The clown can shapeshift into evil things, specifically things that the seven outcasts fear. The film is based on Stephen King’s 1986 novel centered around a clown and seven outcasts.
Now, of course, I need to add a horror film to this list, and my third Halloween movie to watch is “It” - specifically the 2017 reboot. So many people enjoy dressing up as witches, and this movie can drive people to dress up and love Halloween even more.Īccording to a ScreenRant article, “Hocus Pocus” leads every must-watch Halloween movie list, and even though it was underrated in 1993 when it was released, the film has magically become one of Disney’s most popular movies. With the storyline surrounding witches, it’s not scary but has very recognizable costumes. “Hocus Pocus” hits a sweet spot for not only children but also adults. This movie should be on everyone’s annual Halloween traditions list. “Hocus Pocus” is a classic and ranked No. From scary Halloween costumes to delicious candy and cold nights, “Coraline” demonstrates those themes brilliantly. Who would ever think a children’s movie could be so dark and twisted but have a feeling of comfort? To me, those dark and twisted words are comforting and the reason why I love Halloween. The movie truly gives me a sense that Halloween is coming, and it gets me in the holiday spirit. Each character is fascinating to look at, and the animation of the setting is captivating - not to mention the plot is mysterious and makes you want to know more. I love how it is a little creepy but is so fun to watch. 1 movie to watch in the Halloween season and is one of my favorite movies. Some are scary and others are funny, but they’re all spooky and fantastic for the Halloween season. (And a few horror flicks that are just essential viewing on fright night.With Halloween around the corner, it’s only fitting to talk about some of my favorite Halloween movies. Here are our picks for the best Halloween movies. So even if it's summertime (or Christmastime), there can still be Halloween. We're calling “Halloween movies” those films set around the October holiday or featuring themes of the celebration across culture, including burial, harvest, and communion with the dead. How do you know what to pick? What makes a movie a "Halloween movie" in the first place? Is that even a genre? Is it different from a horror movie? Are all horror movies Halloween movies? Does a Halloween movie have to be a horror movie? Why do we even associate the holiday with things that jump in the night and on the screen? While the latter question is historical and somewhat straightforward ( ancient autumn celebrations marked moments when the threshold between living and spirit realms broke down-and so when ghosts jumped out), the question of movie genre can get a bit tricky. We’re talking about Halloween in cinema-your cinema, your local cinema, that cold drive through, whatever. Movies in theaters with friends throwing toast at the screen, because we missed a whole year of Rocky Horror Picture Show shenanigans and, damnit, one year is far too long! So let’s celebrate All Hollow’s Eve this year with a showing of the best seasonal films. Fauci-approved masks are like zombies they may never die), we can at least say fright night will be a lot more fun.Īnother fun thing to look forward too: movies. And though this year it may not be a bad idea to stick with the mouth-covering disguises (your Dr. Last Halloween was a little more fright than fun-and by “fright” we mean covering our mouths not only for trick or treating, but also for avoiding a global virus.