description The Monster Squad Overview
The Monster Squad is a 1987 horror comedy directed by Fred Dekker and written with Shane Black. The story involves a team of children battling classic Universal Monsters, specifically led by Count Dracula, who threaten global domination. Tri-Star Pictures released the film on August 14, 1987, with Peter Hyams and Rob Cohen as executive producers.
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info The Monster Squad Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1987 |
help The Monster Squad FAQ
When was The Monster Squad released?
The Monster Squad was released by Tri-Star Pictures in August 1987. Fred Dekker directed the film and co-wrote it with Shane Black.
Which monsters appear in The Monster Squad?
The children face classic Universal Monsters led by Count Dracula. The film also brings in familiar figures including Frankenstein’s monster, the Wolf Man, the Mummy, and the Gill-man.
What is the plot of The Monster Squad?
A group of children discovers that Dracula and the other monsters threaten global domination. They must use an old amulet and a ritual to stop the monsters before the deadline arrives.
Who is The Monster Squad aimed at?
It is a horror comedy built around children, but it includes genuine monster danger and scary imagery. The combination of kid adventure, Universal Monsters, and Shane Black-style humor gives it a strong family-adventure structure with darker edges.
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