Common Sense Media Review
By Tracy Moore
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Halloween mystery has some mild frights.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 4+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
What's the Story?
It's Halloween, and the just as The Plaza entertains potential new buyers, the legendary Diamond Jim Johnson (voiced by Brad Garrett) returns for his annual hotel haunt. Eloise is on the case, but will anyone believe her? And more importantly, will Diamond Jim Johnson ruin the deal for the new owners?
Is It Any Good?
Kids who like Halloween will love this ghost story, and parents can feel good about Eloise putting her headstrong attitude to good use. Eloise's bratty nature and mischief usually get her into trouble, but in ELOISE'S RAWTHER UNUSUAL HALLOWEEN, her pluck and determination come in handy when applied to a cause, in this case, solving the mystery of the hotel haunting.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how it feels when an adult does not believe you. Has that ever happened to you? How did it feel? What did you do about it?
Do you celebrate Halloween? What holidays are most important for your family? Go online to learn about the history of Halloween.
When is it fun to be scared? When is it not so much fun? What can you do if you feel scared?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : September 2, 2008
- Cast : James Belushi , Tim Curry , Vanessa Redgrave
- Director : Wes Archer
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Anchor Bay Entertainment
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Book Characters , Holidays , Fantasy
- Run time : 45 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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