The Haunted Mansion (Widescreen Edition)

First off, I am a HUGE fan of The Haunted Mansion at Disneyland! Without a doubt, it is one of Disney's greatest achievements, and a ride I could go on again and again and never get tired of! My other favorite at Disneyland is Pirates Of The Caribbean, so the fact that Disney made movies based on my 2 favorite attractions shows what I've known all along-they are the best of the best! The film versions of Pirates Of The Caribbean are brilliant, they are some of my favorite Disney films. The film version of The Haunted Mansion is...well, not as good. That's not to say this movie is bad; it is, in fact, quite well done! The references to the attraction throughout the film are awesome and cleverly done, I appreciate the fact that the filmmakers were big fans of the ride as well. It has several humorous moments too, and the makeup and special effects work is simply amazing! It's a good movie overall, but it could've been better.
Honestly, I think Disney should consider making a (gasp!) sequel to this film. With the right actors and the right story, a lot of fans would be happier than they were with this movie. They got the film versions of Pirates Of The Caribbean right (and more!), The Haunted Mansion deserves no less.

As kid, I was absolutely enchanted by Disneyland's Haunted Mansion. When the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movie was such an enjoyable smash hit, I got even more excited about seeing this film, but it was a big letdown.

The artistic design and special effects are, for the most part, a genuine tribute to the magic of the ride. But, whereas elements of the "Pirates" ride were implemented into the plotline of its movie with seamless credibility, references to the ghostly attraction in this movie were somewhat gratuitous.

Add to that an endless parade of low-brow humor, poor writing and cheesy acting, and you have really ticked me off, Disney. With all the heart and creativity he poured into his attraction, I'm sure the spirit of Walt is troubled within his cryogenically-preserved body which orbits the earth even as I type this review.

This movie is Based on one of my favirte rides at disney world.Murphey is great in the film he is a father who is obsests with his work.His wife is then told to sell a mansion.

This movie had the potential of being great, but now there is no going back. Why was this family used in the film? I cannot relate to these guys for the time period or situation. We are avid annual passport holders and live in pirates and haunted mansion ride. I am completely crushed at the way this film turned out and what could have been.
Pirates of the Caribbean was awesome thanks to Depp and creepy Rush. See that first.

Silly nonsense. This was another painful experience. Almost every part of this film (aside from the special effects), is horrible. I would not recomend it as family viewing. Unless you don't mind your children seeing it, they might enjoy it, but there are some very frightening scenes, and, although there isn't any foul language or nudity, there really is nothing redeeming about it. NOTE: The special features are much better than the movie.
** Two Stars