31 Films for Halloween, #1: Dr. Giggles (1992)

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Duh.

It's "Dr. Giggles".

You want a slasher that's FUN? This is THE film for you.

SO many doctor jokes. SO many victims. And the late Larry Drake SHINES with pathos, humor, and terror as the eponymous villain.


The doctor will see you NOW.

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