SPRINGWOOD - Pilot

A prequel series for HBOMAX. Set in 1968, based on characters from "A Nightmare on Elm St ".
"NOES/True Detective/Fight Club.

Episode Synopsis

1954 at a juvenile mental health facility. A 12 year old boy named Charlie has recently been admitted, after suffering from severe insomnia. Upon arrival, Charlie interacts with a boy in the shadows, who does not seem to like him. Then meets Billy, a slightly older boy, that decides to help him feel more comfortable at the facility. Billy suggests that Charlie begin studying meditation, astral projection and dream therapy. These techniques become tremendously beneficial and unlock an ability within Charlie he never knew he had. Billy is amazed at the things Charlie can do in just a short amount of time. We progress to 1968. Springwood. Seven children have gone missing in one night.

CrimeFantasyMysteryOccultParanormalSupernaturalThrillerTime Period: 20th CenturyStory Location: USASpecial Effects: Minimal SFXTarget Audience: Young Adult