When Good Ghouls Go Bad 2001
"Rest in peace"
When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001) delivers spine-tingling Halloween mischief when a cursed town faces its darkest fears decades after a vengeful kid's grim demise.
Director: Patrick Read Johnson
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001) about?
Set in the fictional Walker Falls, the film revisits a chilling 1981 accident where a boy named Curtis Danko swore revenge if the town ever celebrated Halloween again. Twenty years later, his return unleashes an undead army after a cursed artifact is disturbed.
Who directed When Good Ghouls Go Bad?
Patrick Read Johnson helmed this spooky family adventure, known for blending horror and comedy with a nostalgic touch.
Who stars in When Good Ghouls Go Bad?
The ensemble includes Christopher Lloyd as the eccentric town leader, alongside Joe Pichler, Tom Amandes, Brittany Byrnes, and Roy Billing in key roles.
Is When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001) worth watching?
As a TV movie blending horror, comedy, and family themes, it's a solid pick for Halloween viewers—though don't expect Oscar-level thrills. Its mix of scares and laughs makes it a cult favorite for genre fans.
How long is When Good Ghouls Go Bad?
The film runs 93 minutes, packed with supernatural shenanigans and small-town drama.
About When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001) — A Halloween horror-comedy bursting with zombies, curses, and small-town secrets
When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001) delivers spine-tingling Halloween mischief when a cursed town faces its darkest fears decades after a vengeful kid's grim demise. Directed by Patrick Read Johnson, this family-friendly horror-comedy blends eerie small-town secrets with supernatural shenanigans as an ominous warning from beyond the grave comes true in the most terrifying way.
Christopher Lloyd and a young cast lead the charge through a story dripping with Halloween atmosphere, where a locked crypt, a sinister sculpture, and an army of resurrected ghouls promise more frights than trick-or-treaters bargained for. The film walks the tightrope between cheeky comedy and genuine chills, wrapped in the golden hues of autumn nostalgia and a dash of '80s throwback charm.