Child’s Play is a 1988 American slasher film directed by Tom Holland, from a screenplay he co-wrote with Don Mancini and John Lafia based on a story by Mancini. The film stars Catherine Hicks and Chris Sarandon with Brad Dourif as Chucky. Its plot follows a widowed mother who gives a new doll to her son, unaware that it is possessed by the soul of a serial killer.
Child’s Play received a generally positive response from critics upon its release. It was praised for its unique premise, the suspense it built, and Brad Dourif’s chilling voice performance as Chucky, which helped establish the doll as a horror icon. While some found elements of the film to be “brainless and entertaining,” many appreciated its blend of horror and dark comedy. It’s often seen as a well-paced film that builds tension in its first half before leaning into outright terror.
The film was released in the United States on November 9, 1988. It received generally positive reviews from critics and grossed more than $44 million against a production budget of $9 million. Along with the film gaining a 1980s cult following, the box office success also spawned a media franchise that includes a series of six sequels, a television series, merchandise, comic books, and a reboot.
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