Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween
Be careful what you wish for. With their after school junk business, best friends Sonny and Sam hope to find treasure in other people’s trash. But when cleaning out the old Stine house, they open a locked book that frees a supernatural nightmare – Slappy! Now, with the help of Sonny’s sister Sarah, they’re in a race against time to get the sinister dummy and all the creatures he’s brought to life back into the pages before he unleashes total pandemonium!
Why it matters
A lighthearted, family-friendly monster mash that leans into practical creature effects and nostalgic ‘90s kids’ horror vibes.
- Slappy returns as the mischievous ventriloquist dummy, anchoring the film’s spooky charm amid uneven performances.
- Practical monster designs deliver genuine creature-feature appeal, a nod to classic horror’s tactile thrills.
- Perfect for introducing younger viewers to genre staples without the bite of more intense horror fare.
- Falls short on narrative and acting depth, but its playful spirit and creature chaos make it a harmless seasonal diversion.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
40
Creature
36
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
100
Cerebral
0
Survival
50
