Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers

Galaxy International Releasing | Release Date: October 21, 1988

8.0	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 295 Ratings

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imthenoobOct 24, 2018

This is very much a return to form for the franchise and remains one of the best of the franchise IMO. Everything works, Everything just clicks. I love it.

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TheCriticKidSep 20, 2013

"Halloween 4" stands with the original "Halloween" on my list of favorite Halloween movies. The storyline to this film was fantastic. The acting was brilliant. Too bad that we didn't hear much from Ellie Cornell after this movie and Halloween"Halloween 4" stands with the original "Halloween" on my list of favorite Halloween movies. The storyline to this film was fantastic. The acting was brilliant. Too bad that we didn't hear much from Ellie Cornell after this movie and Halloween 5, but she is a fantastic actress. Danielle Harris's portrayal of Jamie Lloyd, Laurie Strode's 9 year old daughter is what makes this movie my favorite. Brilliant actress. And of course, Donald Pleasence never ever disappoints.… Expand

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Rcavey92212Feb 23, 2020

In my opinion the best sequel of the series even though we're supposed to believe Myers grew his eyes back after being shot out in the last sequel. Besides that its pretty damn amazing. Myers returns in strong form cementing his position asIn my opinion the best sequel of the series even though we're supposed to believe Myers grew his eyes back after being shot out in the last sequel. Besides that its pretty damn amazing. Myers returns in strong form cementing his position as one of cinemas greatest villains. Picking up over ten years after the events of the first two films. Laurie Strode has passed and left her daughter behind. A new family is fostering her and Michael returns home and will stop at nothing to get to her. The performances are solid all around but Ellie Cornell as Rachael makes one hell of a final girl. However the MVP goes to Danielle Harris as young Jamie. It's truly one of the best genre performances ever. The movie also has some thrilling stalk scenes including the best scene in any slasher film, the rooftop chase. All in all it's a well paced, suspenseful franchise sequel best.… Expand

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LuciusMcGibbonDec 8, 2012

Is it as good as the first one? No. Is that a fair statement? No. Halloween II did its fair share to distance the franchise from its brilliant roots, and with no Carpenter on board, H4 didn't stand a chance to fully right the ship. That said,Is it as good as the first one? No. Is that a fair statement? No. Halloween II did its fair share to distance the franchise from its brilliant roots, and with no Carpenter on board, H4 didn't stand a chance to fully right the ship. That said, it got plenty of things right; this is probably the best of the many, many sequels in the series. Can't say I was crazy about Michael's mask in this one, and the opening murder scene is too much of a stretch, even for this kind of movie. On the plus side, the atmosphere and viewer psychology of the first movie are back; the traumatized town in a blackout makes an awesome setting, and there is a better balance of scare scenes versus down time, which tricks you into letting your guard down in time for big moments. And even though I was never that crazy about the ending, it is undoubtedly a clever attempt at bringing the franchise full circle. Of all the different canons of Halloween out there, the I-II-4 trilogy is the best, as long as you pretend that 5 and 6 never happened.… Expand

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JCdark2889Dec 17, 2015

Good movie. . . all of you need to stop being so b!tchy.
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ScarTissue1990Mar 11, 2012

My favorite "Halloween" movie. I think it was very creative and twisted and just beautiful. I loved it very much! The actors and actresses were great, especially Donald Pleasence and Danielle Harris. Check it out.

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GodzillaMutoFanDec 19, 2015

..................................................................................................................................................scary as ****

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ShafeApr 8, 2016

The intro alone sells the movie,the story,soundtrack,acting,directing was all very well done,a great sequel to great horror franchise,check it out,and enjoy!

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lukechristianscOct 30, 2014

after the halloween 3 which was a confusing film , which i did not understand why they made a trilogy with out Micheal Myers , Now halloween 4 returns an shoves it in are faces which actually makes us feel better and we can forget aboutafter the halloween 3 which was a confusing film , which i did not understand why they made a trilogy with out Micheal Myers , Now halloween 4 returns an shoves it in are faces which actually makes us feel better and we can forget about halloween 3. the story didn't piss me off its actually a character of Laurie Strode's daughter in the film which was actually shocking but she have done better ? ..... YES. But its still well same its deals with rage , sex killing scene which sucks and dumb Myers resurrecting. Grade A… Expand

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robertoiglesiasOct 14, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think Halloween 4 is decent. The main characters are great and a few of the scares and kills are nice, but the rest is just ok to me.

