Practical Joke (2008 film)

Practical Joke is a 2008 American horror film directed by Dustin Rikert. It stars Daniel Franzese, Travis Wester, and Ryan Hansen.

The film centers around a group of college students who play a prank on an outcast student named Barry Nards (Franzese), leading to his accidental death. One year later, the group finds themselves terrorized by a masked killer seeking revenge for Barry's demise. The killer recreates the original prank, this time with deadly consequences, forcing the remaining friends to confront their guilt and fight for their survival.

Practical Joke is considered a slasher film with elements of dark comedy. Reviews of the film were generally mixed, with critics often citing derivative plot elements common to the genre and uneven performances. However, some praised the film's practical effects and moments of suspense.

The film was released direct-to-video.