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[Video] Watch the 30-Year Evolution of Chucky for Chucky’s Birthday!
The franchise has proven that a true classic never goes out of style.
Today is a pretty big day in the world of the Child’s Play franchise, as it was on this day in 1988 that we first met Chucky in the original Child’s Play. Oddly enough, it was also on November 9th, just two years later, that Chucky returned in Child’s Play 2!
I guess that makes November 9th “Chucky Day.” Spread the word.
The coolest thing about the Child’s Play franchise, which has now been running for just under 30 years, is that it’s never been remade, rebooted, or whatever the hell else you want to call it. Franchise creator Don Mancini has remained in charge over the course of the past three decades, building upon that original story rather than telling a new one.
New sequel Cult of Chucky, out now, does just that, bringing Andy back into the mix!
In celebration of Chucky’s big day, we encourage you to watch YouTube channel Then & Now’s video “Evolution of Chucky in Movies & TV,“ which highlights not only all seven films in the franchise but also Chucky’s various appearances on TV and in special web materials. It’s pretty comprehensive, and a fun reminder that Chucky has remained king of the killer dolls ever since he first came to life on November 9, 1988.
Happy Birthday, little guy!
Watch what you wish for. The highest-grossing horror movie of the year (so far), Curry Barker’s Obsession, is now available to watch at home on Digital!
Obsession also heads to 4K UHD combo pack, Blu-ray™ and DVD on July 14, 2026 via Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
To celebrate, we’re exclusively unveiling a new clip that spotlights the incredible performances by lead stars Michael Johnston (“Teen Wolf”) and Inde Navarette (“Superman & Lois”).
In Curry Barker’s theatrical debut Obsession, after breaking the mysterious One Wish Willow to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.
The cast and crew weigh in on the central performances in the film below, pointing out Bear’s unique journey from protagonist to villain. The breakout portrayal of Freaky Nikki, of course, takes center stage in the discussion.
Cooper Tomlinson (“That’s a Bad Idea,” Milk & Serial), Megan Lawless (The Death That Awaits), and Emmy Award-nominee Andy Richter (“Conan,” Elf) also star.
What else is included with Obsession‘s home release?
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU PURCHASE AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:
- OBSESSION UNLEASHED – Take the obsession further by going behind the scenes with filmmaker Curry Barker and the cast, Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson and Megan Lawless, to see them create a wild horror story out of intense performances and shocking scares. Hear the cast reflect on their most memorable scenes, get a peek at Michael and Inde’s chemistry test that sparked the film’s emotional core, and see how their collaboration shaped the film’s most unsettling moments.
- FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR/WRITER/EDITOR CURRY BARKER