Mr. Vampire Collection

The Mr. Vampire Collection is a series of films originating with the 1985 Hong Kong comedy horror film Mr. Vampire (暫時停止呼吸). This initial film's positive reception spurred the development of a franchise, encompassing four sequels released between 1986 and 1992, alongside other films with similar thematic elements released between 1987 and 1991. Directed by Ricky Lau and produced by Sammo Hung, the collection spans a total runtime of 279 minutes. The franchise includes three films: Mr. Vampire (1985), Mr. Vampire II (1986), and Mr. Vampire III (1987). These films were released in Taiwan under the title 暫時停止呼吸 (Hold Your Breath for a Moment). The collection's active period lasted from 1985 to 1987, with a combined budget of zero and revenue of zero. Ricky Lau served as the sole director for the franchise's sequels. The films within the Mr. Vampire Collection collectively represent a body of work that explores supernatural themes through a comedic lens. In total, the collection comprises three films with a combined runtime of 279 minutes.