Halloween just got a little spookier and a lot more fun! Butch Patrick, famously known for his role as Eddie Munster in the beloved TV series The Munsters, is set to host a special viewing party of the 1966 film Munster, Go Home! on NOST this Halloween night. Fans of the classic horror-comedy family will have the unique opportunity to watch the film with Patrick himself, adding commentary, fun facts, and personal memories to the experience. It’s a real treat for fans of the original show, bringing a nostalgic blast from the past just in time for Halloween.
Munster, Go Home! was a significant milestone for The Munsters as it marked the show’s first appearance in full color. The film took the quirky family from their usual haunt in Mockingbird Heights to the foggy countryside of England, where they inherit an ancient estate and a title, causing more than a little chaos along the way. The plot thickens when Herman Munster (played by Fred Gwynne) learns that he’s the new Lord Munster, inheriting an English manor called Munster Hall. As the family heads to England, their gothic humor and eccentricities clash hilariously with British high society, delivering classic Munsters-style comedy with a twist.
Joining Gwynne’s towering Herman Munster, Yvonne De Carlo reprised her role as the glamorous but spooky Lily Munster, Al Lewis brought his hilariously mischievous charm as Grandpa, and Debbie Watson replaced Pat Priest as Marilyn, the “normal” Munster niece. The film introduced audiences to a range of new characters, including Lady Effigie, a scheming member of the British Munster clan who is set on keeping Munster Hall for herself. The film plays with classic horror tropes, poking fun at upper-class British society while indulging in The Munsters‘ signature slapstick and physical humor.
For fans, Munster, Go Home! holds a special place in the series’ history, as it was the first time the Munster family was seen in vibrant color. The change brought new life to the characters, especially Herman, whose bright green skin became a comical sight compared to the show’s traditional black-and-white format. Although the film didn’t receive overwhelming box office success at the time, it has since become a cult classic, cherished by fans of the series and those who appreciate vintage horror-comedy.
Butch Patrick’s hosting adds an exciting layer to the Halloween broadcast, as he shares anecdotes from the set and insights into his experiences working with the original cast. Patrick was just 11 years old when Munster, Go Home! was filmed, and his perspective on the production offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at one of the 1960s’ most iconic TV families. His commentary promises to be filled with personal stories, giving fans an inside look at what it was like to be a young actor on set with some of television’s most unforgettable characters.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of The Munsters or just discovering their zany world for the first time, this special Halloween showing on NOST is the perfect way to celebrate. Patrick’s hosting is a chance to relive the magic of the Munster family and see the film through the eyes of Eddie Munster himself. For fans, it’s a nostalgic Halloween treat, and for newcomers, it’s an introduction to one of the quirkiest, most beloved families in TV history.
So, gather around the TV this Halloween night with your favorite snacks, settle into the spooky ambiance, and join Butch Patrick on NOST as he revisits Munster, Go Home! This is one viewing party that promises to be frightfully delightful!