Under Wraps
A comedy-adventure in which three twelve-year-olds have a close encounter with a 3,000-year-old mummy. Marshall, Gilbert and Amy accidentally set the mummy free, but if they don't get him back to his resting place by midnight on Halloween, he'll turn into dust and lose his only chance of being reunited with his long-lost love.
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Plot Summary
Three pre-teen friends discover a mummy in a drum at a Halloween carnival. They soon learn he's a real mummy who awakens only during the Halloween season. The children must help the mummy, named Gilbert, find his lost amulet before he turns back into a mummy forever at the stroke of midnight on Halloween. They race against time and the carnival's menacing owner to save their new, unlikely friend.
Critical Reception
Under Wraps was a Disney Channel Original Movie that achieved moderate success for its target audience of young viewers. It was praised for its lighthearted approach to a spooky theme, making it accessible for families. While not critically acclaimed by major film critics, it resonated well with children and became a nostalgic favorite for those who grew up watching it.
What Reviewers Say
- A fun and spooky adventure suitable for younger audiences.
- Combines elements of friendship, humor, and mild scares effectively.
- A classic Halloween movie for a generation of Disney Channel viewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally recall 'Under Wraps' as a fun, nostalgic Halloween movie with a charming premise. Many remember it fondly from their childhood and appreciate its family-friendly spooky elements.
Fun Fact
The film was one of the first Disney Channel Original Movies (DCOMs) to be produced, paving the way for many more popular titles in the franchise.
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