Velma: This Halloween Needs to Be More Special! – Release date, Voice cast, & Everything we know so far

This October, Velma: This Halloween Needs to Be More Special! is set to captivate audiences with its unique blend of humor and horror. 

Recently, Max unveiled exciting first-look images and a stunning poster featuring our beloved characters—each adorned in eye-catching costumes that will delight both new viewers and longtime fans. 

The adult animated series has stirred up plenty of buzz with its unconventional take on the Scooby-Doo universe, and fans are eager to see how the story unfolds following the shocking cliffhanger of season two. 

Curious about the twists, character dynamics, and mysteries that await in this spooky special? Read everything we know about Velma: This Halloween Needs to Be More Special! From intriguing plot points to behind-the-scenes insights, we’ll reveal captivating details that will leave you on the edge of your seat. 

Stay tuned as we continue to update this article with the latest revelations leading up to the special's release. 

Release date & Where to Watch

Velma: This Halloween Needs to Be More Special! premieres on Max on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024.

Plot

This Halloween, Velma, Scooby-Doo's iconic sidekick, stars in her own spooky special, Velma: This Halloween Needs to Be More Special. This Max Original Adult Animated special continues the storyline from the ongoing Velma series, promising festive shenanigans for the beloved amateur sleuth.

Following the events of season two, the special centers on Velma's friends racing against time to resurrect her by locating a powerful grimoire while evading an angry spirit. As the annual "Sexy Halloween party" approaches, they must confront their deepest fears to survive the night.

This reimagining of the Scooby-Doo gang offers a darker and funnier take on Velma Dinkley’s origin story, exploring her high school life and complex relationships with friends like Daphne, Fred, and Norville (who is notably not referred to as Shaggy in this series).

Although the series faced criticism upon its release, earning a 38% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a mere 7% audience score, its popularity led to a renewal for a second season and this Halloween special. 

Voice Cast

First images from "VELMA: THIS HALLOWEEN NEEDS TO BE MORE SPECIAL!"

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— Animation on Max (@AnimationOnMax) September 25, 2024

• Mindy Kaling as Velma Dinkley
• Glenn Howerton as Fred Jones
• Sam Richardson as Norville Rogers
• Constance Wu as Daphne Blake 
• Russell Peters as Aman Dinkley
• Sarayu Blue as Diya Dinkley
• Jane Lynch as Donna Blake
• Wanda Sykes as Linda Blake
• Frank Welker as William Jones
• Nicole Byer as Blythe Rogers
• Gary Cole as Lamont Rogers
• Andia Winslow as Gigi
• Sara Ramirez as Edna Perdue
• Fortune Feimster as Olive
• Jennifer Hale as Thorn
• Jason Mantzoukas as Scrappy-Doo
• Debby Ryan as Krista
• Kulap Vilaysack as Lola
• Saweetie
• Nicholas Braun
• Richard Kind

Official Trailer

We don't have a trailer yet, but we'll update this section as soon as it becomes available!

What Happened in Velma Season 2?

Velma season two continues the adult animated series' controversial journey following its record-breaking debut on Max despite mixed reviews from critics and fans. The entire season, consisting of ten episodes, was released simultaneously on April 25, 2024, but it faced a similar backlash as season one.

In this season, Velma and her gang pursue a new serial killer who is mutilating men for an undisclosed vendetta. As they investigate, they discover that the murders are tied to Project S.C.O.O.B.I., a failed Cold War military operation involving brain-swapping. The season also introduces a reimagined version of Scrappy-Doo, depicted as a test subject from Project S.C.O.O.B.I.

The finale, titled "Til Death," takes a dark turn when Scrappy fatally wounds Velma. However, in a twist, he dies after Velma's ghost possesses his body. The episode concludes with Amber, the daughter of former Hex Girls vocalist Thorn, revealing that Velma can be resurrected through magic—but only on Halloween night.

Will There be Velma Season 3?

Although Velma is set to return soon with a Halloween special, there’s currently no confirmation from Max regarding a third season. The unique take on Velma Dinkley has seen significant changes from previous versions of the Scooby Gang. However, fans may still hope for a scenario where they all team up with a talking dog to solve mysteries in their iconic van. 

Behind the Scenes

Velma: This Halloween Needs to Be More Special! is developed and written by Charlie Grandy, who also serves as an executive producer alongside Mindy Kaling, Howard Klein, Elijah Aron, and Sam Register. The directing team includes Adam Parton and Meg Waldow. Key production staff includes Jessica Kumai Scott as co-executive producer, Amy Winfrey as supervising producer, Kandace Reuter as producer, and Greg Gallant as co-producer.