Halloween Franchise Sees Mixed Reactions and New Fan Film Release
Despite the mixed reception of the latest trilogy, the Halloween franchise continues to expand with fan films and a planned TV series.
- The recent Halloween trilogy directed by David Gordon Green concluded with Halloween Ends in 2022, receiving mixed reviews from fans and critics.
- Halloween Ends shifted focus from Michael Myers to a new character, Corey Cunningham, which disappointed some fans expecting a final showdown with Laurie Strode.
- Stephen King praised Halloween Ends for its character-driven approach, despite its departure from traditional franchise elements.
- A new fan-made film, Halloween Stalks II, is now streaming online, offering fresh thrills for franchise enthusiasts.
- A Halloween TV series is in development, promising to continue the franchise's expansion into new storytelling formats.