One reason horror aficionados can’t wait to see it is because its predecessor in that franchise was so dang good. Last we saw mass murderer Michael Myers was in 2018’s Halloween, which served as both a direct sequel to the 1978 John Carpenter classic, as well as the first in a trilogy of films following Laurie Strode—Michael’s original target, iconically played by Jamie Lee Curtis—and her family’s quest to defeat Michael Myers for good. Halloween Kills is that trilogy’s second installment, with Halloween Ends, slated for a 2022 release, closing out the storyline. The 2018 Halloween was revered not just for being a great slasher that humanized its victims (even those only onscreen for a moment) but also for Danny McBride’s script: The story touched upon issues including post-traumatic stress disorder, sexism, generational trauma, mental illness and the all-too-real experiences of women and girls in a post-#MeToo world. McBride has returned to pen Halloween Kills, which also welcomes back Halloween director David Gordon Green, who previously worked on Our Brand Is Crisis and Camp X-Ray, as well as on McBride’s hilarious star vehicle series Eastbound & Down. Back in 2019, Green revealed that he signed on to direct the trilogy in large part because of its contained, bookended story. “The fun of it is… seeing it end, and knowing that it can,” he explained. “If you just keep trying to elongate it and milk it for all the money, then that’s boring.” While others may continue the Michael Myers story, he noted, “They’re never done telling the Frankenstein story, and at this point, Michael Myers is a classic movie monster. But our Jamie Lee Curtis as Laurie Strode/Michael Myers saga will be done.” Halloween Kills was originally slated for an October 2020 release, but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It finally premiered at the Venice Film Festival on Sept. 8, 2021, making it one of the only slasher films ever to do so. Curtis, meanwhile, was bestowed the festival’s Golden Lion Honorary Award, traditionally given to actors and filmmakers for their significant, singular contributions to cinema. “It seems impossible to me that I’ve been in this industry long enough to be receiving ‘Lifetime Achievement’ recognition, and to have it happen now, with Halloween Kills, is particularly meaningful to me,” she said in her moving acceptance speech. “Halloween and my partnership with Laurie Strode launched and sustained my career, and to have these films evolve into a new franchise that is beloved by audiences around the world was, and remains, a gift. I couldn’t be more proud and happy to accept this award from the Venice International Film Festival on behalf of Laurie and all the courageous heroines of the world who stand tall in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles and refuse to yield.” But enough with the nostalgia and tears; let’s get to the phobias and fears! Here’s everything you need to know about Halloween Kills, including the release date, trailer, cast, plot and more. Beware, however, of spoilers for 2018’s Halloween ahead!
What is Halloween Kills release date?
Halloween Kills will be released Oct. 15, 2021 in theaters and on Peacock Premium. Variety notes that Universal, the movie’s distributor, deployed a similar rollout earlier this year for its animated release The Boss Baby: Family Business, which likewise arrived in theaters the same day it became available to stream on Peacock’s paid membership tier. NBCUniversal was presumably was pleased with the results of that plan, since it’s now being replicated for Halloween Kills.
Is there a Halloween Kills trailer?
There is, and brace yourself: It’s got spoilers! Halloween Kills starts just minutes after the conclusion of 2018’s Halloween. We catch glimpses of the Strode women begging firefighters not to put out their burning home, as well as Myers brutally murdering the first responders on the scene. Later, we see the Strodes and fellow Haddonfield residents ganging up to hunt Myers.
What will Halloween Kills be about?
Halloween Killsis a direct sequel to 2018’s Halloween. It follows Curtis’ Laurie Strode, as well as her daughter and granddaughter, and picks up immediately where the events of the 2018 film left off: As flames engulf Strode’s house with Michael Myers inside, the family watches while huddled together in the back of a departing police car. Firefighters arrive at the scene and the women scream for them to just let the property burn. From there, we see the Strode ladies and the entire town of Haddonfield, Ill., tracking Myers, who survived, to finish the job they started, as well as three generations of women processing their own and their collective trauma. Curtis described the movie as having parallels to the Black Lives Matter movement and the protests it sparked, explaining, “We’re seeing it in action and Halloween Kills… it’s a seething group of people moving through the story as a big angry group. It’s really, really, really intense.”
Is Jamie Lee Curtis in Halloween Kills?
Hell, yes! Curtis reprises her role as Laurie Strode in Halloween Kills after last playing the part in 2018’s Halloween. She’s said that doing so was a particularly emotional experience this time around because she got to reunite with other actors from the 1978 original—including a certain, well-known Real Housewife! “When I saw Kyle Richards and Nancy Stephens, I realized the passage of time and how long we’ve all been a part of this story. There was a moment where I ran into both of them early on, and it was very emotional because Kyle Richards was little Lindsey, a little girl I’m babysitting in [Halloween],” Curtis told The Hollywood Reporter. “And she’s now a full-grown woman, living a very wonderful life. The passage of time was extraordinary. In this film, we are telling more of the story of Laurie Strode and Lindsay and Marion, Nancy’s character, and that we’re all survivors. And it was a great moment of survival and pride.”
Is John Carpenter involved in Halloween Kills?
Yes! The man who directed and co-wrote the original Halloween composed the music for Halloween Kills alongside his son, CodyCarpenter. As Uproxx has noted, “Carpenter’s score is very present in this movie, as we hear him do different takes on the Halloween theme we already know so well.” (Carpenter has long been known for his film composition work as well as his directing, often creating the scores for the films he helms.) The 73-year-old Carpenter also told the outlet that Halloween Kills director Green did run ideas past him. “Initially, we talk about the screenplay, and the ideas behind it,” he explained. “And I pretty much stay out of the way because David’s such a fine director, and wouldn’t have to worry about me. My main contribution is the music. That’s when I really go to work.”
