Halloween (1978)

Halloween is a film from 1978.

Year: 1978
Released: October 25, 1978
Genres: Drama, Thriller, Horror, Crime, Mystery, Family
Countries: United States
Original language: English

Plot

Halloween is a 1978 American independent slasher film directed and scored by John Carpenter, who co-wrote it with producer Debra Hill. It stars Donald Pleasence, Jamie Lee Curtis (in her film debut), P. J. Soles, and Nancy Loomis.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Halloween released?

Halloween was first released on October 25, 1978.

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Updated November 13, 2026