The Town Without Halloween (2024) Movie Script
(film reel spinning)
(eerie music)
(spooky music)
- So how's practice?
- I don't wanna
talk about it.
- Are you sure?
I know you've been studying
the playbook like crazy.
Yeah and I said I don't
wanna talk about it.
Will you just drop it?
- Okay, dropping it.
You were supposed to catch that.
I wasn't even looking.
Jerk.
(spooky music)
Watch this.
(pumpkin squishing)
- What'd you do that for?
- Oh, liven up.
They made 'em for us to smash.
Your turn.
(pumpkin squishing)
That was awesome.
Let's go though.
I gotta get home to dinner.
Hey Kyle.
Go long.
Hey, that was a sure fire
touchdown Mr. Butterfingers.
You threw it too high.
You could have easily caught that.
Looks like you're gonna
have to go get that.
No, I'm not going in there.
You're the one that dropped it.
(dramatic music)
(eerie music)
Hey bro.
There's a light coming from this hole.
- Pick that thing up.
- No way you do it.
What the heck is that?
I wouldn't do that.
It may bite.
- It didn't even move.
- Don't get too close.
- It's nothing.
Oh, the thing slimed me.
No, it's not funny, dude.
Oh God.
This stuff smells.
Stop laughing, Let's just get out of here.
(dramatic music)
(eerie music)
(creature growls)
(eerie music begins)
(eerie music continues)
(eerie music continues)
(eerie music ends)
(wind howling)
(eerie music)
Did you achieve the objective?
Yes.
Ouch.
Bit again.
(creatures howling)
Scram!
They're becoming increasingly
hostile with each capture.
I'm working on a concoction
to counteract this.
Put it with the rest.
(eerie music)
[Doorbell] There's something
really spooky in here.
What did I tell you?
I was afraid it was gonna like pop out
or something like scare us.
Where does he get this stuff?
(upbeat rock music)
Oh, sick.
I can't even watch anymore.
My favorite part is coming up.
- Breakfast time bitches.
- This is the best stuff ever.
Hey Mrs. Dandridge.
We are just watching a
documentary about Appalachia
for fall break credit.
Yeah. For school.
Mom, I can do that.
Oh no. You just have
fun watching your movie.
You want me to put the stuff away for you?
Okay.
Well there's my magazine.
Mom.
Well you guys hungry?
You want anything? I can make something.
Sandwiches.
Hamburger Helper or anything?
Burgers, crackers, anything?
We're good, mom.
I mean, it's really not a problem.
- Thanks mom.
- All right.
Well you can just enjoy
watching that documentary
or whatever you're watching.
If you need something, I'll
be downstairs all right?
(upbeat rock music)
(girls laughing)
Nice look bro, you gonna find
a new hiding spot for that?
Shut up. That wasn't mine.
Sure. Keep telling yourself that kid.
So have your Halloween
costumes picked out yet?
I'm going to be a witch.
Will Tevin ever get a girlfriend?
All signs Point to no.
Just because I predicted.
It's not funny.
I'm so excited for this
year's Halloween Festival.
I literally look forward
to it like every year.
Yeah, it should be the biggest year yet.
I heard they're going to bring in some big
musical guests this year.
- That would be so cool.
- Yeah, for sure.
Do you guys wanna finish this movie?
No, I think I'm gonna split.
I think I'm just gonna go chill
for the rest of the night.
I hear that. Catch you later.
You out to Chica?
Outty 5000. Bye.
Take it easy brother.
(dog barking)
Hey, there's our little tadpole.
Got dinner in the fridge for you, bub.
No, I'm not hungry.
Whoa. What's up?
Come sit down. Talk to us.
Come join us Tadikins,
your favorite game show's on.
Nah I can't, I got homework.
He was sure in a hurry.
Our little tadpole's growing up.
I think it might be puberty.
(eerie music)
What the?
(eerie music)
Cyrus call Kyle.
- Hey man, what's up?
- I don't know man.
But there's something
really wrong with me.
Okay.
Calm down Tad. What's going on?
What is all that commotion up there?
Just don't ask.
It's my hands, man.
They're small.
- Say what now?
- They're smaller, man.
Looks like they're shrinking.
My head is shrinking!
Tad? Tad?
Hello? Tad?
What the...
(phone ringing)
Hi Lois.
Can you come here
for a minute?
- Yes sir.
Can you make up a flyer for me?
Alerting everyone about an emergency
town hall meeting later this evening.
Any particular time?
Let's say 7:00 PM.
Give everybody time to get home from work.
- You got it.
- Good.
(phone ringing)
It's almost time.
Can you go ahead and prep the town hall
for the meeting tonight?
Yes sir. Yes sir.
Right away, sir.
Excellent. And Sneedly.
While you're at it, can you pick up my
suit from the cleaners?
You got it Mr. Mayor.
Darn this thing!
(doorbell ringing)
Well, hello Kyle.
You here to see Tad?
He's not awake yet, but why
don't you go check on him for me?
Kyle.
Hey buddy. How are you?
Good to see you.
You want one of Wendy's
extra special sticky buns?
I'm gonna pass.
I mean, they're extra sticky.
- Go on up now, Kyle.
- Okay.
Tad you in here?
Tad?
Tad?
Tad, you in there?
(eerie music)
(creature growling)
Can I tell 'em to keep it down?
No, boys will be boys and
Tad's only got so many friends.
I guess you're right.
(Kyle screaming)
(creature growling)
I like these sticky buns.
Where you going there Champ?
Supper's on.
And I thought only you got
excited about food like that.
Thank you.
Thank you.
It's because of your
donation than we build up
stronger until we rule the entire world.
But it starts here, this is our town.
(eerie music)
(creatures growling)
(eerie music)
(dramatic synth music)
He hanging with us?
I hope you don't mind if I tag along.
I was bored just sitting at the house.
I don't mind at all. Glad to have you.
Thanks man, I promise
I won't bug you too much.
It's okay little buddy. You're fine.
Come on, let's go.
(dramatic music)
(upbeat music)
It's really hard to stand up.
Try standing up.
No, seriously.
(riding toy squeaking)
Did guys see that?
Yeah, I saw it, but I
don't know what it was.
(eerie music)
What the heck are you all doing?
Thought we were gonna meet downtown.
That was the plan.
But I saw some little creature
dart off into the woods.
Yeah, we saw it going into the woods.
Are you guys sure it
wasn't just a squirrel
or a raccoon or something?
Never seen a squirrel or
raccoon look like that before.
Well, what are we waiting for then?
Let's go check it out.
Let's go.
(dramatic music)
Hey guys, I've never seen
this place before, have you?
Yeah, I've heard of it.
I think an old lady
used to live live here.
I heard that too actually.
She's supposed to have left it her son,
but I don't think he ever moved in.
Guys, guys, it went
through the hole inside.
You see it?
(eerie music)
Hey, this window's open.
I can crawl through here.
(eerie music)
It looks like someone lives here.
What a beautiful day for a misdemeanor.
This place gives me the creeps.
- Who's this girl?
- Out of your league anyway.
He looks like a pilot.
Hey, check this out.
(eerie music)
It looks like it's near
the fall festival grounds.
By Mr. Burgle's Place.
Weird.
So that's why the town
always celebrated Halloween.
Looks like it's what kept the town going.
Quick, gentlemen, take your phone
and snap a picture of this.
Something is seriously going on.
Something is gonna go down
at the town hall tonight.
Something about this is just really fishy.
Is that some sort of recipe?
You think they're gonna try
and poison everyone at
the town hall meeting?
I wouldn't rule anything
out at this point.
(Millie screaming)
Wait, was that Millie?
I thought she was in here with us.
- You okay Millie?
- I don't know.
I guess I just scared myself.
You've gotta stick with the group
next time.
- Of course you did.
Come on girl. Not again.
What a Millie thing to do.
Yeah, really.
What the heck? Did y'all hear that?
We gotta go. We gotta go.
(eerie music)
(sniffing)
(creature growling)
(attendees chattering)
This must be where the party...
Is...
Party!
You want to dance?
What kind of party is this?
It's lame!
(girls laughing)
Now we'll get this party started.
