CHUCKY, THE NOTORIOUS KILLER DOLL DAY

CHUCKY, THE NOTORIOUS KILLER DOLL DAY

Chucky, the Notorious Killer Doll Day is observed annually on October 25th. For those who aren't Chucky fans, you have a pass. All others, get your popcorn and beverages of choice and hit play!

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Horror films often have a crossover interest. Whether an actor, character or element bleeds over into another film, fans love to pick up on the nuances. This time of year, film buffs and Halloween fans meet, unsurprisingly with Chucky in the middle! This eerie holiday brings horror fans together under one banner of fear, thrills, and trivia.

For those who have stuck around to the third paragraph of this article, and for those who don't know, Chucky is a creepy horror flick staple of the 1980s involving a doll. His full name is Charles Lee Ray, but prefers Chucky for short. After being shot in "real-life," Chucky enters to soul of a cute doll.

Some who celebrate, dress up as Chucky. Those who collect Chucky merchandise add to their collection. Others, take a thrill in learning new behind-the-scene facts or reading up on Chucky fan pages.

HOW TO OBSERVE CHUCKY, THE NOTORIOUS KILLER DOLL DAY

Test your movie knowledge. While you're at it, watch the various Chucky movies. Invite friends to join you and get them hooked, too. Play Chucky trivia or visit a haunted house dressed as Chucky. Host a Chucky themed pumpkin carving contest or a costume contest. Give prizes to the guest who can name the most number of actors in each of the films.

Make your favorite movie-watching treats and turn into a party. Name the foods after the movies. Here are some suggestions:

• Child's Play Popcorn

• Bride of Chucky Wedding Cake

• Pumpkin Spawn of Chucky Seeds

• Curse of Chucky Chicken Wings

• Cult of Chucky Dipping Sauces

Be sure to use #ChuckyTheNotoriousKillerDollDay to post on social media.

CHUCKY, THE NOTORIOUS KILLER DOLL DAY HISTORY

National Day Calendar® continues researching the origins of this frightening holiday.

Chucky FAQs

Q. Besides Chucky, what other creep dolls have been featured in films?
A. Like clowns, dolls find a way to send chills up our spines. Their staring eyes ever watchful put us on edge. Chucky doesn't dominate the screen alone. Oh, no. Filmdom loves to freak us out with possessed dolls. Check these out:

• Corky - In 1978, Anthony Hopkins and Ann-Margret Olsson star in Magic about a disturbing ventriloquist dummy named Corky.

• Benson - Even children's movies embellish their stories with a little bit of chill-factor. Another ventriloquist dummy, Benson joins the Toy Story 4 cast alongside voiceless Gabby.

• Annabelle - In the film, Annabelle, The Conjuring series centers around a doll whose frozen smile redefines fear factor.

• Brahms - Babysitting is challenging enough. But Brahms ups the ante in the 2016 film The Boy when an old couple leaves for a trip and leaves Brahms in the care of a younger couple. He seems innocent and sweet in his grey sweater and neatly combed hair. They soon learn just how demanding a job it really is.