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The Monster Squad (1987)
Every 100 years, the forces of darkness arise to challenge the forces of light for control of all mankind. This is the year. Tonight is the night…But this time, Dracula has bitten off more than he can chew.
A young group of monster fanatics attempt to save their hometown from Count Dracula and his monsters.
The Monster Squad is a 1987 American comedy horror film directed by Fred Dekker (who also wrote and directed Night of the Creeps) and written by Shane Black and Dekker. Peter Hyams was one of the executive producers. It was released by TriStar Pictures on August 14, 1987. The film features the Universal Monsters (re-imagined by a team of special effects artists, including Stan Winston), led by Count Dracula. They, in turn, combat a group of savvy kids out to keep them from controlling the world.
While not being a major success during its theatrical run and receiving mixed reviews from critics, the film has gained a positive reception from audiences and has become a cult classic in the years since its release.
