Tedfoldol everything you have heard about this movie is true.

Dorathen Better Late Then Never

Doomtomylo a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.

Rio Hayward All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

Horst in Translation ([email protected]) "The Halloween That Almost Wasn't" is a 24-minute Halloween television special from over 25 years ago that actually won an Emmy in a category where it basically only went against competition that also came from this film here. But I must say the Emmy win is fine. It is among the best aspects of the film easily. The acting is okay all in all, but the script is not too great. I know it tries to be 100% comedy and never scary, so it's suitable for young audiences too, but it does rarely work as a comedy I must say. It just wasn't funny enough as a whole. This is particularly disappointing as basically all the people working on this one, be it Judd Hirsch shortly before his Oscar nomination, the other actors or the writer and director, they were all pretty experienced in the world or film when this was made. All in all, not as good of a watch as I had hoped. Thumbs down and I can't recommend it.

James Matthews I saw this special back in 1979, but at age 17 I was at least 10 years too old for it. Not that Halloween specials are known for their sophisticated humor, but this one manages to be inept even by that standard.THAT thing won an Emmy? It must have been a very weak year. This is for you if you're so young that you think showing four actors running fast-forward is clever. Showing people repeatedly swinging on a rope unsuccessfully definitely has its limits, even for slapstick. The appearance of the little kids at the climax was especially shameless. (I know they're supposed to seem "cute" and all, but call me WC Fields.)I know that Judd Hirsch and Mariette Hartley were talented comedians, but here those talents are definitely wasted. I must have seen a different show from what these other reviewers saw.Urrgh.

Thecatandthebat One of the best movies bring back fond memories. I was 5 when it was re-released and it is fun to watch as a family. And although a little corny. I do believe that the whole family would enjoy watching it. It is short enough for little kids to stay interested. And it is funny for kids and teens. And brings back reminiscent times for adults. Plus you don't have to worry about what it is rated like most of the movies today. I have just recently seen it again and it is just as good as I remembered. And you will probably want to see it more then once. I know I sure did. Although now it is a bit hard to find. I would check pleases that sell used VHS. Also other places too. Since it was only once released to my knowledge.

Leila I love this short film--it is hilarious, fun, witty, and also seems to get me excited about Halloween. Judd Hirsch is so funny, and he's a perfect Dracula. The rest of the cast is also great and they do a superb job at poking fun at the typical Hollywood monster.This movie is a must-see, and I've loved it since I first saw it about 12 years ago.