Halloween Kills

Halloween Kills

Year: 2021

Runtime: 105 min

Language: English

Director: David Gordon Green

Echo Score: 49

Budget: $20M

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As Laurie Strode recovers from her injuries, Michael Myers resurfaces, unleashing a new wave of terror on Haddonfield. This sparks a violent confrontation, forcing Laurie and her family to join forces with other survivors of his original attacks. Together, they form a determined group, seeking to confront and end Michael’s reign of terror and finally lay the ghosts of the past to rest.

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Timeline – Halloween Kills (2021)

Trace every key event in Halloween Kills (2021) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Encounter with Hawkins

Cameron Elam discovers Deputy Frank Hawkins severely injured on his way home from a Halloween party. Haunted by his past mistakes regarding Michael Myers, Hawkins vows to eliminate the killer that very night.

2

Flashback to 1978

In a gripping flashback, Deputy Hawkins accidentally shoots his partner while pursuing Michael Myers. This moment of regret is intensified when Hawkins realizes he prevented Dr. Loomis from killing Michael at the time.

1978 Haddonfield
3

40th Anniversary Gathering

On October 31, 2018, Tommy Doyle and friends gather to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Michael's confinement. Marion Chambers, Lindsey Wallace, and Lonnie Elam join to pay their respects and recall the horrors of the past.

October 31, 2018 Haddonfield
4

Michael's Escape

As Laurie Strode undergoes surgery, a group of firefighters inadvertently frees Michael from the burning wreckage of her home. Michael, displaying his lethal efficiency, quickly dispatches the firefighters one by one.

Strode home, Haddonfield
5

Elderly Couple's Murder

While Laurie fights for her life in surgery, Michael continues his rampage by brutally murdering an unsuspecting elderly couple in their home. This sets off alarm bells among the townspeople who fear Michael's return.

Haddonfield
6

Tommy's Rallying Call

Tommy Doyle sees the urgency of the situation and rallies Haddonfield residents to hunt down Michael. Fueled by anger and desperation, they seek to protect their town from the horror that has resumed.

Haddonfield
7

Laurie's Brief Calm

Karen Strode decides to shield Laurie from the news of Michael's escape, believing it's better for her recovery. The decision reflects Karen's desire to protect her mother from the trauma of their family's past.

8

Lindsey's Survival

As the mob confronts Michael's threat, a group including Marion, Lindsey, and a bar patron falls victim to Michael’s resurgence. Lindsey is the only survivor, showcasing her resilience amid the horrific confrontations.

Haddonfield
9

Karen's Despair

In a desperate attempt to save Lance Tovoli, a man wrongly identified as Michael, Karen tries to help him. Tragically, he jumps from a hospital window, leaving Karen distraught and even more aware of the dangers around her.

Hospital
10

Confrontation at Michael's Home

Lonnie, Cameron, and Allyson attempt to confront Michael at his childhood home. The tension escalates when Lonnie is killed by Michael, with Allyson suffering an injury as the danger becomes all too real.

Michael's childhood home
11

Karen's Bravery

In a moment of bravery, Karen Strode confronts Michael, successfully stabbing him with a pitchfork and temporarily gaining the upper hand. In doing so, she taunts him, allowing Allyson to escape to safety.

12

Mob Justice Goes Wrong

The assembled mob believes they have defeated Michael after stabbing him and seemingly triumphing. However, Michael rises again, brutally slaughtering Tommy and several others, showcasing his invulnerability.

Haddonfield
13

Karen's Haunting Fear

As Karen looks into the upstairs window of Michael's childhood home, she is filled with haunting memories. In a tense moment, Michael appears behind her in the darkness, suggesting her imminent doom.

Michael's childhood home
14

Parallel Gazes

The film closes with the chilling image of Michael staring out of his childhood home's window, mirroring Laurie's own watchful gaze from the hospital. This unsettling symmetry encapsulates the horror that continues to haunt them both.

Michael's childhood home

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