He is definitely in my top 5 favorite film characters of all time, and my favorite horror film franchise. He wasn't some buffed out Stallone or Schwarzenegger (I do love both of them don't get me wrong) type of character, just a middle/old aged, over-anxious,  court psychiatrist with a gun and a trench coat. When I was younger, as much as I liked the other sequels, he was always my favorite part of them and was excellent, even in the ones that are looked down upon, and I still stand by that. Not trying to knock Malcolm McDowell, but I felt his portrayal of the role wasn't that good in my opinion. Donald Pleasance was absolutely phenomenal in his portrayal of this character, his 'Devils Eyes' monologue is the stuff of horror legend and he loved playing the role. When he passed away, the series (to me) just didn't feel the same, and I do like H2O, but not Resurrection. There will always be one Loomis to me, and that's all I need. R.I.P to Mr. Pleasance.

“You don’t know what death is”

Donald Pleasance gave 1000% in every role he plays, he is awesome

He made the movies even better. I miss this man.

Dr Loomis is as mysterious, dark and badass as Michael. The combo of Dr Loomis and Michael is what separates the Halloween franchise from others.

What I love about Dr Loomis is the fact that he was willing to let Michael kill him if it meant he wouldn't hurt anyone else, the man is a selfless hero

Maybe the best character ever in film history! Dr. Loomis for life! R.I.P. Donald Pleasance.

Dr. Loomis is, hands-down, the greatest horror movie character ever. His captain Ahab style persona should have become a horror trope itself.

“An hour ago I stood up and fired six shots into him. He just got up and walked away. I’m talking about the real possibility that he is still out there!” Love that line!

May he rest in peace😪
Such a great actor
Keep making movies donald you are missed by fans

You want HER!!! Here's your little girl!! Michael! Let's play a game! Catch the little girl!!!! Man that scene was terrifying!  Donald Pleasance played that role! The best ever! R.I.P DP

The most memorable part of the Halloween franchise is when Loomis looks over the balcony after shooting the boogeyman, and seeing that he is gone.

30 years he’s been gone. And his craft is still being looked fondly upon. What an actor, I hope he passed knowing how much people cherished these movies.

An actor to be cherished, bond, great escape, loomis, twilight zone, everything

In my opinion , Donald was much of an iconic character as The Shape.

He was pretty much the only reason I looked forward to the Halloween films.

"death has come to your little town sheriff you can either help me stop it or ignore it "  RIP Donald Pleasence  he was awesome in the role

Donald Pleasance was a badass. He should have won an Oscar for this role. I love you and miss you always. Rest in Peace you legend.

Samuel Loomis is my favorite character from the Halloween movies

He was never scared of michael