Alright girls, here's another round.
(girls laughing)
Good evening everyone.
Sorry to keep you waiting.
I think we're about ready to get underway.
I see that you've been enjoying
the refreshments back there.
That makes me very, very happy.
I know you're all probably wondering why
I brought you here tonight.
And I'm sure there are a
lot of rumors going around.
As you know, this town
has always displayed its
Halloween pride.
October is the time when
this town has always shined.
We have our fall festival,
the haunted house,
the corn maze, and our
annual Halloween parade.
It's a magical time here in our town,
one that I look forward to every year.
- No Halloween.
- None.
When the calendar
approaches October 1st,
that crisp fall air starts to blow in.
Truly, is there anything
better than the smell of
that crisp fall air?
And of course, that brings
us the delightful aromas
of Mrs. Butterstash's pumpkin pies.
Who can resist?
They're just so delicious.
And of course, all of this
makes it even more difficult
for me to say what I have to say tonight.
It is with great, great
sadness that I have to announce
that there will be no Halloween
in the town of Nimus this year.
[Audience] No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
What is wrong with you people?
Y'all love Halloween.
What's going on?
Now listen, due to budget constraints,
all Halloween festivities
are canceled this year.
(audience cheering)
That means no fall festival,
no haunted house, no pumpkin
patches, no corn maze,
no Halloween parade.
And most certainly, no trick or treating.
Costumes are so scary.
They're giving me nightmares,
I can't sleep anymore.
I lost my dentures bobbing for apples.
Halloween makes my eczema flare up.
Jack-o'-lanterns are scary.
I hate candy corn.
I hate it.
All Halloween decorations
and paraphernalia must
be removed from display
on your property by
6:00 PM tomorrow night.
If they are not, you will be fined
and the decorations will be
confiscated and destroyed.
Them punk ass kids even
toilet papered my house.
(dramatic music)
[Crowd] No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
Anyone up for some punch?
Kids, come on in if you don't mind,
please take a seat if you would please.
We're about ready to conclude our meeting.
Them Halloween lights
are making my electric bill
too damn high.
Damn straight.
They put razor blades in the candy.
Halloween gave me the diabetes.
There's all these
horror movies on the TV.
I'm scared, I gotta
sleep with my lights on.
I see a lot of empty seats out there.
Sneedly and I are going door to door
for those who are not here.
And in case you haven't
heard, we've decided
to cancel Halloween and
everything associated with it.
That's complete bullshit!
That's all we have to look
forward to every year.
Young man.
Watch your tone.
This is in effect now.
So what are we supposed to
do with all these decorations?
We bought all of them and
the carnival's coming in.
As stated before,
all Halloween activities
are hereby banned.
And that goes into effect immediately.
If Halloween related
items aren't surrendered
by 6:00 PM tomorrow night,
there will be consequences.
Our enforcement team will be patrolling
and anyone caught disobeying the ordinance
will be dealt with.
Meeting adjourned.
(gavel banging)
(eerie music)
Stop, stop, stop.
(women screaming)
That's good.
You're not getting none
of my juice, baby...
This party blows.
I knew they were into some weird crap.
But this is on another level.
It's like we're in an episode
of the Twilight Zone or something.
Yeah. Really.
Thank God my parents never
come to these things.
Are your parents here?
- No.
Alright Peggy, you've had enough.
Okay. I'm going home.
There's my dad.
Hey Dad.
Dad.
Hey dad.
Dad, what happened?
What happened?
(eerie music)
I don't think this is working out.
What are we gonna do now?
We look forward to Halloween all year.
That's all I know.
There's something going on
and we have to figure it out.
Our parents and the towns folk
aren't in their right minds.
Something in that book
is causing this chaos.
But why?
Notice Sneedly leave the room?
Yeah, I did.
And then a man in a dark cloak whispered
something in the mayor's ear.
It was almost like some kind of spell.
Yeah bro. We gotta save Halloween.
Yeah a lot of good that will do.
The mayor's lackeys are out in full force.
This is all connected somehow,
the punch, the creepy dude in the cloak.
That creature.
We gotta figure it out.
We gotta connect the dots
and see the full picture.
Okay, Nancy Drew.
Well what are you implying?
You still have those photos
saved on your phone, right?
- Most definitely.
- Good.
What do y'all say to meeting
up at my house at 10 tonight?
- Sounds good.
- Count me in.
- Can I come too?
- You're a little too young.
But I'm good at solving puzzles.
That's definitely a strength we need.
Alright. You're good.
Sounds like a plan.
Alright, let's go.
(eerie music)
You must surrender your
Halloween decorations.
This is mandatory, is not voluntary.
Attention.
Citizens of Niahmas.
Halloween has been abolished.
Surrender your Halloween decorations.
This is mandatory.
This is not voluntary.
What's going on around here?
Seems like a ghost town.
Hey, Lux.
- Murray.
What do you want?
Mommy lock you out the house again.
That's not funny, man.
I'll stuff you in a trash can again.
Whoa there big bub, not
looking for any trouble.
What the heck happened to you?
I got jumped by some creature.
Sure looks like it, must
have crawled out of a dumpster.
- Funny.
- No, I'm serious.
Look, Tad called me in a frantic.
And when I went over to
check on him, he was gone.
Just like vanished.
I looked all around his room.
Then all of a sudden this
little creature attacked me.
I was lucky to get out.
Yeah. Put your shirt back down.
Nobody wants to see that.
Anyways. What the heck is going on?
You didn't hear?
The mayor canceled Halloween.
- Do what now?
- Yeah.
Everyone has to give up
their Halloween decorations.
The carnival, parade, corn maze
and the haunted house canceled.
Are you serious?
How can you even do that?
So this creature, what did it look like?
It was slimy.
It's eyes glowed this bright color.
You know what?
I think we saw one earlier today.
Go to that old house in the woods.
The weird thing is it had a mullet.
And I could have sworn
that it screamed Tadpole
when it lunged at me.
Weird.
Something's really going on in this town
and we're trying to put it all together.
We're meeting at Tevin's at 10.
You should come with us and
tell them what happened.
Nah, I don't think they want me there.
Anything to help solve this
mystery they'll be okay with.
Well, if you guys insist I'm down.
Well, first you need to get cleaned up.
I'm sure Lux has some clothes
you can get changed into.
Sounds great. Thanks guys.
Just don't try any funny stuff.
You got it.
Hey, do you mind if we drop
by my house real quick?
Kinda gotta pick up my bike.
(eerie music)
(creature growling)
Welcome to Esther's
True Crime Power Hour.
If you've been here before,
you know you're all my babies.
Today we will discuss Glenda
Marris, a Kentucky woman
who decapitated her husband
for not taking out the trash.
- Hey hon.
- There's something
really weird going on around here.
I was just at the town hall meeting
and they were screaming,
everyone is acting so strange
and fighting and Dad was there.
- What's going on?
- He didn't look right
at all Mom.
And he was.
Honey, calm down.
It's okay.
I wondered where he was.
He had this stuff
coming out of his mouth
and he was shaking and I
don't know what's going on.
Oh honey.
It's okay.
Hon is that you?
Mom, don't go in there.
Mom, don't go.
Don't go over there.
Mom!
Mom!
(dishes rattling)
Honey?
Honey?
Honey?
Are are you okay?
Honey?
Are you okay?
You want me to fix you something to eat?
Yes!
(mom screaming)
We gotta get out here,
something wrong with your father.
(eerie music)
Dad?
(eerie music)
(creature growling)
Barry?
(eerie music)
Mom!
(eerie music)
Well, it looks like our
meeting was a success after all.
I have to admit, I
certainly had my doubts.
But you were absolutely right.
I couldn't have been more wrong.
Yes, of course.
Why would you even doubt me?
Just so much pressure to
meet the objective, I guess.
Can you believe all the
fools in this town thinking
we're doing this for the
betterment of the city?
Gosh,
The spirit of Halloween is almost ours.
And the serum worked better
than I ever imagined.
This town.
You know, it's not easy to
destroy something you have spent
so long building up, but it must be done.
All of these years have
led us to this very moment.