Who is in the Halloween Kills cast?
The Halloween Kills cast is a star-studded one. Here’s who you can expect to see in the main cast:
Jamie Lee Curtisas Michael Myers’ sister and matriarch with a mission, Laurie StrodeJudy Greeras Laurie’s daughter, Karen NelsonAndi Matichakas Karen’s daughter and Laurie’s granddaughter, Allyson NelsonJames Jude Courtneyand Nick Castleas Michael Myers/“The Shape"Airon Armstrong as a young Michael MyersWill Pattonas Deputy Frank HawkinsThomas Mannas a young Frank HawkinsDylan Arnold as Cameron Elam, Allyson’s exRobert Longstreet as Cameron’s dad, Lonnie ElamAnthony Michael Hallas Tommy Doyle, one of Laurie Strode’s 1978 babysitting charges, all grown upKyle Richardsas Lindsey Wallace, a childhood friend of Tommy Doyle who Laurie Strode also babysat. (Not-so-fun fact: Richards says she broke her nose during filming!)Nancy Stephens as Marion Chambers, an assistant to Dr. LoomisCharles Cyphers as Leigh Brackett, former sheriff of Haddonfield whose daughter Michael Myers murderedOmar J. Dorsey as Haddonfield’s Sheriff BakerBrian F. Durkin as Haddonfield Deputy GrahamJibrail Nantambu as Julian, a child who survived a Michael Myers attack in Halloween (2018)
What is Halloween Kills runtime? How long is Halloween Kills 2021?
Halloween Kills is an hour and 46 minutes long.
Where will you be able to watch Halloween Kills? Where can I see Halloween Kills?
Halloween Kills will be in theaters and, for 60 days starting on Oct. 15, will be available to stream on Peacock Premium.
Will Halloween Kills be on-demand?
Halloween Kills will be on-demand following its theatrical run. It is not currently available on-demand.
Is Halloween Kills coming to HBO Max?
Halloween Kills may be available on HBO Max after its theatrical run, but not before that period ends. It is not currently available on HBO Max.
Is Halloween Kills on Netflix?
Will Halloween Kills be free on Peacock?
Halloween Kills will be on Peacock Premium, which costs $4.99 per month with ads and $9.99 per month without. If you have an Xfinity or Cox cable subscription, you may be able to access the service for free. The film will be on the streaming service for 60 days.
Is Halloween Ends the last movie?
Halloween Ends, slated for a 2022 release, is the last film in the trilogy-within-a-franchise that started with 2018’s Halloween and continues with Halloween Kills. There may be more films in the franchise, but this specific trilogy’s story will conclude with Halloween Ends.
Do we ever see Michael Myers’ face?
You can see Michael Myers’ face several times in the Halloween franchise, albeit often for brief moments. You can see a young Michael Myers’ mug in the opening scene of the 1978 Halloween, as well as a brief unmasked moment near the end of the film. In Halloween II in 1981, you can see a young Michael Myers once more, and you can catch a brief glimpse at him in Halloween 5 as well. You can also get peeks at Michael Myers’ face in Halloween (2018), though the directors were careful to never have his visage visible full-on.
Why can’t Michael Myers be killed?
Michael Myers’ powers have never been fully explained, which just fuels the terror he incites in everyone he encounters. In 1995’s Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, however, it is revealed that a cult cursed him, making him not only murderous but also essentially invincible. Creator John Carpenter once described the character as “unkillable.”
Is Michael Myers a human?
There is no definitive answer to whether Michael Myers is a human or a supernatural being, especially because there are several Halloween timelines with different backstories for the character. That said, seeing as Myers hasn’t been killed by bullets, fire or by falling out of buildings and off balconies, it’s safe to assume he has some sort of otherworldly quality to him. Carpenter deliberately left it vague, but did note in bonus commentary footage on the Halloween H20 DVD that Myers is “almost a supernatural force—a force of nature, an evil force that’s loose.”
What did Michael Myers do to his sister?
When Michael Myers was 6 years old, he murdered his 15-year-old sister, Judith Myers.
Why did Michael Myers kill his sister?
Judith Myers was supposed to be babysitting Michael Myers on Halloween and taking him trick-or-treating, but opted to give her attention to her boyfriend instead. That said, his exact motives remain unclear since many of his slayings are just murders of convenience: People in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Is Laurie Strode Michael Myers’ sister?
Laurie Strode is Michael Myers’ adopted younger sister.
Why was Michael Myers after Laurie Strode?
Michael Myers’ motives for constantly pursuing Laurie Strode are never explained, though it’s generally accepted that because he killed his older sister, he may want his younger, adopted sister dead too.
Did Michael Myers love his sister?
Michael Myers has been described as pure evil, so chances are he never loved anyone.
Why did Michael Myers wear a mask?
In the original Halloween, Michael Myers steals his signature mask from a hardware store after escaping from a sanitarium.
Is Jamie Lee Curtis in every Halloween movie?
Jamie Lee Curtis appears in the following Halloween films:
Halloween (1978)Halloween IIHalloween H20: 20 Years LaterHalloween: ResurrectionHalloween (2018)Halloween Kills (2021)Halloween Ends (slated for 2022)
Her character is mentioned or referenced in the remaining Halloween franchise films (Halloween III: Season of the Witch, Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers and Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers). Curtis previously told Paradethat everything in her life is a “direct result” of Halloween, explaining of horror movies, “Every good thing that ever happened to me was because I was in horror films. I don’t love the genre, but I’m grateful for the genre.” Next, look back at exactly why 1978’s Halloween is one of the best, scariest movies of all time.
