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Even Though Peter Jackson's 1996 Horror Movie With Michael J. Fox Flopped Hard at the Box Office — It's Absolutely Worth Your Attention
Peter Jackson's movie The Frighteners, which stars Michael J. Fox, was not a box office hit, but it's an underrated film worthy of a second look.
1996 saw the release of Peter Jackson's first major Hollywood studio production,The Frighteners. While the film was a box office flop, grossing only $29 million off of its $26 million budget, it's still a highly underrated horror-comedy. The Frighteners delivers an entertaining genre mash-up that looks visually striking. It boasts strong performances, visual effects that were cutting-edge for their time, and it provides a refreshingly original scenario. Despite this, the movie was not a hit with moviegoers or critics. With the shifting cinematic landscape, perhaps now is the perfect time to revisit The Frighteners.
