What is Chucky about?

'Chucky' is an American horror television series created by Don Mancini, which extends the narrative of the iconic 'Child's Play' movie saga. Set in a seemingly serene American town, the series begins when a vintage Chucky doll appears at a suburban yard sale, marking the onset of a series of gruesome murders signaling turmoil and chaos. These killings not only disturb the town's facade of tranquility but also begin to unravel its hidden hypocrisies and buried secrets. As the drama unfolds, characters from Chucky's dark past, both allies and adversaries, emerge and contribute to the growing tension while threatening to unveil the puppet’s mysterious origin and the real motivators of bloodshed. The series showcases a blend of new faces and returning franchise veterans, with Brad Dourif reprising his role as the voice of Chucky. The cast also includes Zackary Arthur, Björgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Teo Briones, and Devon Sawa, along with franchise alums Fiona Dourif, Alex Vincent, Christine Elise, Jennifer Tilly, and Billy Boyd. Premiering on October 12, 2021, across Syfy and USA Network, 'Chucky' brings Don Mancini’s vision to the small screen complemented by executive production alongside David Kirschner, Nick Antosca, Alex Hedlund, and Jeff Renfroe. The series has garnered generally positive critical acclaim for its storytelling and faithfulness to the horror genre roots of its predecessor films.

The first episode of Chucky aired on October 12, 2021 and the most recent episode to air was on October 25, 2023.