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Halloweentown (1998)

6.8/10 ยท 613 votes 1h 24m g ComedyFantasyAdventureTv-movieFamily

#62 of 123 films from 1998 #1159 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Duwayne Dunham ยท Written by Paul Bernbaum, Ali Marie Matheson, Jon Cooksey

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Overview

On her 13th birthday, Marnie learns she's a witch, discovers a secret portal, and is transported to Halloweentown โ€” a magical place where ghosts and ghouls, witches and werewolves live apart from the human world. But she soon finds herself battling wicked warlocks, evil curses, and endless surprises.

Cast

Debbie Reynoldsas Aggie Cromwell
Kimberly J. Brownas Marnie Piper
Judith Hoagas Gwen Piper
Joey Zimmermanas Dylan Piper
Phillip Van Dykeas Luke
Emily Roeskeas Sophie Piper
Robin Thomasas Calabar
Rino Romanoas Benny (voice)
Shannon Dayas Aerobics Instructor
J.W. Crawfordas Dentist-Creature
Jordyn F. Fieldsas Friend #1
Elizabeth Fugereas Friend #2
Nurmi Husaas Frankenstein
Johnny Useldingeras Ghost

Facts

Release dateNovember 10, 1998
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) โ€” shorter as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Adventure, Tv-movie, Family
LanguageEN
IMDbtt0173886

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Questions

How long is Halloweentown?
Halloweentown runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Halloweentown worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 613 votes, which places it #62 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 50%) and #1159 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Halloweentown?
Halloweentown was directed by Duwayne Dunham. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993).
Who stars in Halloweentown?
Debbie Reynolds as Aggie Cromwell; Kimberly J. Brown as Marnie Piper; Judith Hoag as Gwen Piper; Joey Zimmerman as Dylan Piper; Phillip Van Dyke as Luke; Emily Roeske as Sophie Piper.
What is Halloweentown rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Halloweentown?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/93544.

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