Synopsis of 'HAUNTED MANSION', Disneyland's Popular Ride Adaptation About a Unique Team of Ghost Hunters in a Haunted House

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Nurulia Januaristy Putri

A supernatural horror movie wrapped in comedy will be coming mid-year. Set in the iconic Disneyland ride, HAUNTED MANSION is a movie directed by Justin Simien and written by Katie Dippold. By combining tension and a humorous atmosphere, this movie invites fans to follow the adventure of ghost hunting.

The process of making this movie reboot has been quite long since the idea emerged in 2010 by Guillermo del Toro. Guillermo imagined that this movie would promise a frightening and enjoyable experience. However, in 2020, the story scenario of HAUNTED MANSION was rearranged to be more family-friendly.

Since the casting began, a series of talented actors such as Jamie Lee Curtis and Jared Leto have joined in. HAUNTED MANSION is scheduled to be released on July 28, 2023.

Curious about the story? Check out more information about the movie HAUNTED MANSION below!

 

1. Synopsis of Film 'HAUNTED MANSION'

Jamie Lee Curtis in the film HAUNTED MANSION (Credit: IMDb)

A single mother and her son decide to move into a large house. They do not know that the house holds a terrible secret. However, they soon realize that the house is haunted by spirits from the past. As a solution, they form a team of experts consisting of various professions ranging from paranormal experts to historians.

With the same goal, this unique team unites their forces in fighting the entities that reside in the haunted house. Through this challenging adventure, will they be able to drive away the spirits and bring peace to the house? Or will they be trapped in an unsalvageable supernatural battle?

 

2. Cast of the film 'HAUNTED MANSION'

Owen Wilson, Rosario Dawson, Tiffany Haddish, and LaKeith Stanfield in the film HAUNTED MANSION (Credit: IMDb)

Here are some brief profiles of the actors and actresses who star in the film HAUNTED MANSION:

1. LaKeith Stanfield as Ben

    

LaKeith Lee Stanfield is an American actor and musician who starred in the film SHORT TERM 12. In this film, LaKeith plays a paranormal tour guide.

2. Tiffany Haddish as Harriet

    

Tiffany Sara Cornilia Haddish is an American comedian and actress. Tiffany became known when she starred in the film GIRLS TRIP. In this film, Tiffany plays a physicist.

3. Owen Wilson as Kent

    

Owen Cunningham Wilson is an American actor who often collaborates with Wes Anderson. In this film, Owen plays a pastor.

4. Danny DeVito as Bruce

    

Daniel Michael DeVito Jr. is a filmmaker, actor, and comedian from America. He has been known since starring in the television series TAXI. In this film, Danny plays a historian.

5. Jared Leto as Hatbox Ghost

    

Jared Joseph Leto is an American actor and musician who is known for portraying various characters. In this film, Jared plays the main ghost character that appears in HAUNTED MANSION.

 

3. Interesting Facts about the film 'HAUNTED MANSION'

Now, after knowing the synopsis and the actors involved, let's take a look at the interesting facts in the movie HAUNTED MANSION below:

1. Guillermo del Toro plans to use the character of the Hat Box Ghost, a popular Disneyland attraction, as an important character in this movie. This concept has been held by Guillermo since ComiCon in 2010.

    

2. Disney is said to want to remake this movie because they see the potential for success like PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN.

    

3. The Haunted Mansion ride opened in 1969 and has been a favorite ride for Disneyland and Disneyworld visitors ever since.

    

4. HAUNTED MANSION is planned to be released 20 years after the release of the first adaptation of THE HAUNTED MANSION.

    

5. This movie is the third adaptation of The Haunted Mansion after the movie THE HAUNTED MANSION (2003) and MUPPETS HAUNTED MANSION (2021).

    

4. Watch the Trailer!

 

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