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Mom's Got a Date with a Vampire
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Written by Lindsay Naythons (story)
Robert Keats (teleplay)
Directed by Steve Boyum
Starring Caroline Rhea
Matt O'Leary
Laura Vandervoort
Myles Jeffrey
Charles Shaughnessy
Robert Carradine
Jake Epstein
Theme music composer Christopher Brady
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
Production
Producer(s) Don Schain, Michael J Nathanson, Clifford Alsberg, Bettina Viviano
Cinematography Michael Storey
Editor(s) Alan Cody
Running time 85 minutes
Production company(s) Upstart Entertainment
Distributor Buena Vista Television
Release
Original network Disney Channel
Original release October 13, 2000 (2000-10-13)

Mom's Got a Date with a Vampire is a fun and spooky TV movie from the year 2000. It's a mix of horror and comedy, directed by Steve Boyum. The movie stars Caroline Rhea, Matt O'Leary, Charles Shaughnessy, Laura Vandervoort, and Robert Carradine. It first showed on the Disney Channel on Friday, October 13, 2000, as a special Disney Channel Original Movie.

Story of the Movie

This movie is about the Hansen family and a very unusual date. Two of the kids, Adam and Chelsea, are grounded. They really want to go out! Adam wants to see a concert, and Chelsea has a date with her boyfriend.

How the Date Happens

To get their mom, Lynette, out of the house, Adam and Chelsea try to set her up on a date. They arrange for her to meet a mysterious man named Dimitri. Everything seems to be going well for their plan.

Taylor's Discovery

Their younger brother, Taylor, who is only 8 years old, starts to notice strange things about Dimitri. He soon realizes that Dimitri might be a vampire. Taylor tries to tell his older siblings, but they don't believe him at first.

Calling a Vampire Hunter

Since his brother and sister don't believe him, Taylor decides to take action himself. He calls a famous vampire hunter named Malachi Van Helsing. Taylor hopes Van Helsing can help prove that Dimitri is a vampire and protect their mom.

The Spoon Test and a Shocking Truth

On the night of the date, Taylor follows his mom and Dimitri. Adam and Chelsea follow Taylor, worried about their punishments. Adam tries to make Taylor stop thinking Dimitri is a vampire by making up a "spoon test." But Adam soon discovers the truth: Dimitri doesn't have a reflection in the mirror, which means Taylor was right all along!

Saving Their Mom

Adam and Chelsea realize their mom is in danger. Dimitri puts Lynette in a trance and plans to take her to his mansion. Meanwhile, Van Helsing arrives, ready to hunt Dimitri. Taylor, who also wants to save his mom, teams up with Van Helsing.

The Final Battle

Taylor, Adam, Chelsea, and Van Helsing all work together to fight Dimitri. Dimitri is very powerful. He tries to bite Adam, but Adam and Chelsea call out to their mom. This breaks Lynette's trance, because true love can break a vampire's spell. Lynette then throws Dimitri into his coffin.

What Happens Next

Van Helsing quickly seals the coffin with special silver-plated nails. He explains that he will send the coffin to a place where the sun always shines. After this adventure, Van Helsing asks Lynette out on a date. But the kids have had enough talk about dates for one night! Lynette tells them she will date, "Just not vampires." The family then heads home for breakfast as the sun rises.

Main Characters

  • Lynette Hansen (Caroline Rhea): She is the strict but loving mom of Chelsea, Adam, and Taylor. She is very protective of her youngest son, Taylor.
  • Adam Hansen (Matt O'Leary): He is 13 years old and the middle child. Adam is a bit lazy but becomes brave when his family is in danger.
  • Malachi Van Helsing (Robert Carradine): A professional vampire hunter who helps the kids.
  • Chelsea Hansen (Laura Vandervoort): She is 16 years old and the oldest child. Chelsea is focused on her social life but cares deeply for her family.
  • Taylor Hansen (Myles Jeffrey): The youngest child at 8 years old. Taylor is very smart and is the first to figure out Dimitri's secret.
  • Dimitri Denatos (Charles Shaughnessy): The main bad guy in the movie. He is a charming but evil vampire.
  • Duffy (Jake Epstein): Adam's best friend.

See also

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