“Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge” is a Disney Channel Original Movie and the sequel to the popular 1998 film “Halloweentown.” The movie first aired in 2001 and continues the story of Marnie Piper (played by Kimberly J. Brown), a teenage girl with magical powers, and her adventures in the supernatural world of Halloweentown.
In the sequel, Marnie is back in the mortal world after her first visit to Halloweentown. She is now attending high school and trying to live a normal life. However, strange things start happening during the Halloween season. The town’s magic starts to weaken, and people begin acting strangely.
Marnie’s grandmother, Aggie Cromwell (played by Debbie Reynolds), comes to visit and reveals that an evil warlock named Kalabar is behind the disturbances. Kalabar is seeking revenge for being defeated by Marnie’s family in the first movie. He plans to use his dark magic to take over both Halloweentown and the mortal world.
To stop Kalabar’s evil plans, Marnie, her siblings Dylan and Sophie, and their friend Luke must return to Halloweentown and find a way to defeat him. Along the way, Marnie learns more about her magical heritage and the importance of embracing her powers.
The movie combines elements of fantasy, adventure, and comedy, making it a fun and entertaining watch for audiences of all ages. It continues the theme of self-discovery and the acceptance of one’s true self, which is a prevalent theme in many Disney Channel Original Movies.
“Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge” is beloved by fans of the original film and has become a Halloween classic among Disney Channel viewers. Its success led to two more sequels in the “Halloweentown” franchise, solidifying its place as one of the most cherished Halloween-themed movie series. The film’s blend of magic, mystery, and humor has made it a perennial favorite for Halloween movie marathons.
Additional Details
- Movie Studio: Disney
- Official Page
- Year Released: 2001
- Type of Movie: Live Action
- Movie Platform: Disney Channel Original Movie
- IMDB Link
Cast
- Kimberly J. Brown: Marnie Piper
- Debbie Reynolds: Agatha “Aggie” Cromwell
- Joey Zimmerman: Dylan Piper
- Emily Roeske: Sophie Piper
- Judith Hoag: Gwen Piper
- Phillip Van Dyke: Luke
- Daniel Kountz: Kal
- Xantha Radley: Astrid
- Peter Wingfield: Alex
- Blu Mankuma: Gort
- Richard Side: Benny
- Jessica Lucas: Cindy
Crew
- Director: Mary Lambert
- Producer: Peter Lhotka
Movie Trailer:
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