“Creepshow” is a 1982 horror anthology film directed by George A. Romero and written by Stephen King, which tells five short and spooky stories tied together by a comic book format. With its tongue-in-cheek approach and impressive cast, “Creepshow” manages to deliver both the chills and laughs.

The first tale, “Father’s Day,” tells the story of a wealthy family that gets terrorized by the spirit of a deceased patriarch seeking revenge for a long-past wrong.

The second story, “The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill,” stars Stephen King as a backwoods yokel who gets infected by an extraterrestrial substance.

The third, “Something to Tide You Over,” features Leslie Nielsen as a twisted millionaire who plans an elaborate revenge against his cheating wife and her lover.

The fourth story, “The Crate,” showcases a professor who finds an old crate containing a dangerous creature in the depths of his college campus. Finally, “They’re Creeping Up on You” depicts a germaphobic businessman locked in his sterile apartment as a swarm of cockroaches invades.

The standout element of “Creepshow” is its stylistic and visual approach, with comic book-style panels and on-screen text captions adding an extra layer of campy fun to the proceedings. The film’s use of vibrant colors and practical effects also help enhance the macabre and absurd aspects of each story.

Overall, “Creepshow” is a horror classic that showcases the talent of Romero and King, as well as the impressive cast, which also includes Hal Holbrook and Adrienne Barbeau. With its entertaining mix of scares, humor, and visual flair, “Creepshow” remains a fan-favorite and a must-watch for horror enthusiasts.