'Goosebumps' to release in India on October 30

After debuting at the US Box Office at #1 this week, Sony Pictures, the studio that brought you the super-hit JUMANJI, is all set to give goosebumps to moviegoers with the release of its hair-raising action-adventure film, GOOSEBUMPS in 3D and 2D in India on October 30. The film will enjoy a wide release in English, Hindi and Tamil just before Halloween. 

The movie is based on Goosebumps, the bestselling book series written by bestselling author R. L. Stine.  Actor Jack Black will be seen playing famed author R.L. Stine who will take viewers on an unforgettable journey filled with action, special effects and adventure as the creatures he created are accidentally let loose from their Goosebumps manuscripts. Critics and audiences are comparing the film to JUMANJI, another major box office success.

Stine's extensive library of scary stories has been a must-read for the kids seeking the thrill of spooks and cliff-hanger moments. The film promises to hold the true essence of the stories geared towards fun with a dose of scares. Also starring in GOOSEBUMPS are Dylan Minnette, Odeya Rush, Amy Ryan, Jillian Bell, Ryan Lee and Ken Marino. The cast also includes many of Stine's famous creations from the book series. Leading the way as the chief villain in the movie is Stine's most lasting creation, Slappy the Dummy. 

The film is directed by Rob Letterman from a screenplay by Darren Lemke and Mike White and the story is by Scott Alexander & Larry Karaszewski and Darren Lemke.