Trick or Treat

Poster for Trick or Treat

What are you afraid of? It’s only rock & roll.

Film Synopsis

Trick or Treat (1986) follows a bullied teen who discovers an unreleased album by his heavy metal idol and, after playing it, inadvertently conjures the musician’s ghost with sinister intentions. As Halloween approaches, violent and supernatural events surrounding the specter escalate, drawing others into the chaos. This horror comedy blends supernatural terror, heavy metal culture, and 1980s genre sensibilities.

Trick or Treat 4K UHD & Blu-ray editions

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Comparison of Trick or Treat 4K UHD & Blu-ray Editions
Disc Extras
Synapse BD-A 4K/US 2024
Audio Commentary by Paul Corupe and Allison Lang
Audio Commentary by Co-Writer/Producer Michael S. Murphey and Co-Writer Rhet Topham
Audio Commentary by Director Charles Martin Smith
Rock and Shock (81:16)
Horror’s Hallowed Grounds: “Trick or Treat” - With Sean Clark (26:32)
Electronic Press Kit (5:09)
In the Spotlight: A Tribute to Tony Fields (15:07)
“After Midnight” Music Video by Sammi Curr and Fastway (3:46)
Stills Gallery - With Optional Audio interview with Still Photographer Phillip V. Caruso (24:28)
Theatrical Trailer 1 (1:55)
Theatrical Trailer 2 (1:31)
TV Spots (x2, 1:08)
Radio Spots (x3, 2:00)

Edition and Packaging Notes

  • Synapse’s “Limited Edition” 4K UHD is available with three cover options, each containing a booklet with writing by Samm Deighan, Michael Felsher, and Michael Gingold, and a soundtrack CD. Reissued as standard 4K and Blu-ray editions without booklet and CD (2025/03/11).
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