“Leprechaun in the Hood” (2000) is the fifth installment in the Leprechaun horror-comedy series, bringing a unique twist to the franchise by setting the story in an urban environment. Directed by Rob Spera, this film blends horror with hip-hop culture, adding a layer of humor and absurdity to the leprechaun’s reign of terror.
The movie begins with the evil Leprechaun (played by Warwick Davis), who is once again in pursuit of his precious gold, which has been stolen from him. This time, the story centers around a group of struggling rappers—Postmaster P (Anthony Montgomery), Stray Bullet (Rashaan Nall), and Butch (Red Grant)—who are trying to make it big in the music industry. After being rejected by record producers, they decide to rob the wealthy Mack Daddy (Ice-T), a notorious music producer and gangster who made his fortune using a magical flute that he originally stole from the Leprechaun. Unbeknownst to the rappers, the flute has mystical powers, and stealing it sets off a chain of supernatural events.
During the heist, the trio accidentally releases the Leprechaun from his statue form, where Mack Daddy had imprisoned him years ago. Freed and furious, the Leprechaun embarks on a relentless killing spree to reclaim his gold and the magic flute. Throughout the movie, the Leprechaun uses his dark magical abilities to track down the group, killing anyone who stands in his way with brutal creativity and twisted humor.
As the story unfolds, the trio finds themselves battling not only the Leprechaun but also Mack Daddy, who wants the flute back to maintain his grip on power. The movie culminates in a final showdown between the rappers, the Leprechaun, and Mack Daddy, filled with a mix of horror, violence, and absurd humor. In the end, the Leprechaun once again emerges victorious, leaving behind a chaotic trail of death while delivering his signature rhymes and dark wit.
“Leprechaun in the Hood” stands out for its odd fusion of genres, blending slasher horror with urban comedy and hip-hop.