We must find the artifact at all costs.
Don't worry, I have it all covered.
Never again will I doubt you.
And I have something for you, sir.
Oh?
Good, what is it?
Tadpole!
The chosen one.
He has great powers and
a really funky haircut.
- Isn't he delightful?
- Delightful.
(creature burping)
Be sure to keep 'em
separate from the others.
Yes, of course.
(creature burping)
Tadpole!
Hey Tevin.
What the heck are you doing here?
Yeah, he's cool. He's with us.
He had a run in with one of those things.
Well, the more the merrier I guess.
(eerie music)
You guys hungry?
My mom made sandwiches.
- I want one.
- Aw Twebby Webby.
You want your hammy sammies?
Is that what you wanted for lunch?
I want a hammy Sammy.
Millie, can you hand me a hammy Sammy?
Give you a hammy Sammy.
- No ketchup please.
- We should get serious.
One for you.
Thank you.
One for you. No ketchup.
Thank you.
This sandwich has chips on it.
Who would've thought?
But anyway, Millie, can you text Jenlin
and see if you can get
those photos she took?
Yeah.
You get her?
I hope she's okay.
It's not like her to not show up.
(eerie music)
Looks like it says something.
Quick, pull up Yuble
Translate into what it says.
How does that stuff even work?
- AI is crazy these days.
- Weird.
Check this out.
It's some sort of poem or something.
Beneath the town of pumpkin lights.
Where Halloween's enchantment
takes its flights,
lies an artifact of ancient fame.
The spirit of Halloween,
its mystical name.
Whispers of tales from days
of your, of tricks and treats
and so much more within its depths.
Magic does reside a timeless
essence that none can hide
underneath cobblestone streets.
It sleeps guarded by secrets
that the town keeps a relic of spirits.
Hauntingly grand weaved
into the traditions
of this festive land.
When moonlight bays the October skies,
the artifact awakens,
no need for disguise.
It weaves its charm
through laughter and fears.
Bringing the essence of Halloween near.
From masquerades to ghostly parades,
the spirits touch in every cascade.
A town steeped in tradition.
So fine, with the artifact's
magic forever intertwined.
So remember, as the Halloween winds blow
and that town where
pumpkins a glow, the spirit
of Halloween, ancient and
rare, weaves its enchantment.
A tale to share.
Well, what's that supposed to mean?
I think it's some sort of riddle.
Like something's buried beneath the town.
How'd you get that from all of that?
I'm just helpful.
That's why Lux likes when
I go to the escape rooms
with him, I just know stuff.
You're a right kid.
Smart kid.
That's for sure, I would
not have figured that out.
It's nothing bro.
Those are some ugly looking things.
You got that right.
You should have seen the one
that attacked me back at Tad's.
I could have sworn that
it screamed tadpole
when it lunged at me.
Now that I think about it, it
had a mullet like Tad's too.
And these are exactly what we saw.
It's just strange
that there's no mythology
about them anywhere except for
in that book we found.
Maybe Tad is connected in some way.
The way that the trees are drawn.
It looks so familiar.
Too familiar.
Almost like it's some sort of landmark.
I think you're right Murray.
It's at the Whipple Snapper Graveyard.
Whippledorf?
Okay. Yeah, whatever.
The Whippledorf graveyard.
That's where the haunted house is.
And that's where it should be.
How can you be so sure?
Hey, remember when I fell out of a tree
and I didn't tell anybody
'cause I knew I would get in trouble?
Well, that was the witches tree
and that's where it should be.
Well, that's a start.
Millie message Jen Lyn and
fill her in on our findings.
With any luck we'll get
to the bottom of this.
(eerie music)
Once upon a midnight
dreary while I pondered weak
and weary of a many acquaint
and curious volume of forgotten lore.
While I nodded.
Nearly napping.
Suddenly there came a tapping
of someone gently wrapping.
Wrapping at my chamber
door, 'tis some visitor
I muttered, tapping at my chamber door.
Only this and nothing more.
Oh!
Ronnie, you frightened me
while I'm polishing my beaver.
Stop being so dramatic.
Oh, why am I still talking like that?
Oh, I swear you're gonna gimme
a real heart attack one of these days.
You know big people have
heart problems, don't you?
Can you just go pack me up
a half pound of lizard tails
for the only order we've gotten all week?
Okay.
- Thank you Ronnie.
Uncle Rosie.
Jenny, what are you doing out so late?
Haven't you seen what's
going on around here?
Yes, I know.
Were you at the town hall meeting?
You know I'm not
allowed at the town hall.
They think I'm a devil worshiper.
I mean, where would they
get that stupid idea?
They're acting all weird.
They were fighting and
screaming and dad was there
and he had this blue stuff
coming out of his mouth.
Let me guess.
He fell off the wagon, got drunk,
tumpped something over, fell down a hill.
No, it was nothing like that.
He came home and he locked
himself in the bathroom
and we heard a loud crash.
And when we went in there, he was gone.
His clothes were all over
the floor with this on them.
Oh.
What is, oh.
Does your mom even know you're out?
No, I snuck out while
she's talking to the police.
I mean, I'm gonna meet up with my friends.
I have some pictures on my
phone you might wanna see.
What?
What am I even looking at?
What?
Oh, where's that one?
Look Jenny, just go in the back
and make a plan for what we need to do.
We need to keep you all safe.
You can't be running around town.
Alright, let's go.
(creature growling)
Come on. Hurry up.
They're gonna leave us.
(creature growling)
(eerie music)
What was that thing?
Kind of looked like your mom.
- Not funny.
- Thought it was funny.
Well it wasn't.
It does look different. It had wings.
Like it's evolving into
different creatures or something.
Millie, have you heard
anything else from Jen Lyn?
No, last thing I heard
she went over to Rosie's
to fill him in on our findings.
That dude is so strange.
You're telling me,
when I went over there,
I thought he was gonna chop my head off
with a samurai sword.
He's got some cool stuff in there.
Yeah, but just random stuff.
I mean, what does a samurai sword
have to do with the occult?
I'm sure it's some
ancient art somewhere.
I've seen stranger things happen.
Alright, well I'm gonna go check it out.
You guys coming?
(eerie music)
Is it that way?
No, not that way. This way.
- Are you sure?
- Yeah.
I'm always the first one outta this thing.
Okay.
(dramatic music)
Guys, something's glowing.
What's that smell?
I don't know, but it's horrible.
Smells like that stuff
that that creature that slimed Tad with.
- Squiggle.
- What?
The creature's called Squiggle.
Who comes up with this stuff?
I think I see something.
(creature whimpering)
Wow, those creatures came
out of a hole just like that.
Is that the?
Squeblin?
You guys?
I think we're too late.
What makes you say that?
They have it.
They have the spirit of Halloween.
How do you know what that is?
Millie, hand me your phone.
See it looked just like that.
So what does that mean?
Well, judging from the poem,
it won't be heaven on earth.
Mass chaos.
We should probably tell
Jennlin what happened.
- Yeah.
- Tell Jennlin what?
Come on, we'll fill you in later.
You're going against the ordinance.
Get out!
This haunt is closed.
(creature growling)
(dramatic music)
(eerie music)
(fire crackling)
(wolves howling)
(eerie music)
(fire crackling)
Ahh.
(Zaps)
So what all did you learn at Rosie's?
He said this town has a
long history with Halloween.
He said it was chosen
like hundreds of years ago
for a special reason.
It has to do with the location of the town
and the moon cycle.
So the mayor is trying
to steal the spirit
of Halloween.
But why?
I mean what's stronger
than the spirit of Halloween?
Right?
I mean maybe Christmas,
but what is the mayor trying to do
with all its power from its spirit?
So that thing the creature
has that holds the spirit.
What does that even mean?
I mean think about it.
If the mayor holds all the power
and then cancels Halloween,
the spirit can't be released
throughout the town.
He harnesses all of its power.
But what's he trying to do with it?
Your guess is as good as mine.
So where are all these squidlins?
Oh, squeblins.
Squeblins going after they change?
I don't even know.
Maybe we should just
like follow 'em around.
Listen guys, just too
many unanswered questions
and the sun will be up soon.
