SlashersNo. 7938 · The 2026 edition
Halloween
Step into the shadows of Halloween 2018, where the line between reality and horror blurs as never before. Prepare to be haunted by the eerie whispers of the past, as the town of Haddonfield comes aliv
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Halloween 2018 is a thrilling continuation of the iconic franchise, set in the small town of Haddonfield. The film delves deep into the lore of Michael Myers, exploring the events leading up to his infamous return. With a blend of suspense and horror, the movie aims to captivate audiences with its chilling narrative and atmospheric visuals. Directed by David Gordon Green, the film promises to deliver a heart-pounding experience that pays homage to the classic while introducing fresh twists.
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This Wikipedia article covers the 2018 American slasher film Halloween, directed by David Gordon Green, who co-wrote it with Jeff Fradley and Danny McBride. It details the plot, complete cast, production and writing history, release and marketing, box office performance, critical reception, accolades, and legacy. The film is the eleventh installment in the franchise and a direct sequel to the 1978 original, ignoring every other series entry.
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- Eleventh installment in the Halloween film series and a sequel to Halloween (1978).
- Directed by David Gordon Green, who co-wrote it with Jeff Fradley and Danny McBride.
- Based on characters created by John Carpenter and Debra Hill.
- Jamie Lee Curtis reprises her role as Laurie Strode.
- James Jude Courtney plays Michael Myers; Nick Castle returns for a cameo and breathing sounds.
- Produced by Malek Akkad, Jason Blum, and Bill Block; distributed by Universal Pictures.
- Budget was $10 million; worldwide gross was $259.9 million.
- Premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2018; US release October 19, 2018.
- Filmed January to February 2018 in Charleston, South Carolina, with reshoots that June.
- John Carpenter returned as executive producer and scored the film with Cody Carpenter and Daniel Davies.
- Rotten Tomatoes approval rating 79% based on 385 reviews; Metacritic weighted score 67 of 100.
- Became the highest-grossing slasher film in unadjusted dollars, beating Scream's 1996 record.
- Followed by two sequels: Halloween Kills (2021) and Halloween Ends (2022).
- Home media released digitally December 28, 2018, and on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD January 15, 2019.
