Monster House

| 2006

Directed by: Gil Kenan

Main Plot

"Monster House," directed by Gil Kenan, follows three children—DJ, Chowder, and Jenny—who discover that a neighboring house is actually a living, malevolent entity. As Halloween approaches, they notice strange occurrences and decide to investigate. The house, owned by the reclusive Mr. Nebbercracker, seems to come alive, consuming anything that comes near it. The trio learns that the house is possessed by a vengeful spirit and must find a way to destroy it before it harms anyone else. Their adventure involves uncovering the house's dark history and confronting their fears. The film blends elements of horror and comedy, creating a thrilling yet heartwarming story about friendship and bravery.

Characters

  • Mitchel Musso voices DJ, a curious teenager who discovers his neighbor's house is alive and dangerous, leading his friends on a mission to uncover its secrets.
  • Sam Lerner voices Chowder, DJ's best friend, who helps investigate the eerie, seemingly haunted house across the street, playing a key role in uncovering its secrets.
  • Spencer Locke plays Jenny Bennett, a smart and resourceful girl who teams up with two boys to uncover the secrets of a haunted house in their neighborhood.

Ending Explained

In the movie "Monster House," directed by Gil Kenan, the climax reveals the true nature of the haunted house. The house itself is possessed by the spirit of Constance, the late wife of Mr. Nebbercracker. Constance had a tragic past; she was a circus performer who was ridiculed for her size. Mr. Nebbercracker rescued her, and they built the house together. However, Constance died accidentally during its construction, and her spirit became one with the house, turning it into a living, malevolent entity. In the final confrontation, the protagonists—DJ, Chowder, and Jenny—discover that the only way to stop the house is to destroy its heart, which is the furnace in the basement. With Mr. Nebbercracker's help, they manage to lure the house into a construction site and demolish it using dynamite. This act releases Constance's spirit, bringing peace to the neighborhood. Mr. Nebbercracker, now free from the burden of his haunted home, thanks the children. The movie concludes with the trio enjoying Halloween, having saved their community from the monstrous house.

Gil Kenan Animation Comedy Family Mitchel Musso Sam Lerner Spencer Locke