Maybe we should all meet up
at Rosie's tomorrow morning
and he can help us out
with a plan or something.
Sounds good.
See you guys in the morning.
Alright, well I'll
crash here for tonight.
- Alright. Yeah.
- Can I stay too?
Just let it go.
(wolves howling)
The time is drawing near.
Soon, the ultimate power will be ours.
Indeed. Indeed.
Then we will reign supreme
and spread our army like a
wildfire across the land.
And your years of research
will finally pay off
as we are able to harness the power
that your ancestors could not grasp.
It has alluded us for generations,
but now we possess it.
Within hours, we will
be completely fulfilled.
We will be the future.
Yes, yes.
(eerie music)
More salt.
(cans rattling)
(door creaking)
No, no, no.
Soups On!
No soup for you.
Get out.
Alright boy, let's get 'em.
Get out of here you little booger.
You about to get the junior hockey league.
Stop right here.
Yeah!
(Sizzling)
Salt.
Salt melts 'em just like a slug.
I've never done that, it's kind of gross.
You better not send any
of your buddies after me.
I got plenty more where that came from.
(dramatic music)
You've served me well my friend.
But that's what I'm talking about.
(dramatic music)
Uncle Rosie.
Uncle Rosie. Are you in here?
Uncle Rosie.
- Where's Millie at?
- Her mom was freaking out
about the ordinances.
She made her stay home.
Uncle Rosie.
(Kyle Screams)
Did you guys put that there?
Real funny guys.
Nice scream man.
Uncle Rosie.
I don't know where he is.
Couldn't have gone far, it
looks like this just happened.
What is that? Some sort of slime.
It's the same slime that
was on my dad's clothes.
From those creatures you think?
Or what's left of it.
Looks like the salt melted it.
How on earth would salt melt it?
Have you ever seen what happens
when you pour salt on a slug?
It shrivels up and melts just like that.
Which makes sense whenever
you put salt on it,
it dries out and melts.
So they do have a weakness.
Looks like we're gonna
need a heck of a lot of salt.
Looks like it's time for a grocery run.
Anyone got some money?
None.
Lux did you raid your piggy bank?
No he's just saving
up for a four-wheeler.
Thanks man.
Let's go.
Guys, look.
Going somewhere, children?
We were just coming
to see if anyone's heard
anything about Tad.
No word yet, unfortunately.
You really shouldn't be here.
City hall is closed while
the ordinance is in place.
Run along.
(dramatic music)
Have you found the location?
Yes sir.
That barn at the old Cedar Mill Farm.
It will be the prime
location when the moon is at
its fullest tonight.
Excellent.
And we should prepare our ritual robes.
The Almighty will be pleased.
Yes, I'll prepare them.
Those rotten kids were
wandering around outside.
Well did you get rid of them?
- Certainly did.
- Good.
We don't need anything foiling our plans.
The Almighty has worked
very hard for this night.
We gather at 11:00 PM in preparation.
Yes sir.
(dramatic music)
(Creature growls)
(Eerie Music)
What are you doing to me baby?
You messing me up.
Yeah.
Not that up.
Just messed up.
But I love you 'cause you
are sweet mountain juice,
sweet mountain juice.
I just love my mountain
juice with my special flask.
I stole it.
But that don't matter now
because you've been with me.
What?
What you done to me?
(Creature Laughing)
Scared, scary.
You know what?
No. Why?
Oh no.
Okay.
Oh boy.
I like to examine that sometimes though.
What you eat, it makes the
food taste better somehow.
I don't know why.
That's what I've heard anyway.
It's got everything you need
with my buddy and my buddy
here and my dog food.
Whoa.
(creature growling)
-House Call
(man screaming)
(dramatic music)
- Lame!
- Hey, it's all they had left.
(dramatic music)
(wind howling)
(eerie music)
In the embrace of shadows
where enchantment is spun.
I call upon cosmic power, a
dance beneath the moon and sun.
Samhain's chorus resounds
a banshee's haunting cry,
fires breath intertwines
with winds whispers high.
Looks like some sort
of ritual or something.
Eternal flames of magic surge.
A waltz of ethereal grace.
Halloween spirit earthly seekers embrace.
I'll sneak around the back.
You guys keep an eye out on the woods.
Kyle, you can be the bait.
Mystic energies converge
in the heart of this night.
A tapestry woven of starlight.
A spell binding flight.
(creature hissing)
(Millie Gasps)
Gora Heshamn's legacy.
Halloween's pulsating gore,
an alliance of wind, rain, earth and fire.
(dramatic music)
(creature growling)
Gotta get free!
Get off my brother, you slimeball!
Say hello to my slimy mulleted friend.
- No, no, no.
- Squeblin brothers.
Stop him.
It was his idea.
No, no, no.
(creatures growling)
Yes, Squeblin brothers.
The spirit is ours.
I foresee this day
not ending well for you.
I will harness the power and
defeat everyone in my path.
No!
Nice try.
The ritual will be fulfilled.
We will rule the night.
Ah!
Die!
(creature growling)
Trick or treat slime balls.
That's what the Native Americans
called the, oh Hell No.
They're way worse than the little ones.
(creature laughing)
Oh No! It's Shuckles!
We must retreat, Squeblin Brothers!
(creature howling)
(Wind Blowing)
My true form is quicker as you can see.
You'll never defeat me!
Guys, guys, come on.
It's going down.
You kids will pay for
this. This was our night!
Time to repent of
your sins or some shit.
This is our town.
Whatever mumbo jumbo you got going
on is not happening.
- Oh, what is that thing?
- Looks like
what Murray left in the toilet last week
after we went to Taco Hut.
Well this has been an
interesting Halloween.
Starting the party without me?
It's okay. It's okay.
It's Tad. It's Tad.
Well that's an improvement at least.
- He's kind of cute though.
- Tadpole!
In a creepy creature kind of way.
Go Home!
Are you okay?
Do we need to go to the hospital?
Yeah, I'm fine Mom.
Just a little tired.
Let's go ahead and get you home.
Alright, come on girls.
Tad? Tad?
Tad, where are you?
Okay, before we get
all hysterical on me,
just promise me you won't freak out.
Freak OUT!
Tad, you can come out now.
Tadpole!
Before you touch him,
there are certain rules.
First one, don't touch him without gloves.
If he slimes you, you'll
become just like him.
And the second one is, you know what,
who cares about the rules?
Just love each other.
GO HOME!
Come here Taddy.
Kyle, Tevin. Are you both okay?
Yeah, we're okay.
We just saved the world.
I just heard your mom's still on shift.
I came here to get you guys.
So come on. Come with me.
[Tad] Tadpole hungry.
Tadpole Bite Bites.
Rosie.
We can't thank you enough
for kicking their butts.
That's just what I do, boys.
I'm always gonna protect this town.
And you, Mister,
I thought you would never talk again.
Guess I just didn't
have anything to say.
Well, I thought you were
a mute this whole time.
I get that a lot.
Good job boys.
(upbeat music)
Whoa whoa, you kids slow down.
Happy Halloween.
Oh yes ladies and gentlemen,
we are now celebrating the one year
eradication of the Squeblins.
So come on out and dance your blues away.
(crowd chattering)
Oh my gosh girl! You just won!
You got a problem?
(upbeat music)
No guys, it's just me.
I got a new gig. What do you think?
Nice ride.
So you're telling me
you actually passed your
driver's test and somebody
actually trusts you to drive.
Yeah.
Passed with flying colors too.
Have you guys seen Murray?
Yeah, he was volunteering
at the haunted house already.
Ooh, let's get in
there before it closes.
Craziest stuff just happened.
It was all of a sudden.
(kids screaming)
(creatures growling)
Taco Tuesday!
Get off me!
Did you see that kid pee earlier?
He should start his own streaming service.
(creatures growling)
Yearly tradition?
Looks like it.
(upbeat music)
Show and tell all your human wreckage
Close friends are your enemies
Wrap it up in a pretty package
So you can change your identities
Turn anything you want
Into anyone you wish to be
Do anything to keep away
There's a place in the
world that's been erased
(eerie music begins)
(eerie music continues)
(eerie music ends)
(eerie music)
(spooky music)
- So how's practice?
