"Animation classic 'ParaNorman' by Laika makes a return to cinemas"
If you're still hankering for a dose of the spooky fun that is ParaNorman, buckle up! The stop-motion horror gem is making a triumphant return to the big screen in 2025!
With a 2D and remastered RealD3D release slated for October 23 internationally and October 25 in the US, get ready to revisit the twisted yet heartwarming world of our eerie hero once more. This revival is part of Laika Studios' 20th anniversary celebration, following the 2024 re-release of Coraline to celebrate its 15th birthday.
And there's more! Accompanying ParaNorman in theaters will be The Thrifting, a CG short featuring the talents of Finn Wolfhard from Stranger Things and Anna Kendrick reprising her role as Norman's sister Courtney.
First hitting theater shelves in 2012, ParaNorman proved to be a breakthrough for Laika. It earned strong reviews, pocketed $107 million, and amassed numerous nominations, including from the Oscars, Golden Globes, and Annie Awards. Laika's chief marketing officer David Burke calls the film a "re-invitation for audiences to rediscover the heart and humor of Norman's world-or experience it for the first time."
According to Burke, ParaNorman occupies a unique space in the world of horror, being just the right mix of spooky and meaningful. It's the ideal "starter horror"—a stepping stone into the thrilling realm of genre storytelling that's just as thought-provoking.
Keep an eye out for ticket information, as they should become available closer to the release dates. In the meantime, stay tuned to this link for updates on when to get your tickets!
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- In 2025, Netflix could potentially stream the remastered version of the acclaimed stop-motion horror film, ParaNorman, as part of their extensive library of movies-and-tv, further expanding their entertainment offerings.
- AI could play a role in analyzing the performance of Finn Wolfhard in the CG short, The Thrifting, which is accompanying ParaNorman in theaters and features his talent, providing insights into his acting techniques.
- DisneyPlus, another popular streaming platform, might consider securing the streaming rights for ParaNorman following its theatrical re-release, offering space-themed viewers a chance to watch this unique horror-comedy amidst their Star Wars content.
- As technology advances, there might be opportunities to apply AI in the creation of a new Star Wars series or movie, presenting stories that blend the magical elements of ParaNorman with the epic space battles and storytelling that Star Wars is known for, merging the worlds of entertainment and AI.
