This Halloween season, Tom's Guide is bringing you a curated collection of spooky movie recommendations, frighteningly spicy takes on the latest scary flicks and personal reflections on some of the best horror films ever made.
Whether you’re a fan of bone-chilling horror, dark thrillers or classic Halloween favorites, we’ve got everything you need to set the perfect eerie atmosphere this spooky season. Ready for a night of fear and fright?
Dive into our recommendations and personal favorites below…
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‘Terrifier’ is the biggest movie in horror right now — and that worries me
Our take on the popular “Terrifier” franchise and how its immense popularity raises concerns about the future of horror....
11 best family-friendly Halloween movies
Looking for some great movies to watch with the kids? Check out our guide on the best family-friendly Halloween flicks that are perfect for all ages!
I’ve seen 24 new horror movies in 2024 — here’s the 5 you need to stream this Halloween
Our top five must-watch horror movies from 2024, perfect for Halloween streaming. These films stand out for their memorable scares and fresh takes on the genre, offering something for every horror fan this season.
This is the one movie I watch for Halloween every year — ‘It’ is the scariest Stephen King adaptation yet
We’re starting off the Halloween season strong with an essential horror movie. “It” has to be one of the scariest movies of the past decade, and here’s why you should watch it during spooky season.
‘I See You’ still keeps me up at night — here’s why it’s the best psychological thriller for Halloween on Prime Video
Looking for a twisty psychological thriller to stream this spooky season? “I See You” is a solid choice, and it’s still just as unsettling five years later. Here’s why you should watch it for Halloween…
'Alien' is my favorite horror movie of all time — and it's perfect for Halloween
You can never go wrong with a classic. “Alien”, one of the best horror sci-fi franchises ever, will always be the top contender for Halloween viewing. This is our take on the first movie and why it deserves another watch during spooky season.
'The Cabin in the Woods' is my go-to horror movie recommendation for people who don't love horror
We get it — not everyone’s a fan of horror, and finding Halloween movies that don’t leave you sleepless can be tricky. If you’re searching for something spooky without the relentless nightmare fuel, we’ve got you covered. Our top pick? “The Cabin in the Woods”. Here’s why it’s the perfect choice for a Halloween movie night, even if horror isn’t usually your thing.
7 best folk horror films to stream this Halloween
Folk horror has a unique way of creeping under your skin and staying there. If you're after a genuine scare this Halloween, dive into these seven top folk horror films — just don’t count on sleeping soundly anytime soon.
Prime Video has a dark thriller movie that's perfect for Halloween — and it's 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
Sometimes, all you need is a tense dark thriller to watch on Halloween night, and I found the perfect one on Prime Video. Here’s why you need to stream “The Invitation” during spooky season.
I love these 7 horror and thriller movies — stream them now for Halloween
Our top horror and thriller movies to stream during Halloween, including the hit “A Quiet Place” and a very disturbing horror that’s now streaming on Hulu…
These are the 10 scariest movie scenes of all time
Our writers share a movie scene that scared them the most. So, if you’re looking to get freaked out, here’s some of our top recommendations! Just don’t say we didn’t warn you.
I was forced to watch these 3 horror movies for Halloween — and this one freaked me out the most
We tasked poor fellow Tom’s Guide writer, Martin Shore, to stream some horror movies for Halloween (he’s not a fan of the genre). Here’s what he thought about them, and why one scared him the most…
My favorite Korean horror movies and where to stream them for Halloween
Halloween is here and there's no better way to celebrate this spooky night with some spine-chilling Korean horror movies. Here’s our top picks and why you need to stream them.
