A co-production with Lunch Films, the 3DCG family adventure blends the spooky charm of Halloween with the spirit of Día de los Muertos; slated for a 2028 theatrical release.
Studio 100 Film is bringing the 3DCG animated family adventure Halloween vs. Day of the Dead to the American Film Market (AFM) 2025, which runs November 11-16. A co-production between Studio 100 International and Mexico’s Lunch Films, the feature blends the spooky charm of Halloween with the spirit of Día de los Muertos.
In the film, when the candies of the rival towns, Halloween Ville and Day of the Dead Town, mysteriously vanish before their most important festivities, the celebrations are suddenly in danger. The fate of both villages rests in the hands of Pumpkid and Bony Lu, who join forces with a quirky group of friends to save the holidays and reunite their communities.
Celso García (The Thin Yellow Line, The Great Seduction) serves as writer and director. Martin Krieger executive produces for Studio 100 International alongside Axel Vielma and Fernando Estrada for Lunch Films. Thorsten Wegener, García, and Gerry Cardoso produce.
“Working with Studio 100 International to bring Halloween vs. Day of the Dead to life is an exciting opportunity to share a story we hold close to our hearts,” said García. “Together, we’re creating a vibrant, heartfelt film that honors both traditions while telling a timeless tale of friendship, unity and hope. We believe audiences everywhere will connect with the journey of these two children from rival villages.”
“We wanted to create a film that’s not only fun and full of adventure but also celebrates the heart of Mexican culture,” added Cardoso. “It’s a playful clash of two iconic traditions, told through a story that’s emotional and deeply rooted in family and identity. We hope audiences around the world will laugh, be moved and walk away with a greater appreciation for the beauty, spirit and meaning behind Día de los Muertos.”
Halloween vs. Day of the Dead is slated for a 2028 theatrical release.
Source: Studio 100 Film
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