Gremlins is a 1984 comedy horror film directed by Joe Dante and produced by Steven Spielberg. The film follows a young man named Billy who receives a strange creature called a Mogwai as a Christmas gift. However, after breaking some of the creature's rules, he and his town are soon overrun by mischievous and malevolent Gremlins. The film was a commercial success and became a cult classic, spawning a sequel and a large franchise that includes merchandise, comic books, and a TV show in development. Gremlins is known for its unique blend of horror and comedy, as well as its iconic creature designs and memorable characters.