Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween

While cleaning out his dad's old room, Sonny and his best friend Sam discover a mysterious, unpublished manuscript by R.L. Stine. As they begin to read it, they accidentally unleash a host of monsters and creatures from the Goosebumps series. The duo, along with Sonny's sister Sarah, must race against time to capture the creatures and return them to the book before Halloween night turns into a real nightmare.

Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who found it to be a weaker follow-up to its predecessor. While some acknowledged its harmless fun and faithfulness to the source material's spirit, many criticized its predictable plot, lack of originality, and reliance on jump scares over genuine suspense. Audiences, however, seemed to enjoy its family-friendly spooky themes, particularly around the Halloween season.

• A predictable but harmless family-friendly horror-comedy.
• Lacks the charm and originality of the first film.
• Relies heavily on special effects and jump scares.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be an entertaining watch for families, especially around Halloween. Many appreciated its lighthearted take on spooky themes and its connection to the beloved Goosebumps books. However, some viewers noted that it wasn't as engaging or creative as the first film.

Madison Iseman, who plays Sarah Quinn in the film, also voices the character of 'The Witch'.