With Halloween 2025 around the corner, it’s time to curate a chilling yet fun viewing list that spans cozy classics, laugh‑out‑loud supernatural comedies, and genuinely eerie horrors.
Whether you're gearing up for a family-friendly movie night or a heart-pounding scare session, here are 12 standout movies and shows to consider—each offering just the right kind of spine-tingle for your Halloween evening.
1. Hocus Pocus (1993) – A lighthearted witchy romp full of memorable Sanderson sisters, carnival hijinks, and a dash of nostalgic Halloween magic.
2. Beetlejuice (1988) – Tim Burton’s macabre comedy about ghosts, a mischievous bio-exorcist, and afterlife antics remains a delightfully spooky choice.
3. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) – The hauntingly beautiful stop-motion adventure where Halloween Town collides with Christmas Town; eerie, inventive, and seasonally perfect.
4. ParaNorman (2012) – A clever, heartfelt animated horror-comedy about a boy who can speak to the dead and must save his town from a witch’s curse—ideal for teens and adults alike.
5. The Addams Family (2019) – This animated reimagining of the spooky, kooky clan hits the sweet spot between witty satire and Halloween aesthetics.
6. Totally Killer (2023) – A time-traveling slasher mash-up with an ’80s throwback vibe and surprising heart: think humor, blood, and nostalgia in one.
7. Weapons (2025) – One of this year’s bold horror offerings: a twisty, intense tale of missing children and suburban terror, perfect for a chilling night in.
8. Sinners (2025) – A fresh psychological slash-and-twist feature where a group of friends’ Halloween retreat in a hunting lodge transforms into a night of reckoning and survival.
9. Stitch Head (2025) – A quirky, gothic animated horror about a creature awakened in an abandoned castle—perfect if you want something offbeat and visually distinct.
10. Haul Out the Halloween (2025) – For something lighter and festive, this Hallmark Halloween-themed movie brings charm, seasonal vibes, and a break from full-on terror.
11. Freeform 31 Nights of Halloween (2025) – Not a single movie but a month-long TV celebration of Halloween cinema with nightly marathons of favorites like Hocus Pocus, Casper, and The Nightmare Before Christmas.
12. Halloween (1978) – No Halloween list is complete without the original slasher that started it all. Michael Myers, atmosphere, and suspense at its finest.
Mix a couple of lighter titles with a more intense one, gather your blankets, and perhaps dim the lights… October 31 is ready for you.
