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A list of 118 titles of horror, comedy, fantasy and family-friendly films and shows that capture the Halloween spirit. From classics like Hocus Pocus and Halloween to modern gems like Trick 'r Treat and The Nightmare Before Christmas, find your perfect Halloween watch here.
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Sep 30, 2023 · 1. Halloween (1978) Compass Pictures. Given that this iconic film — featuring the unstoppable killing machine that is Michael Myers — shares a name with the year's spookiest holiday, it's just...
- ‘Tis the spooky season … for scares! Grab a comfy blanket, a big bowl of candy and maybe a flashlight—just in case! Halloween is creeping up on us, which means it’s time to scare yourself silly with the best Halloween movies.
- Halloween. Released: 1978. Directed by: John Carpenter. Go back to the original slasher classic starring Jamie Lee Curtis to experience one of the best Halloween movies of all time.
- Scream. Released: 1996. Directed by: Wes Craven. What’s your favorite scary movie? It’s Halloween night, and your vocal cords need exercise. Time for Scream. Why is screaming fun?
- Nosferatu. Released: 1922. Travel back to the creepy origins of vampire movies with the silent cinema masterpiece Nosfera tu. You’ll be mesmerized by the nightmare visuals as the vampire count terrorizes a small town, and you’ll recognize the shadowy visual style that still influences horror movies today.
- 1 Halloween Ends. Halloween Ends is the sequel to Halloween Kills, and as the title says, it’s the end of the reboot timeline and the Michael Myers/Laurie Strode storyline.
- 2 Halloween Kills. Halloween Kills is the sequel to Halloween, and it picks up at the end of the previous movie. Halloween Kills sees Allyson teaming up with legacy characters Tommy Doyle (Anthony Michael Hall), Lindsey Wallace (Kyle Richards), and Marion Chambers (Nancy Stephens) to go catch and kill Michael Myers, while Laurie is taken to the hospital.
- 3 Halloween (2018) In 2018, the Halloween saga was brought back to life with a legacy sequel. Directed by David Gordon Green, Halloween is a direct sequel to Carpenter’s original movie, ignoring all sequels and remakes that came after it.
- 4 Halloween II (2009) Despite mixed reviews, Rob Zombie’s Halloween was granted a sequel, simply titled Halloween II. Zombie’s Halloween II catches up with Laurie, who is now living with the Bracketts, while Michael continues his murder spree.
- It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966) This is a true classic the whole family can enjoy. For more than 50 years, Snoopy and the gang have been getting us into the Halloween spirit.
- Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) The cult-favorite musical is the longest running theatrical release in history, because of its frequent, interactive showings around Halloween.
- Hocus Pocus (1993) You can't go wrong with Hocus Pocus. The family-friendly comedy stars Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy star as three Salem, Massachusetts witches, resurrected just in time for Halloween.
- Harry Potter. It's been argued that the Harry Potter films are all Christmas movies, as the festive season often features, but it's also safe to call them Halloween flicks—after all, the story is about witches and wizards.
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Oct 1, 2022 · Looking for spooky recommendations to stream in October? Polygon's What to Watch team offers a daily selection of horror gems, from classics to cult favorites, for every taste and mood.
Oct 2, 2023 · Looking for some spooky entertainment this October? Variety lists 21 films to get you into the seasonal spirit, from horror classics to family-friendly comedies. Whether you prefer scares, laughs or nostalgia, there's something for everyone on this list.
