Gremlins (1984) 20 Weird & Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know!

Gremlins (1984) is one of the wildest blends of horror, comedy, and Christmas chaos ever made — but behind the mischievous Mogwai, late-night mayhem, and creature effects are some of the strangest, funniest, and most unbelievable production secrets of the 80s.

In this video, we uncover 20 weird, surprising, and downright hilarious facts about Gremlins: from the complicated animatronics that constantly malfunctioned, to the original much darker script, the insane amount of puppeteers needed for each scene, and Steven Spielberg’s unexpected contributions that changed the entire movie.

Learn how Gizmo was almost the villain, which scenes were originally too violent for audiences, how the crew pulled off the bar and kitchen sequences, and why Phoebe Cates’ infamous “Santa story” almost got cut. We’ll also explore the movie’s impact on the MPAA ratings system, the cast’s off-camera antics, and the hidden easter eggs referencing other 80s classics.

🔥 If you’re a fan of creature features, 80s movies, practical effects, Steven Spielberg, or Christmas horror-comedy, this deep dive into Gremlins is perfect for you.
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