- I don't wanna
talk about it.
- Are you sure?
I know you've been studying
the playbook like crazy.
Yeah and I said I don't
wanna talk about it.
Will you just drop it?
- Okay, dropping it.
You were supposed to catch that.
I wasn't even looking.
Jerk.
(spooky music)
Watch this.
(pumpkin squishing)
- What'd you do that for?
- Oh, liven up.
They made 'em for us to smash.
Your turn.
(pumpkin squishing)
That was awesome.
Let's go though.
I gotta get home to dinner.
Hey Kyle.
Go long.
Hey, that was a sure fire
touchdown Mr. Butterfingers.
You threw it too high.
You could have easily caught that.
Looks like you're gonna
have to go get that.
No, I'm not going in there.
You're the one that dropped it.
(dramatic music)
(eerie music)
Hey bro.
There's a light coming from this hole.
- Pick that thing up.
- No way you do it.
What the heck is that?
I wouldn't do that.
It may bite.
- It didn't even move.
- Don't get too close.
- It's nothing.
Oh, the thing slimed me.
No, it's not funny, dude.
Oh God.
This stuff smells.
Stop laughing, Let's just get out of here.
(dramatic music)
(eerie music)
(creature growls)
(eerie music begins)
(eerie music continues)
(eerie music continues)
(eerie music ends)
(wind howling)
(eerie music)
Did you achieve the objective?
Yes.
Ouch.
Bit again.
(creatures howling)
Scram!
They're becoming increasingly
hostile with each capture.
I'm working on a concoction
to counteract this.
Put it with the rest.
(eerie music)
[Doorbell] There's something
really spooky in here.
What did I tell you?
I was afraid it was gonna like pop out
or something like scare us.
Where does he get this stuff?
(upbeat rock music)
Oh, sick.
I can't even watch anymore.
My favorite part is coming up.
- Breakfast time bitches.
- This is the best stuff ever.
Hey Mrs. Dandridge.
We are just watching a
documentary about Appalachia
for fall break credit.
Yeah. For school.
Mom, I can do that.
Oh no. You just have
fun watching your movie.
You want me to put the stuff away for you?
Okay.
Well there's my magazine.
Mom.
Well you guys hungry?
You want anything? I can make something.
Sandwiches.
Hamburger Helper or anything?
Burgers, crackers, anything?
We're good, mom.
I mean, it's really not a problem.
- Thanks mom.
- All right.
Well you can just enjoy
watching that documentary
or whatever you're watching.
If you need something, I'll
be downstairs all right?
(upbeat rock music)
(girls laughing)
Nice look bro, you gonna find
a new hiding spot for that?
Shut up. That wasn't mine.
Sure. Keep telling yourself that kid.
So have your Halloween
costumes picked out yet?
I'm going to be a witch.
Will Tevin ever get a girlfriend?
All signs Point to no.
Just because I predicted.
It's not funny.
I'm so excited for this
year's Halloween Festival.
I literally look forward
to it like every year.
Yeah, it should be the biggest year yet.
I heard they're going to bring in some big
musical guests this year.
- That would be so cool.
- Yeah, for sure.
Do you guys wanna finish this movie?
No, I think I'm gonna split.
I think I'm just gonna go chill
for the rest of the night.
I hear that. Catch you later.
You out to Chica?
Outty 5000. Bye.
Take it easy brother.
(dog barking)
Hey, there's our little tadpole.
Got dinner in the fridge for you, bub.
No, I'm not hungry.
Whoa. What's up?
Come sit down. Talk to us.
Come join us Tadikins,
your favorite game show's on.
Nah I can't, I got homework.
He was sure in a hurry.
Our little tadpole's growing up.
I think it might be puberty.
(eerie music)
What the?
(eerie music)
Cyrus call Kyle.
- Hey man, what's up?
- I don't know man.
But there's something
really wrong with me.
Okay.
Calm down Tad. What's going on?
What is all that commotion up there?
Just don't ask.
It's my hands, man.
They're small.
- Say what now?
- They're smaller, man.
Looks like they're shrinking.
My head is shrinking!
Tad? Tad?
Hello? Tad?
What the...
(phone ringing)
Hi Lois.
Can you come here
for a minute?
- Yes sir.
Can you make up a flyer for me?
Alerting everyone about an emergency
town hall meeting later this evening.
Any particular time?
Let's say 7:00 PM.
Give everybody time to get home from work.
- You got it.
- Good.
(phone ringing)
It's almost time.
Can you go ahead and prep the town hall
for the meeting tonight?
Yes sir. Yes sir.
Right away, sir.
Excellent. And Sneedly.
While you're at it, can you pick up my
suit from the cleaners?
You got it Mr. Mayor.
Darn this thing!
(doorbell ringing)
Well, hello Kyle.
You here to see Tad?
He's not awake yet, but why
don't you go check on him for me?
Kyle.
Hey buddy. How are you?
Good to see you.
You want one of Wendy's
extra special sticky buns?
I'm gonna pass.
I mean, they're extra sticky.
- Go on up now, Kyle.
- Okay.
Tad you in here?
Tad?
Tad?
Tad, you in there?
(eerie music)
(creature growling)
Can I tell 'em to keep it down?
No, boys will be boys and
Tad's only got so many friends.
I guess you're right.
(Kyle screaming)
(creature growling)
I like these sticky buns.
Where you going there Champ?
Supper's on.
And I thought only you got
excited about food like that.
Thank you.
Thank you.
It's because of your
donation than we build up
stronger until we rule the entire world.
But it starts here, this is our town.
(eerie music)
(creatures growling)
(eerie music)
(dramatic synth music)
He hanging with us?
I hope you don't mind if I tag along.
I was bored just sitting at the house.
I don't mind at all. Glad to have you.
Thanks man, I promise
I won't bug you too much.
It's okay little buddy. You're fine.
Come on, let's go.
(dramatic music)
(upbeat music)
It's really hard to stand up.
Try standing up.
No, seriously.
(riding toy squeaking)
Did guys see that?
Yeah, I saw it, but I
don't know what it was.
(eerie music)
What the heck are you all doing?
Thought we were gonna meet downtown.
That was the plan.
But I saw some little creature
dart off into the woods.
Yeah, we saw it going into the woods.
Are you guys sure it
wasn't just a squirrel
or a raccoon or something?
Never seen a squirrel or
raccoon look like that before.
Well, what are we waiting for then?
Let's go check it out.
Let's go.
(dramatic music)
Hey guys, I've never seen
this place before, have you?
Yeah, I've heard of it.
I think an old lady
used to live live here.
I heard that too actually.
She's supposed to have left it her son,
but I don't think he ever moved in.
Guys, guys, it went
through the hole inside.
You see it?
(eerie music)
Hey, this window's open.
I can crawl through here.
(eerie music)
It looks like someone lives here.
What a beautiful day for a misdemeanor.
This place gives me the creeps.
- Who's this girl?
- Out of your league anyway.
He looks like a pilot.
Hey, check this out.
(eerie music)
It looks like it's near
the fall festival grounds.
By Mr. Burgle's Place.
Weird.
So that's why the town
always celebrated Halloween.
Looks like it's what kept the town going.
Quick, gentlemen, take your phone
and snap a picture of this.
Something is seriously going on.
Something is gonna go down
at the town hall tonight.
Something about this is just really fishy.
Is that some sort of recipe?
You think they're gonna try
and poison everyone at
the town hall meeting?
I wouldn't rule anything
out at this point.
(Millie screaming)
Wait, was that Millie?
I thought she was in here with us.
- You okay Millie?
- I don't know.
I guess I just scared myself.
You've gotta stick with the group
next time.
- Of course you did.
Come on girl. Not again.
What a Millie thing to do.
Yeah, really.
What the heck? Did y'all hear that?
We gotta go. We gotta go.
(eerie music)
(sniffing)
(creature growling)
(attendees chattering)
This must be where the party...
Is...
Party!
You want to dance?
What kind of party is this?
It's lame!
(girls laughing)
Now we'll get this party started.
Alright girls, here's another round.
