---
title: "Halloween"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/halloween-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 424139
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Halloween (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/halloween-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Halloween is a film first released in 2018. Catalogued under Horror, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, Blumhouse Productions, Trancas International Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Laurie Strode faces her ultimate showdown with Michael Myers."

### Why Watch
- A climactic face‑off between Laurie and Michael.
- Atmospheric horror that builds tension.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Relies heavily on franchise legacy, which may alienate newcomers.
- Tone & Suitability: The film features intense horror violence and is suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: creepy, tense, relentless

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/halloween-2018#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Gordon Green
- **Networks / Studios**: Universal Pictures, Blumhouse Productions, Trancas International Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jamie Lee Curtis** as *Laurie Strode*
- **Judy Greer** as *Karen*
- **Andi Matichak** as *Allyson*
- **James Jude Courtney** as *The Shape*
- **Nick Castle** as *The Shape*
- **Haluk Bilginer** as *Dr. Sartain*
- **Will Patton** as *Officer Hawkins*
- **Rhian Rees** as *Dana Haines*
- **Jefferson Hall** as *Aaron Korey*
- **Toby Huss** as *Ray*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the relationship between Laurie Strode and Michael Myers?
Laurie survived Michael Myers' killing spree decades earlier and now confronts him.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a horror and thriller.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is about 1 hour 46 minutes.

### Q: When was the movie released in the United States?
It was released on October 19, 2018 in the US.

### Q: Who is the primary antagonist?
The masked figure Michael Myers serves as the film's antagonist.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Halloween — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/424139)
- [Halloween - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halloween)
- [Halloween - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halloween)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*