And who the hell wrote in 4 idiotic truckers acting like their the police, shooting innocent people?! That's just really stupid… Expand

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Josephgamers65May 1, 2021

Halloween 4 the return of Michael Myers Is a good movie to return to Michael Myers the pros in this movie are Jamie And Rachel Of course Lommis is the best part of the Halloween movies Michael Myers I like also but the one thing I hate at theHalloween 4 the return of Michael Myers Is a good movie to return to Michael Myers the pros in this movie are Jamie And Rachel Of course Lommis is the best part of the Halloween movies Michael Myers I like also but the one thing I hate at the end his shoulders are boky so it looks weird I actually don't mind the mask too much it is bad at first The cons Brady is not that good and there are some story problems of this movie All round Halloween 4 is a good return to Michael Myers So I give Halloween 4 The return of Michael Myers a B-… Expand

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MrTacoBobJul 13, 2017

I wouldnt say its great but its still decent. The new characters are kinda like able. Its a good movie okay? It is scary and it returned to Michael Myers instead of Season of the Witch.

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hockeyfn91Oct 16, 2017

The most under-rated of all the Halloween sequels and in my opinion the best sequel of them all. It still falls into the gore hound trap that was started with all of the original Halloween imitators out there as a way to compensate the lackThe most under-rated of all the Halloween sequels and in my opinion the best sequel of them all. It still falls into the gore hound trap that was started with all of the original Halloween imitators out there as a way to compensate the lack of suspense of the original. Donald Pleasance offers his gravitas to Dr. Loomis and grounds the entire production giving it the tie in to the original two movies. It is a shame they could not get Jamie Lee Curtis back for this chapter, but the character of Jamie Lloyd gives a new face to the victim and provides an ending that still, after all these years gives me chills to watch. It is a crying shame that they chickened out with further sequels to take the franchise in new directions laid out by this movies ending with two absolutely atrocious sequels after this one. As far as I am concerned out of the original Halloween 6 movie franchise there is the original, II and 4.… Expand

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gamefriekDec 30, 2010

This movie was never going to be as good as the original, but thats expected. However, that doesn't mean that its not a good film. It was good for a fourth installment. The story has shifted from Lori Strode and that added new elements to theThis movie was never going to be as good as the original, but thats expected. However, that doesn't mean that its not a good film. It was good for a fourth installment. The story has shifted from Lori Strode and that added new elements to the film. Loomis is back and is doing a good job as always. Overall, it was a good effort and is one of my favorite slasher film sequels.… Expand

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MovieLonely94Nov 6, 2010

this is way better than Halloweens 1 and 2.

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GamecubeLoverAug 20, 2016

The 4th movie is as good as the 2nd but not as good as the original. But the acting is kinda corny and the scares are good but not as good as I wanted to be.

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ScottNJun 7, 2009

A nice effort, especially considering it is part 4 of a horror series. One of the best of the sequels, however I would rate it 4th in line behind the original, part 2, and H20. A definite WTF ending (which I thought was pretty corny in all A nice effort, especially considering it is part 4 of a horror series. One of the best of the sequels, however I would rate it 4th in line behind the original, part 2, and H20. A definite WTF ending (which I thought was pretty corny in all honesty), but for the most part pretty well executed. It did seem to lack some sort of intensity present in the earlier sequels however. Definitley seems to be a pretty well received sequel judging by the other comments, and I too would recommend it.… Expand

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christiansAug 8, 2009

A pretty good and enjoyable sequel. even if it's a little campy at points, Halloween 4 is at least a major improvement over it's ludicrous predecessor Halloween III: season of the witch.

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eva3si0nAug 11, 2023

Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers continues the story of the first 2 parts. After another story was told in part 3. Michael Myers escapes from the mental hospital and starts his hunt again. I'm sure most fans of the first 2 films wereHalloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers continues the story of the first 2 parts. After another story was told in part 3. Michael Myers escapes from the mental hospital and starts his hunt again. I'm sure most fans of the first 2 films were waiting for only this in the triquel. The structure of the film itself has not changed in any way, only the scenery and victims have changed. Excellent suspense and the final third of the film. The ending of the film, which opens the plot of the fifth part of the film, is also well served. Well, of course, I was very glad to see Dr. Sam Loomis again. A good continuation of the series.… Expand

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Jaredk123Mar 29, 2018

Great, halloween sequal really compares to the original. One of the bests of the franchise.

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DannyTorrance20Jan 12, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 1988's Halloween 4 is definitely one of my favorite Halloween films. Good acting, fun kills, likeable characters, etc. A must-watch… Expand

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david6612Feb 22, 2022

O filme é bom,sem dúvida é uns dos melhores da franquia,mas não mais que o 1 e o 2,fico triste ao ver as pessoas falando que esse filme e ruim,pois sem dúvidas o 3,o 6 e o ressurreição são piores,acho que se não fosse a máscara do MichaelO filme é bom,sem dúvida é uns dos melhores da franquia,mas não mais que o 1 e o 2,fico triste ao ver as pessoas falando que esse filme e ruim,pois sem dúvidas o 3,o 6 e o ressurreição são piores,acho que se não fosse a máscara do Michael myers que é zuada,as pessoas teriam uma melhor visão sobre o filme,pois é um dos filmes da franquia que mais tem terror.… Expand

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