The Haunted Mansion (movie)

The Haunted Mansion is a 2003 American horror comedy film based on the attraction of the same name at Disney theme parks. Directed by Rob Minkoff, the film is written by David Barenbaum, and stars Eddie Murphy, Terence Stamp, Nathaniel Parker, Marsha Thomason, and Jennifer Tilly.

Production
Michael Keaton, Brendan Fraser, Jim Carrey, Mel Gibson, Tim Robbins, Jon Lovitz, Tim Allen, Tom Hanks and Mike Myers were also considered for the role of Jim Evers. However, Mike Myers and Tim Robbins were too busy working on Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me.

Release
The film was theatrically released in the United States on November 26, 2003 and is Disney's second film based on an attraction following the television film Tower of Terror. The film grossed $182.3 million worldwide on a $90 million budget and was panned by critics.

Filming
Principal photography began on December 21, 1998, and wrapped on a April 28, 1999.

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