About Under Wraps

Under Wraps is a 2021 American television movie, a remake of the 1997 Disney Channel Original Movie of the same name. The film was premiered on Disney Channel on October 8, 2021. It is a Halloween-themed movie directed by Alex Zamm and produced by Todd Y. Murata and Charles Lyall. The screenplay was written by Alex Zamm and William Robertson.

In terms of plot, the story follows three friends, Amy, Marshall, and Gilbert who stumble upon an ancient mummy named Harold in the basement of a "dead" man, Mr. Kubot. The kids are delighted at first but soon realize that they must return the mummy to his resting place by midnight on Halloween. In the process, they have to elude a greedy collector who's out to add Harold to his collection.

Making / Production

The movie is a remake of the classic 1997 Disney channel original with the same name, bringing a fresh perspective to the entertaining story. The director, Alex Zamm, has reimagined this tale while maintaining the elements that made the original a cult favorite.

Actors

• Malachi Barton plays the role of Marshall, portraying a adventurous 12-year old who places his friends above everything else.
• Sophia Hammons as Amy, the new girl in town who isn’t afraid to face anything that life throws at her.
• Phil Wright portrays the character of Harold, the mummy who forms an unlikely friendship with the children.
• Christian J. Simon takes on the role of Gilbert, Marshall’s hilarious best friend whose life is ruled by his fears.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film is a remake of Disney's first-ever original movie from 1997.
• This is Phil Wright's first acting role, having previously been known as a renowned choreographer.
• The film was shot and produced during the COVID-19 pandemic with all necessary precautions.

Quotes

• "Harold's not cursed - he's just special!" – Marshall
• "Mummies, gotta catch them all!" - Amy
• "We're talking about a mummy, not a puppy. You can't keep it!" - Gilbert

Music and Soundtrack

• "Under Wraps" Theme Song
• "It's Your Birthday"
• "In the Dark"