Halloween H20: 20 Years Later

R

Released Jul 27, 1998

1 hr. 25 min.

Holiday

Horror

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69 Reviews

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Two decades after surviving a massacre on October 31, 1978, former baby sitter Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) finds herself hunted by persistent knife-wielder Michael Myers. Laurie now lives in Northern California under an assumed name, where she works as the headmistress of a private school. But it's not far enough to escape Myers, who soon discovers her whereabouts. As Halloween descends upon Laurie's peaceful community, a feeling of dread weighs upon her -- with good reason.

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Critics Consensus

Halloween: H2O is the best of the many sequels, yet still pales in comparison to the original Halloween.

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James B

Not a fan of the masks especially the CGI one but this film is way better than the previous movies except h6 because I just like it. This movie is more unpredictable than it's predecessors which is what the franchise needs to be more of. Truly a special 20 year anniversary.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/03/24

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Snuggly

How annoying laurie strode's boyfriend is!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/26/24

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Emilliano Jr S

The best sequel of the franchise in 20 years

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/24/24

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Ben T

Jamie Lee Curtis returns to the role which made her a star two decades ago. Ignoring the previous three films, this a follow on from Halloween II. It's a good thin too as the series had become old and stale after the sixth entry. Although it's not in the same league as the original, it's a huge improvement. Also appearing is Janet Leigh, mother of Jamie Lee Curtis and best known for her role in Hitchcock's classic Psycho.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/11/24

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Jeff M

With the obvious exception of the very first film, which is a stone cold masterpiece, this is my favorite HALLOWEEN movie. At less than 90 minutes, it moves at a quick pace and feels very economically made without a lot of unnecessary excess. And it refreshingly doesn't take itself too seriously. So many horror movies these days are without any humor, and they become relentlessly unbearable. This not only has a light tone at times but some deliciously clever tributes to its preceding films and other horror movies in general, most notably PSYCHO. Janet Leigh's presence here is inspired, and it's a treat to watch her share scenes with her daughter. This installment is also blessed with a rather impressive and eclectic cast - featuring early screen performances by Harnett and Williams to LITTLE MAN TATE himself Adam Hann-Byrd and other familiar faces. But at the center, as always, is Curtis, who wears Laurie Strode like a glove and isn't afraid to be a bit bitter and unlikable here. I'm not a HALLOWEEN expert, but to my knowledge, this movie has no bearing in the latest incantations HALLOWEEN KILLS and the upcoming HALLOWEEN ENDS. If it does, I'd be curious how Michael Myers' survival after the final scene here could possibly be explained. I don't use the adjective "FUN" in describing many horror motion pictures, but this one earns it.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/21/24

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Willie V

I found this film to be one of the stronger sequels in the franchise, due to it embracing the more traditional slasher approach. However, this also means it inherits both the positives and negatives associated with the slasher genre. On the positive side, Jamie Lee Curtis delivers a great performance as she usually does, portraying a trauma well, providing the audience with a strong lead to route for. Michael Myers, as expected, continues to be iconic, even if his mask is not great. On the negative side, many supporting characters lack the depth of Jamie Lee's role, and the predictability of who lives and dies is unfortunate. While the writing isn't great, the film is entertaining enough to watch. Overall, it's a slasher sequel from the '90s, which makes sense for those familiar with the slasher genre.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/02/24

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Steve Miner

Director

Jamie Lee Curtis

Laurie Strode

Adam Arkin

Will Brennan

Josh Hartnett

John Tate

Michelle Williams

Molly Cartwell

Adam Hann-Byrd

Charles "Charlie" Deveraux

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Something is Wrong

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Maternal Advice

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - I'm Not Who You Think I Am

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Michael Myers is Dead!

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Sarah's Unsuccessful Escape

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Family Reunion

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - The Garbage Disposal

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Sneaking Into Campus

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Final Confrontation

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later: Official Clip - Miss Whittington's End

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Aja Romano

Vox

H20 is far more character-driven than any of its predecessors.

Oct 19, 2018

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Derek Adams

Time Out

While Carpenter's film was all about economy and a skilful use of empty space, Miner's busy compositions have a cluttered feel that is echoed by superfluous orchestral music.

Aug 16, 2007

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Paul Tatara

CNN.com

I'm currently stuck watching the revival of a movie form that appalled me the first time around, then disappeared from view after a torrent of thoughtless re-workings that resembled bloody tape loops.

Rated: 2/5

Nov 15, 2002

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Kat Halstead

Common Sense Media

It's a decent entry into the franchise, with solid performances and kills, but little in the way of additional flair.

Mar 1, 2024

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Kristy Strouse

Wonderfully Weird and Horrifying

A more claustrophobic take on Halloween fare, H20 features a stunning performance from Curtis who keeps this fast-paced feature from perishing.

Dec 1, 2023

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

The artless staging doesn’t make the film claustrophobic as much as vacuum-packed.

Rated: 2/4

Oct 14, 2023

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Synopsis

Two decades after surviving a massacre on October 31, 1978, former baby sitter Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) finds herself hunted by persistent knife-wielder Michael Myers. Laurie now lives in Northern California under an assumed name, where she works as the headmistress of a private school. But it's not far enough to escape Myers, who soon discovers her whereabouts. As Halloween descends upon Laurie's peaceful community, a feeling of dread weighs upon her -- with good reason.

Director: Steve Miner
Executive Producer: Moustapha Akkad, Cary Granat
Screenwriter: Debra Hill, John Carpenter, Robert Zappia, Matt Greenberg
Distributor: Miramax Films
Production Co: Dimension Films, Nightfall Productions
Rating: R
Genre: Holiday, Horror
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 27, 1998, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 30, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $55.0M
Sound Mix: SDDS, DTS, Surround, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: 35mm, Scope (2.35:1)

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