Neither scary nor particularly funny.
The Monster Squad (1987)
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Reviews Counted: 15
Fresh: 8
Rotten:7
Average Rating: 5.4/10
Runtime: 82 mins
Genre: Comedies
Synopsis: Thriller for the younger set about a bunch of kids who stumble upon a talisman, which is being sought by five monsters (Dracula, Frankenstein, the Wolfman, the Mummy, and yes--Gill Man). The monsters need the charm, because it will give... Thriller for the younger set about a bunch of kids who stumble upon a talisman, which is being sought by five monsters (Dracula, Frankenstein, the Wolfman, the Mummy, and yes--Gill Man). The monsters need the charm, because it will give them the power to live longer, but can they retrieve it from the lads, who are also aware of its abilities? [More]
Starring: Andre Gower, Duncan Regehr, Ashley Bank, Ryan Lambert
Starring: Andre Gower, Duncan Regehr, Ashley Bank, Ryan Lambert, Tom Noonan, Stan Shaw, Stephen Macht
Director: Fred Dekker
Director: Fred Dekker
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Release:
Jul 24, 2007
DVD Features:
- Keep Case
- Widescreen
Audio:
- Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround - English
- Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo - English
- Subtitles - English, Spanish - Optional
Additional Release Material:
- Audio Commentary - Fred Dekker - Director/Writer; Andre Gower; Ryan Lambert, Ashley Bank
- Deleted Scenes
- Featurette - Monster Squade Forever - 5-Part Retrospective Featuring New Interviews With Fred Dekker - Director & Actors Andre Gower, Ryan Lambert, Ashely Bank, Duncan Regehr, Tom Noonan
- Trailer - Original Theatrical Trailer
- TV Spot
Text/Photo Galleries:
- Still Gallery
Reviews for The Monster Squad
For a movie so aesthetically on the ball, it's a shame the screenplay is not the least bit industrious.
It can be a bit scary for the youngest of viewers, but it's a fun ride nonetheless, for new and old fans alike.
I'm sure all the Monster Squad enthusiasts will be absolutely thrilled with the package Lionsgate has put together here.
Remains a true horror classic for nearly twenty years because it reaches down deep in to horror fans desires...
unbridled fun for every kid who ever daydreamed about kicking monster ass.
Dekker plays around imaginatively with the genre while delivering several nice touches.
A silly attempt to crossbreed an Our Gang comedy with a classic horror film, which usually means that both genres have reached the end of the line.
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