Halloweentown (film series)

Halloweentown is a series of four Disney Channel Original Movies centered around the Cromwell family, who possess magical powers and reside in a secret parallel world called Halloweentown, where monsters and magical beings live in harmony. The series follows Marnie Piper, a young girl who discovers she is a witch on her 13th birthday and learns about her family's history and connection to Halloweentown.

The original film, Halloweentown (1998), establishes the core characters: Marnie, her younger brother Dylan, and their mother Gwen, who tries to shield them from their magical heritage. Their grandmother, Aggie Cromwell, visits from Halloweentown to teach Marnie about her powers and warn of a looming threat.

Halloweentown II: Kalabar's Revenge (2001) sees Kalabar, a transformed mortal from the first film, seeking revenge on Halloweentown by casting a spell that turns its inhabitants into gray, conforming versions of themselves. Marnie and her family must reverse the spell before it's too late.

Halloweentown High (2004) involves Marnie bringing a group of teenage monsters from Halloweentown to her high school in the mortal world in an effort to promote tolerance and understanding. The monsters must behave and blend in, or they risk exposing Halloweentown's existence.

Return to Halloweentown (2006) features a recast Marnie (played by Sara Paxton) attending Witch University in Halloweentown. She discovers a prophecy and must work to prevent a powerful force from destroying the magical world. This film marks the final installment in the series.

The Halloweentown films are known for their family-friendly Halloween themes, emphasizing the importance of family, acceptance, and embracing one's unique abilities. The series has become a cult classic, particularly popular during the Halloween season.