Spooky season is upon us with Halloween creeping just around the corner. Decorations are being put up and costumes are being planned as people start to get into the Halloween spirit. You know what works best? Scary movies! So go grab a blanket and some popcorn as you dive into these Halloween classics.
“It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” (1966)
Start your movie marathon with this comfy classic that all ages can enjoy. Watch the Peanuts gang trick-or-treat, carve pumpkins, and try to spot the magical “Great Pumpkin.” It’s a fan favorite for its nostalgic moments, humorous charm, and Halloween tradition. If you want something spirited but not too scary, then this is a perfect way to kick off the night.
“Hocus Pocus” (1993)
Want to have a laugh before the horror really starts? Then “Hocus Pocus” is the perfect watch. Before diving into scarier films, enjoy this Halloween comedy about the witchy Sanderson sisters trying to become immortal. This movie is full of laughs, magic, and quotable lines that make a fun treat for fans of Halloween fun.
“Poltergeist” (1982)
Poltergeist really ups the ante when compared to the previous movies. It follows a suburban family plagued by menacing spirits in this supernatural classic. Expect to see lots of jumpscares and eerily suspenseful scenes. This hauntingly excellent film went on to influence generations of supernatural horror movies.
(While currently rated PG, it was originally rated R for its intense horror elements)
“A Nightmare on Elm Street” (1984)
Now this is a true classic horror movie. Freddy Krueger uses his clawed glove and nightmare-ish powers to prey on teenagers in their dreams, the terrifying character
helping cement its place as an iconic horror film. The movie is famous for its inventive storytelling and new twist on the slasher genre that is sure to send shivers down your spine.
(Rated R – viewer discretion advised)
“Scream” (1996)
Last but not least is a teen slasher that mixes dark humor with terrifying scares, introducing one of horror’s most iconic villains, Ghostface. This film pokes fun at classic horror clichés while having some incredible performances from actors that solidifies it as one of the greatest horror movies of all time.
(Rated R – viewer discretion advised)