(girls laughing)
Good evening everyone.
Sorry to keep you waiting.
I think we're about ready to get underway.
I see that you've been enjoying
the refreshments back there.
That makes me very, very happy.
I know you're all probably wondering why
I brought you here tonight.
And I'm sure there are a
lot of rumors going around.
As you know, this town
has always displayed its
Halloween pride.
October is the time when
this town has always shined.
We have our fall festival,
the haunted house,
the corn maze, and our
annual Halloween parade.
It's a magical time here in our town,
one that I look forward to every year.
- No Halloween.
- None.
When the calendar
approaches October 1st,
that crisp fall air starts to blow in.
Truly, is there anything
better than the smell of
that crisp fall air?
And of course, that brings
us the delightful aromas
of Mrs. Butterstash's pumpkin pies.
Who can resist?
They're just so delicious.
And of course, all of this
makes it even more difficult
for me to say what I have to say tonight.
It is with great, great
sadness that I have to announce
that there will be no Halloween
in the town of Nimus this year.
[Audience] No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
What is wrong with you people?
Y'all love Halloween.
What's going on?
Now listen, due to budget constraints,
all Halloween festivities
are canceled this year.
(audience cheering)
That means no fall festival,
no haunted house, no pumpkin
patches, no corn maze,
no Halloween parade.
And most certainly, no trick or treating.
Costumes are so scary.
They're giving me nightmares,
I can't sleep anymore.
I lost my dentures bobbing for apples.
Halloween makes my eczema flare up.
Jack-o'-lanterns are scary.
I hate candy corn.
I hate it.
All Halloween decorations
and paraphernalia must
be removed from display
on your property by
6:00 PM tomorrow night.
If they are not, you will be fined
and the decorations will be
confiscated and destroyed.
Them punk ass kids even
toilet papered my house.
(dramatic music)
[Crowd] No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
No more Halloween!
Anyone up for some punch?
Kids, come on in if you don't mind,
please take a seat if you would please.
We're about ready to conclude our meeting.
Them Halloween lights
are making my electric bill
too damn high.
Damn straight.
They put razor blades in the candy.
Halloween gave me the diabetes.
There's all these
horror movies on the TV.
I'm scared, I gotta
sleep with my lights on.
I see a lot of empty seats out there.
Sneedly and I are going door to door
for those who are not here.
And in case you haven't
heard, we've decided
to cancel Halloween and
everything associated with it.
That's complete bullshit!
That's all we have to look
forward to every year.
Young man.
Watch your tone.
This is in effect now.
So what are we supposed to
do with all these decorations?
We bought all of them and
the carnival's coming in.
As stated before,
all Halloween activities
are hereby banned.
And that goes into effect immediately.
If Halloween related
items aren't surrendered
by 6:00 PM tomorrow night,
there will be consequences.
Our enforcement team will be patrolling
and anyone caught disobeying the ordinance
will be dealt with.
Meeting adjourned.
(gavel banging)
(eerie music)
Stop, stop, stop.
(women screaming)
That's good.
You're not getting none
of my juice, baby...
This party blows.
I knew they were into some weird crap.
But this is on another level.
It's like we're in an episode
of the Twilight Zone or something.
Yeah. Really.
Thank God my parents never
come to these things.
Are your parents here?
- No.
Alright Peggy, you've had enough.
Okay. I'm going home.
There's my dad.
Hey Dad.
Dad.
Hey dad.
Dad, what happened?
What happened?
(eerie music)
I don't think this is working out.
What are we gonna do now?
We look forward to Halloween all year.
That's all I know.
There's something going on
and we have to figure it out.
Our parents and the towns folk
aren't in their right minds.
Something in that book
is causing this chaos.
But why?
Notice Sneedly leave the room?
Yeah, I did.
And then a man in a dark cloak whispered
something in the mayor's ear.
It was almost like some kind of spell.
Yeah bro. We gotta save Halloween.
Yeah a lot of good that will do.
The mayor's lackeys are out in full force.
This is all connected somehow,
the punch, the creepy dude in the cloak.
That creature.
We gotta figure it out.
We gotta connect the dots
and see the full picture.
Okay, Nancy Drew.
Well what are you implying?
You still have those photos
saved on your phone, right?
- Most definitely.
- Good.
What do y'all say to meeting
up at my house at 10 tonight?
- Sounds good.
- Count me in.
- Can I come too?
- You're a little too young.
But I'm good at solving puzzles.
That's definitely a strength we need.
Alright. You're good.
Sounds like a plan.
Alright, let's go.
(eerie music)
You must surrender your
Halloween decorations.
This is mandatory, is not voluntary.
Attention.
Citizens of Niahmas.
Halloween has been abolished.
Surrender your Halloween decorations.
This is mandatory.
This is not voluntary.
What's going on around here?
Seems like a ghost town.
Hey, Lux.
- Murray.
What do you want?
Mommy lock you out the house again.
That's not funny, man.
I'll stuff you in a trash can again.
Whoa there big bub, not
looking for any trouble.
What the heck happened to you?
I got jumped by some creature.
Sure looks like it, must
have crawled out of a dumpster.
- Funny.
- No, I'm serious.
Look, Tad called me in a frantic.
And when I went over to
check on him, he was gone.
Just like vanished.
I looked all around his room.
Then all of a sudden this
little creature attacked me.
I was lucky to get out.
Yeah. Put your shirt back down.
Nobody wants to see that.
Anyways. What the heck is going on?
You didn't hear?
The mayor canceled Halloween.
- Do what now?
- Yeah.
Everyone has to give up
their Halloween decorations.
The carnival, parade, corn maze
and the haunted house canceled.
Are you serious?
How can you even do that?
So this creature, what did it look like?
It was slimy.
It's eyes glowed this bright color.
You know what?
I think we saw one earlier today.
Go to that old house in the woods.
The weird thing is it had a mullet.
And I could have sworn
that it screamed Tadpole
when it lunged at me.
Weird.
Something's really going on in this town
and we're trying to put it all together.
We're meeting at Tevin's at 10.
You should come with us and
tell them what happened.
Nah, I don't think they want me there.
Anything to help solve this
mystery they'll be okay with.
Well, if you guys insist I'm down.
Well, first you need to get cleaned up.
I'm sure Lux has some clothes
you can get changed into.
Sounds great. Thanks guys.
Just don't try any funny stuff.
You got it.
Hey, do you mind if we drop
by my house real quick?
Kinda gotta pick up my bike.
(eerie music)
(creature growling)
Welcome to Esther's
True Crime Power Hour.
If you've been here before,
you know you're all my babies.
Today we will discuss Glenda
Marris, a Kentucky woman
who decapitated her husband
for not taking out the trash.
- Hey hon.
- There's something
really weird going on around here.
I was just at the town hall meeting
and they were screaming,
everyone is acting so strange
and fighting and Dad was there.
- What's going on?
- He didn't look right
at all Mom.
And he was.
Honey, calm down.
It's okay.
I wondered where he was.
He had this stuff
coming out of his mouth
and he was shaking and I
don't know what's going on.
Oh honey.
It's okay.
Hon is that you?
Mom, don't go in there.
Mom, don't go.
Don't go over there.
Mom!
Mom!
(dishes rattling)
Honey?
Honey?
Honey?
Are are you okay?
Honey?
Are you okay?
You want me to fix you something to eat?
Yes!
(mom screaming)
We gotta get out here,
something wrong with your father.
(eerie music)
Dad?
(eerie music)
(creature growling)
Barry?
(eerie music)
Mom!
(eerie music)
Well, it looks like our
meeting was a success after all.
I have to admit, I
certainly had my doubts.
But you were absolutely right.
I couldn't have been more wrong.
Yes, of course.
Why would you even doubt me?
Just so much pressure to
meet the objective, I guess.
Can you believe all the
fools in this town thinking
we're doing this for the
betterment of the city?
Gosh,
The spirit of Halloween is almost ours.
And the serum worked better
than I ever imagined.
This town.
You know, it's not easy to
destroy something you have spent
so long building up, but it must be done.
All of these years have
led us to this very moment.
We must find the artifact at all costs.
