After a summertime return to theaters that grossed over $53M in global box office, LAIKA’s acclaimed 2009 stop-motion animated film “Coraline” will again return for a special Halloween engagement starting on October 31, 2024.
The film will be available in newly remastered 3D and 2D formats at select theaters on October 31 and November 1. Fans in attendance will also get a special Halloween treat: an early glimpse at LAIKA’s upcoming film, “Wildwood.”
“Everyone at LAIKA is elated by the global success of the Coraline re-release, and we’re delighted to offer one more chance to see it this year during Halloween festivities,” said David Burke, LAIKA’s Chief Marketing & Operations Officer.
Written and directed by Henry Selick, “Coraline” is a stop-motion animated adventure about Coraline Jones. After relocating from Michigan to Oregon with her parents, she finds herself missing her friends and with parents who are distracted by their work. Coraline tries to find some excitement in her new environment but seriously doubts that her new home can provide anything truly intriguing. But when she walks through a secret door in her living room and ventures down an eerie passageway, she discovers an alternate version of her life and existence. On the surface, this parallel reality is similar to her real life – only much better. The adults, including the solicitous Other Mother, seem much more welcoming to her. Even the mysterious Cat now regards her as the center of attention. She begins to think that this Other World might be where she belongs. But when her wondrously off-kilter, fantastical visit turns dangerous and Other Mother schemes to keep her there, Coraline musters all of her resourcefulness, determination, and bravery to get back home – and save her family.
“Coraline” stars Dakota Fanning, Ian McShane, Teri Hatcher, Keith David, John Hodgman, and British comedy duo Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders.
Tickets for this special Halloween screening are available now through FathomEvents.com.
