Creators:
Steven DoddCast:
John Kassir, William Sadler, Marshall Bell, Larry Drake, Joe Pantoliano, Billy Zane, Richard Thomas, Lela Rochon, Tim Roth, Amanda Plummer, Timothy Dalton (more)VOD (1)
Seasons(7) / Episodes(93)
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Cadaverous scream legend/all-around punster the Crypt Keeper hosts these forays of fright and fun based on classic E.C. Comics tales from back in the day - and drawing on the talents of top filmmakers Richard Donner, Walter Hill, Joel Silver, Robert Zemeckis and others. So belly up to the bar and name your poison. Is it a deranged Santa on a personal slay ride? A man surgically implanted with as many lives (and deaths) as a cat? Honeymooners who each want the other to fulfill the 'til death vow pronto? These and more terror-rific tales await. (official distributor synopsis)
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A must-watch for horror fans and a pleasant opportunity for others to get acquainted with the essence of the genre, typically presented in an above-average manner. With numerous episodes, there are inevitably some lackluster ones, but the majority feature imaginative stories, often with surprising twists and the appropriate atmosphere. The half-hour runtime prevents the "fluffy padding" common in feature-length films. A significant advantage is the chosen light-hearted approach, where the creators play with genre clichés and audience expectations in a slightly parodic spirit. Overall impression: 80%. ()
Lots of extraordinary episodes, a mass of average ones and also a couple of really bad ones. A pleasant project where a lot of talented and famous names started out, or gained valuable experience. This includes screenwriters, directors and actors. Its main quality lies in the unforgettable presenter with a very strange sense of humor. Pleasant bedtime viewing for adults on Friday evenings. Split Second (5/5) One of the best episodes. Better not to let on anything about it - just let the Crypt Keeper keep you entertained... Lumberjack sushi roll is on the menu. ()
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