Billy Zane,
Bill Sadler,
Jada Pinkett Smith,
Brenda Bakke,
CCH Pounder
... see more 
This first theatrical feature spun off from the television series Tales from the Crypt (which was in turn inspired by the infamous EC horror comics of the 1950s) concerns a mysterious man named Brayke... read more
Directed by: Ernest R. Dickerson, Gilbert Adler
Release Date: January 13, 1995
DVD Release Date: August 22, 2006
Stats: 866 reviews
The Crypt Keeper has always looked pretty dodgy if you ask me hehe a pretty bad puppet but hey its not all about him. The actual set for his crypt always looks cool in a Munster/Addams type way which is fun and kooky, nothing special though.
So ye olde Crypt Keeper intros the st... read more
This horror movie has a good background story, but I didn't like the characters, they didn't seem to fit right or something. This movie is kind of a mess, but it could be worse. Overall, it's just okay.
Coming to this Horror-Comedy. I like that skeleton cute guy. Tales from the Crypt trilogy isnt exactly a Horror. It is Comedy.
I really wish Billy Zane were the villain in more movies, he's just so deliciously wicked here. I now have a massive evil-crush on him. In fact, I'd really like to see that same character in another horror movie. It seems such a shame to say goodbye to The Collector. Anyway, this... read more
This movie is completely over the top cheesy entertainment, and more fun than it has any right to be.
Really good horror comedy action movie. This is the first in what was supposed to be a series of movies based on the tv show and comics. Unfortunately they only managed to get two flicks out before the franchise ran out of steam.
This was a good one though. Funny, action packe... read more
I really enjoyed this, and it's very annoying that I can't find a region 2 DVD version of it.
one of the best films of recent years... on a budget that is. yes the acting is happy at times (and brilliant in others, William Sadler really showing his skill as the old man tired of running) and the sets are filmsy, the special effects range from mediocre to terrible but the s... read more
Great atmosphere, acting and gore make this movie a must have. The story is surprisingly unique even for a horror film and set up beautifully for multiple sequels. Billy Zane gives an excellent performance,as do most of the cast members. Superb acting from William Sadler too.
Between scenes of splattering gore in which severed heads literally roll across the floor, the movie has a good time spoofing itself and a gallery of mostly sleazy characters who confront a crew of bl... Full Review
Next time out, let's hope it involves a story that can stand on its own, without having to be propped up by the Crypt Keeper's silly patter. Full Review
The movie isn't particularly well-paced, and I found it dull. Full Review
Good entertainment stretched to three times its natural length is rarely three times better, but bad entertainment dragged out that long will typically be three times worse. Full Review
There's still a lot of filler in this chiller. Full Review
Good-humored gore, ably directed by Ernest Dickerson. Full Review
The first in a series, but standards will need to impove if it's to survive. Full Review
Billy Zane's finest hour. Yeah, I know, that's depressing.
Critic ratings and reviews powered by RottenTomatoes.com
Fresh (60% or more critics rated the movie positively)
Rotten (59% or fewer critics rated the movie positively)
Click a thumb to vote on that suggestion, or add your own suggestions.
Explore | Movies | Actors & Actresses | Photos | Theaters | News | Lists | Quizzes | Best Movies | Blog | Reviews | Mobile
More Info | Copyright, Privacy Policy, Terms of Service | Ad Choices | About Us | Jobs | Advertise | Twitter | Flixster SuperReviewers
Copyright © 2010 Flixster, All Rights Reserved Trademark Use Guidelines
