The spookiest of traditions—Halloween movie marathons—are about to begin as the holiday approaches like a mischievous ghost in a haunted house! For those who enjoy scary movies, spooky thrillers, or vintage monster movies, there’s a spine-tingling picture that will make you want to celebrate Halloween. Grab your popcorn, light your jack-o’-lanterns, and dive into the ultimate Halloween movie marathon lineup!
“The Addams Family” (1991)
Nothing says Halloween quite like the creepy and kooky Addams Family. With morbid humor and a family dynamic that is charming in the weirdest ways, this movie is perfect for anyone who enjoys Halloween with a dash of gothic whimsy.
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“Casper” (1995)
For a heartwarming twist to end your Halloween movie marathon, watch Casper. The friendly ghost will win you over as he tries to fit in with the living while still managing to scare a few folks along the way.Â
Scare Level: 🎃 (A friendly scare)
“Hereditary” (2018)
Starting with a psychological gut punch, Hereditary is one of the most unsettling films you’ll ever experience. The film follows a family unraveling after the death of their mysterious matriarch.
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“Coraline” (2009)
If you’re up for something more spine-tingling but still animated, Coraline is a hauntingly beautiful stop-motion film that can unnerve adults.Â
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“The Exorcist” (1973)
No scary movie marathon is complete without the ancestor of them all, The Exorcist. A young girl, Regan, becomes possessed by a demonic force, and two priests are called in to save her. Good luck not thinking about Regan’s spinning head next time you hear a creaky noise.
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“The Conjuring” (2013)
If haunted houses give you the chills, The Conjuring will have you hiding under your blanket. Based on the real-life cases of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, the film follows their investigation of a family tormented by a dark force in their farmhouse.
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“A Nightmare on Elm Street” (1984)
Ever wonder what would happen if your nightmares came to life? Wes Craven’s A Nightmare on Elm Street introduces Freddy Krueger, a disfigured killer who haunts teenagers in their dreams.
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“Midsommar” (2019)
If you’re feeling brave, end your marathon with Midsommar, a horror movie that takes place almost entirely in daylight—but is no less disturbing for it.Â
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“Scary Movie” (2000)
A parody of every horror movie cliché imaginable, Scary Movie takes the genre’s ridiculousness to the extreme. From slasher films to supernatural horrors, this film spoofs them all with over-the-top jokes, physical comedy, and wildly inappropriate humor.Â
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“Hocus Pocus” (1993)
Kick off your spooky night with this classic witch’s brew of laughs and lighthearted frights. Sure, they’re trying to steal children’s souls, but they do it with so much flair and sass, you almost root for them. Plus, who can resist a good rendition of “I Put a Spell on You”?
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Final Thoughts 💀🍿
There you have it—a lineup that will give even the bravest horror fans the creeps. Whether you’re in the mood for supernatural scares, classic slashers, or psychological horror that gets under your skin, these movies will make your Halloween seriously spooky. Just don’t forget to check under your bed before you sleep; you never know what might be lurking there. 😈🎃