Looking to get into the Halloween spirit with some eerie cinematic experiences? You’re in for a treat as best Halloween movies this year is brimming with nostalgia. Many of our cherished spooky classics are either getting revamped or, even better, receiving a sequel. Dive into these timeless holiday gems guaranteed to give you a spine-tingling thrill
Best Halloween Movies
Hocus Pocus 2
Reuniting the iconic trio of Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, this sequel will rekindle your love for the mischievous witches from the original 1993 film. Prepare for Halloween by streaming this family classic on Disney+.
Nope
In this 2022 thriller directed by Jordan Peele, Keke Palmer and Daniel Kaluuya portray siblings, Emerald and OJ, who embark on a mission to unravel their father’s enigmatic demise. With a chilling drama unfolding against a desolate Western backdrop, expect spine-tingling sci-fi scares and UFO intrigue. You can currently catch it on Amazon Prime Video.
Scream
Let’s journey back to 1996 when “Scream” graced the horror genre with its deadly mind games and the malevolent masked antagonist terrorizing a small town. Featuring a star-studded cast including Drew Barrymore, David Arquette, Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and Rose McGowan, this film is available for streaming on Paramount Plus.
Halloween Ends
The third installment of the Halloween franchise featuring the indomitable Jamie Lee Curtis, who originally starred in the 1978 “Halloween.” Brace yourself as Michael Myers escapes from an insane asylum, embarking on a ruthless quest to eliminate his sister, portrayed by Curtis, while leaving a trail of brutal murders in his wake. Stream this chilling narrative on Amazon Prime Video.
Beetlejuice
Inject some laughter into your Halloween repertoire with the zany “Beetlejuice.” Since its 1988 debut, this film has been a fan favorite, with Michael Keaton’s uproarious portrayal of Beetlejuice himself. Witness the antics of a deceased couple haunting their home, much to the chagrin of its new inhabitants, played by Alec Baldwin, Winona Ryder, and Geena Davis. Get ready to laugh out loud while streaming it on HBO Max.
Hellraiser
A “reimagining” of Clive Barker’s 1987 horror masterpiece, “Hellraiser” spins a tale of Riley (portrayed by Odessa A’zion of Netflix’s “Grand Army”) grappling with addiction and inadvertently entangling herself and her brother in peril by pilfering from the wrong storage facility. Uncover the mysteries streaming on Hulu.
Us (2019)
“Us” is a 2019 horror-thriller film written and directed by Jordan Peele. The movie revolves around a family, the Wilsons, led by Adelaide (played by Lupita Nyong’o) and Gabe Wilson (played by Winston Duke), who go on a vacation to a beach house. Their trip takes a terrifying turn when they are confronted by a group of doppelgängers that look identical to them but harbor malevolent intentions.
Get ready for some spooktacular movie nights and let these best Halloween movies send shivers down your spine or tickle your funny bone, depending on your preference!
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