
• Garwin Sanford as Duncan
• Shannon Tweed as Barbara
• Lawrence Bayne as Teddy
• Kirstie Alley as Jane L.
• Jill Hennessy as Marla
• Stephen McHattie as Joe Caldwell
• Krista Bridges as Penny
• Garry Chalk as Hubert

If you liked The Hitchhiker, try

• Tales from the Darkside
• The Terror
• American Horror Stories
• Masters of Horror
• Accused
• The Hunger
• Bad Girls
• Slasher

BingeNext's take

If you’re into moody crime dramas with a supernatural twist, The Hitchhiker from 1983 is a great pick. This anthology series uses a young hitchhiker as a narrator to introduce characters who are about to face eerie and sometimes frightening events. With four seasons and 85 episodes, each about 30 minutes long, it’s perfect for those nights when you want something gripping but not too long. The cast includes familiar faces like Kirstie Alley and Shannon Tweed, adding a nice touch to the stories. Fans of shows like Tales from the Darkside or American Horror Stories will find a similar vibe here, blending suspense and mystery with a dark edge. Watching it feels like stepping into a strange, unsettling world where danger lurks just around the corner, making it a solid choice for anyone who enjoys crime drama with a supernatural flavor.