Goosebumps vs Are You Afraid of the Dark, which scary show defined your childhood nightmares? In this showdown, we have the TV adaptation of R.L Stine's smash-hit book series, Goosebumps, which hit the airwaves in 1995 in one corner. Squaring off against this cultural landmark is Are You Afraid of the Dark, the cult horror TV series that had its debut in 1990. WatchMojo pits Goosebumps against Are You Afraid of the Dark. Which show is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!