Don't worry, I have it all covered.
Never again will I doubt you.
And I have something for you, sir.
Oh?
Good, what is it?
Tadpole!
The chosen one.
He has great powers and
a really funky haircut.
- Isn't he delightful?
- Delightful.
(creature burping)
Be sure to keep 'em
separate from the others.
Yes, of course.
(creature burping)
Tadpole!
Hey Tevin.
What the heck are you doing here?
Yeah, he's cool. He's with us.
He had a run in with one of those things.
Well, the more the merrier I guess.
(eerie music)
You guys hungry?
My mom made sandwiches.
- I want one.
- Aw Twebby Webby.
You want your hammy sammies?
Is that what you wanted for lunch?
I want a hammy Sammy.
Millie, can you hand me a hammy Sammy?
Give you a hammy Sammy.
- No ketchup please.
- We should get serious.
One for you.
Thank you.
One for you. No ketchup.
Thank you.
This sandwich has chips on it.
Who would've thought?
But anyway, Millie, can you text Jenlin
and see if you can get
those photos she took?
Yeah.
You get her?
I hope she's okay.
It's not like her to not show up.
(eerie music)
Looks like it says something.
Quick, pull up Yuble
Translate into what it says.
How does that stuff even work?
- AI is crazy these days.
- Weird.
Check this out.
It's some sort of poem or something.
Beneath the town of pumpkin lights.
Where Halloween's enchantment
takes its flights,
lies an artifact of ancient fame.
The spirit of Halloween,
its mystical name.
Whispers of tales from days
of your, of tricks and treats
and so much more within its depths.
Magic does reside a timeless
essence that none can hide
underneath cobblestone streets.
It sleeps guarded by secrets
that the town keeps a relic of spirits.
Hauntingly grand weaved
into the traditions
of this festive land.
When moonlight bays the October skies,
the artifact awakens,
no need for disguise.
It weaves its charm
through laughter and fears.
Bringing the essence of Halloween near.
From masquerades to ghostly parades,
the spirits touch in every cascade.
A town steeped in tradition.
So fine, with the artifact's
magic forever intertwined.
So remember, as the Halloween winds blow
and that town where
pumpkins a glow, the spirit
of Halloween, ancient and
rare, weaves its enchantment.
A tale to share.
Well, what's that supposed to mean?
I think it's some sort of riddle.
Like something's buried beneath the town.
How'd you get that from all of that?
I'm just helpful.
That's why Lux likes when
I go to the escape rooms
with him, I just know stuff.
You're a right kid.
Smart kid.
That's for sure, I would
not have figured that out.
It's nothing bro.
Those are some ugly looking things.
You got that right.
You should have seen the one
that attacked me back at Tad's.
I could have sworn that
it screamed tadpole
when it lunged at me.
Now that I think about it, it
had a mullet like Tad's too.
And these are exactly what we saw.
It's just strange
that there's no mythology
about them anywhere except for
in that book we found.
Maybe Tad is connected in some way.
The way that the trees are drawn.
It looks so familiar.
Too familiar.
Almost like it's some sort of landmark.
I think you're right Murray.
It's at the Whipple Snapper Graveyard.
Whippledorf?
Okay. Yeah, whatever.
The Whippledorf graveyard.
That's where the haunted house is.
And that's where it should be.
How can you be so sure?
Hey, remember when I fell out of a tree
and I didn't tell anybody
'cause I knew I would get in trouble?
Well, that was the witches tree
and that's where it should be.
Well, that's a start.
Millie message Jen Lyn and
fill her in on our findings.
With any luck we'll get
to the bottom of this.
(eerie music)
Once upon a midnight
dreary while I pondered weak
and weary of a many acquaint
and curious volume of forgotten lore.
While I nodded.
Nearly napping.
Suddenly there came a tapping
of someone gently wrapping.
Wrapping at my chamber
door, 'tis some visitor
I muttered, tapping at my chamber door.
Only this and nothing more.
Oh!
Ronnie, you frightened me
while I'm polishing my beaver.
Stop being so dramatic.
Oh, why am I still talking like that?
Oh, I swear you're gonna gimme
a real heart attack one of these days.
You know big people have
heart problems, don't you?
Can you just go pack me up
a half pound of lizard tails
for the only order we've gotten all week?
Okay.
- Thank you Ronnie.
Uncle Rosie.
Jenny, what are you doing out so late?
Haven't you seen what's
going on around here?
Yes, I know.
Were you at the town hall meeting?
You know I'm not
allowed at the town hall.
They think I'm a devil worshiper.
I mean, where would they
get that stupid idea?
They're acting all weird.
They were fighting and
screaming and dad was there
and he had this blue stuff
coming out of his mouth.
Let me guess.
He fell off the wagon, got drunk,
tumpped something over, fell down a hill.
No, it was nothing like that.
He came home and he locked
himself in the bathroom
and we heard a loud crash.
And when we went in there, he was gone.
His clothes were all over
the floor with this on them.
Oh.
What is, oh.
Does your mom even know you're out?
No, I snuck out while
she's talking to the police.
I mean, I'm gonna meet up with my friends.
I have some pictures on my
phone you might wanna see.
What?
What am I even looking at?
What?
Oh, where's that one?
Look Jenny, just go in the back
and make a plan for what we need to do.
We need to keep you all safe.
You can't be running around town.
Alright, let's go.
(creature growling)
Come on. Hurry up.
They're gonna leave us.
(creature growling)
(eerie music)
What was that thing?
Kind of looked like your mom.
- Not funny.
- Thought it was funny.
Well it wasn't.
It does look different. It had wings.
Like it's evolving into
different creatures or something.
Millie, have you heard
anything else from Jen Lyn?
No, last thing I heard
she went over to Rosie's
to fill him in on our findings.
That dude is so strange.
You're telling me,
when I went over there,
I thought he was gonna chop my head off
with a samurai sword.
He's got some cool stuff in there.
Yeah, but just random stuff.
I mean, what does a samurai sword
have to do with the occult?
I'm sure it's some
ancient art somewhere.
I've seen stranger things happen.
Alright, well I'm gonna go check it out.
You guys coming?
(eerie music)
Is it that way?
No, not that way. This way.
- Are you sure?
- Yeah.
I'm always the first one outta this thing.
Okay.
(dramatic music)
Guys, something's glowing.
What's that smell?
I don't know, but it's horrible.
Smells like that stuff
that that creature that slimed Tad with.
- Squiggle.
- What?
The creature's called Squiggle.
Who comes up with this stuff?
I think I see something.
(creature whimpering)
Wow, those creatures came
out of a hole just like that.
Is that the?
Squeblin?
You guys?
I think we're too late.
What makes you say that?
They have it.
They have the spirit of Halloween.
How do you know what that is?
Millie, hand me your phone.
See it looked just like that.
So what does that mean?
Well, judging from the poem,
it won't be heaven on earth.
Mass chaos.
We should probably tell
Jennlin what happened.
- Yeah.
- Tell Jennlin what?
Come on, we'll fill you in later.
You're going against the ordinance.
Get out!
This haunt is closed.
(creature growling)
(dramatic music)
(eerie music)
(fire crackling)
(wolves howling)
(eerie music)
(fire crackling)
Ahh.
(Zaps)
So what all did you learn at Rosie's?
He said this town has a
long history with Halloween.
He said it was chosen
like hundreds of years ago
for a special reason.
It has to do with the location of the town
and the moon cycle.
So the mayor is trying
to steal the spirit
of Halloween.
But why?
I mean what's stronger
than the spirit of Halloween?
Right?
I mean maybe Christmas,
but what is the mayor trying to do
with all its power from its spirit?
So that thing the creature
has that holds the spirit.
What does that even mean?
I mean think about it.
If the mayor holds all the power
and then cancels Halloween,
the spirit can't be released
throughout the town.
He harnesses all of its power.
But what's he trying to do with it?
Your guess is as good as mine.
So where are all these squidlins?
Oh, squeblins.
Squeblins going after they change?
I don't even know.
Maybe we should just
like follow 'em around.
Listen guys, just too
many unanswered questions
and the sun will be up soon.
