Plot
The Terrors of Jordan Mendoza follows a deeply anxious man who is thrust into a nonstop stream of bizarre, frightening, and darkly funny dream worlds. Each episode drops him into surreal nightmares that blend absurd humor with unsettling horror, exploring fears that feel both intensely personal and universally relatable.
The series uses sketch‑style storytelling to dive into the subconscious, turning everyday anxieties into wild, cinematic dreamscapes that shift between comedy and terror without warning.
The Terrors of Jordan Mendoza
- Director: Jordan Mendoza
- Starring: Jordan Mendoza
- Genre: Comedy
Cast & Guest Appearances
Created by Jordan Mendoza, the series features an impressive lineup of guest stars from across the comedy and film world, including:
- Thomas Lennon
- Marc Maron
- Fred Melamed
- Haley Joel Osment
- Randall Park
- Wanda Sykes
- Eva Victor
- Steve Buscemi
These appearances add variety and unpredictability to each nightmare scenario, amplifying the show’s chaotic humor and horror.
Information on the Series
The Terrors of Jordan Mendoza is a live‑action sketch comedy/horror hybrid created, directed, written, and executive produced by Jordan Mendoza, a rising creative voice in comedy. His background includes work on Dave, Big Mouth, Ziwe, Chad Powers, and Overcompensating, showcasing his talent for sharp, surreal humour.
Produced by Avalon, the team behind Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Workaholics, and Taskmaster, the series blends cinematic visuals with late‑night weirdness, making it a perfect fit for Adult Swim’s boundary‑pushing lineup. Christopher Bear composed the original music.
Release Date
The Terrors of Jordan Mendoza premieres Sunday, September 13, at midnight ET/PT on Adult Swim, with episodes also available on HBO Max.