Maybe we should all meet up
at Rosie's tomorrow morning
and he can help us out
with a plan or something.
Sounds good.
See you guys in the morning.
Alright, well I'll
crash here for tonight.
- Alright. Yeah.
- Can I stay too?
Just let it go.
(wolves howling)
The time is drawing near.
Soon, the ultimate power will be ours.
Indeed. Indeed.
Then we will reign supreme
and spread our army like a
wildfire across the land.
And your years of research
will finally pay off
as we are able to harness the power
that your ancestors could not grasp.
It has alluded us for generations,
but now we possess it.
Within hours, we will
be completely fulfilled.
We will be the future.
Yes, yes.
(eerie music)
More salt.
(cans rattling)
(door creaking)
No, no, no.
Soups On!
No soup for you.
Get out.
Alright boy, let's get 'em.
Get out of here you little booger.
You about to get the junior hockey league.
Stop right here.
Yeah!
(Sizzling)
Salt.
Salt melts 'em just like a slug.
I've never done that, it's kind of gross.
You better not send any
of your buddies after me.
I got plenty more where that came from.
(dramatic music)
You've served me well my friend.
But that's what I'm talking about.
(dramatic music)
Uncle Rosie.
Uncle Rosie. Are you in here?
Uncle Rosie.
- Where's Millie at?
- Her mom was freaking out
about the ordinances.
She made her stay home.
Uncle Rosie.
(Kyle Screams)
Did you guys put that there?
Real funny guys.
Nice scream man.
Uncle Rosie.
I don't know where he is.
Couldn't have gone far, it
looks like this just happened.
What is that? Some sort of slime.
It's the same slime that
was on my dad's clothes.
From those creatures you think?
Or what's left of it.
Looks like the salt melted it.
How on earth would salt melt it?
Have you ever seen what happens
when you pour salt on a slug?
It shrivels up and melts just like that.
Which makes sense whenever
you put salt on it,
it dries out and melts.
So they do have a weakness.
Looks like we're gonna
need a heck of a lot of salt.
Looks like it's time for a grocery run.
Anyone got some money?
None.
Lux did you raid your piggy bank?
No he's just saving
up for a four-wheeler.
Thanks man.
Let's go.
Guys, look.
Going somewhere, children?
We were just coming
to see if anyone's heard
anything about Tad.
No word yet, unfortunately.
You really shouldn't be here.
City hall is closed while
the ordinance is in place.
Run along.
(dramatic music)
Have you found the location?
Yes sir.
That barn at the old Cedar Mill Farm.
It will be the prime
location when the moon is at
its fullest tonight.
Excellent.
And we should prepare our ritual robes.
The Almighty will be pleased.
Yes, I'll prepare them.
Those rotten kids were
wandering around outside.
Well did you get rid of them?
- Certainly did.
- Good.
We don't need anything foiling our plans.
The Almighty has worked
very hard for this night.
We gather at 11:00 PM in preparation.
Yes sir.
(dramatic music)
(Creature growls)
(Eerie Music)
What are you doing to me baby?
You messing me up.
Yeah.
Not that up.
Just messed up.
But I love you 'cause you
are sweet mountain juice,
sweet mountain juice.
I just love my mountain
juice with my special flask.
I stole it.
But that don't matter now
because you've been with me.
What?
What you done to me?
(Creature Laughing)
Scared, scary.
You know what?
No. Why?
Oh no.
Okay.
Oh boy.
I like to examine that sometimes though.
What you eat, it makes the
food taste better somehow.
I don't know why.
That's what I've heard anyway.
It's got everything you need
with my buddy and my buddy
here and my dog food.
Whoa.
(creature growling)
-House Call
(man screaming)
(dramatic music)
- Lame!
- Hey, it's all they had left.
(dramatic music)
(wind howling)
(eerie music)
In the embrace of shadows
where enchantment is spun.
I call upon cosmic power, a
dance beneath the moon and sun.
Samhain's chorus resounds
a banshee's haunting cry,
fires breath intertwines
with winds whispers high.
Looks like some sort
of ritual or something.
Eternal flames of magic surge.
A waltz of ethereal grace.
Halloween spirit earthly seekers embrace.
I'll sneak around the back.
You guys keep an eye out on the woods.
Kyle, you can be the bait.
Mystic energies converge
in the heart of this night.
A tapestry woven of starlight.
A spell binding flight.
(creature hissing)
(Millie Gasps)
Gora Heshamn's legacy.
Halloween's pulsating gore,
an alliance of wind, rain, earth and fire.
(dramatic music)
(creature growling)
Gotta get free!
Get off my brother, you slimeball!
Say hello to my slimy mulleted friend.
- No, no, no.
- Squeblin brothers.
Stop him.
It was his idea.
No, no, no.
(creatures growling)
Yes, Squeblin brothers.
The spirit is ours.
I foresee this day
not ending well for you.
I will harness the power and
defeat everyone in my path.
No!
Nice try.
The ritual will be fulfilled.
We will rule the night.
Ah!
Die!
(creature growling)
Trick or treat slime balls.
That's what the Native Americans
called the, oh Hell No.
They're way worse than the little ones.
(creature laughing)
Oh No! It's Shuckles!
We must retreat, Squeblin Brothers!
(creature howling)
(Wind Blowing)
My true form is quicker as you can see.
You'll never defeat me!
Guys, guys, come on.
It's going down.
You kids will pay for
this. This was our night!
Time to repent of
your sins or some shit.
This is our town.
Whatever mumbo jumbo you got going
on is not happening.
- Oh, what is that thing?
- Looks like
what Murray left in the toilet last week
after we went to Taco Hut.
Well this has been an
interesting Halloween.
Starting the party without me?
It's okay. It's okay.
It's Tad. It's Tad.
Well that's an improvement at least.
- He's kind of cute though.
- Tadpole!
In a creepy creature kind of way.
Go Home!
Are you okay?
Do we need to go to the hospital?
Yeah, I'm fine Mom.
Just a little tired.
Let's go ahead and get you home.
Alright, come on girls.
Tad? Tad?
Tad, where are you?
Okay, before we get
all hysterical on me,
just promise me you won't freak out.
Freak OUT!
Tad, you can come out now.
Tadpole!
Before you touch him,
there are certain rules.
First one, don't touch him without gloves.
If he slimes you, you'll
become just like him.
And the second one is, you know what,
who cares about the rules?
Just love each other.
GO HOME!
Come here Taddy.
Kyle, Tevin. Are you both okay?
Yeah, we're okay.
We just saved the world.
I just heard your mom's still on shift.
I came here to get you guys.
So come on. Come with me.
[Tad] Tadpole hungry.
Tadpole Bite Bites.
Rosie.
We can't thank you enough
for kicking their butts.
That's just what I do, boys.
I'm always gonna protect this town.
And you, Mister,
I thought you would never talk again.
Guess I just didn't
have anything to say.
Well, I thought you were
a mute this whole time.
I get that a lot.
Good job boys.
(upbeat music)
Whoa whoa, you kids slow down.
Happy Halloween.
Oh yes ladies and gentlemen,
we are now celebrating the one year
eradication of the Squeblins.
So come on out and dance your blues away.
(crowd chattering)
Oh my gosh girl! You just won!
You got a problem?
(upbeat music)
No guys, it's just me.
I got a new gig. What do you think?
Nice ride.
So you're telling me
you actually passed your
driver's test and somebody
actually trusts you to drive.
Yeah.
Passed with flying colors too.
Have you guys seen Murray?
Yeah, he was volunteering
at the haunted house already.
Ooh, let's get in
there before it closes.
Craziest stuff just happened.
It was all of a sudden.
(kids screaming)
(creatures growling)
Taco Tuesday!
Get off me!
Did you see that kid pee earlier?
He should start his own streaming service.
(creatures growling)
Yearly tradition?
Looks like it.
(upbeat music)
Show and tell all your human wreckage
Close friends are your enemies
Wrap it up in a pretty package
So you can change your identities
Turn anything you want
Into anyone you wish to be
Do anything to keep away
There's a place in the
world that's been erased
(eerie music begins)
(eerie music continues)
(eerie music ends)