Pre-pandemic, Halloween meant creative costumes, spooky treats, and partying with friends. Being unable to celebrate how we’re used to is disappointing, but we can still enjoy the holiday in a safe, socially-distanced way! Here’s a guide on how to plan the best movie night to celebrate Halloween at home.
Preparing for the party
Make sure to coordinate with friends ahead of time to find a date and time you’re all available. This might take a little planning, especially if you’re in different time zones or trying to organize a large virtual group. If you want to go the extra mile, you can even send an online invitation through a website like Evite.
Sharing the party
If you live with your closest friends and can cozy up on the couch together, you get to skip this step! However, many of us are living at home or with just a couple of roommates. Using a platform, like Teleparty (previously called Netflix Party) or Scener, is a great way to host remote movie nights to connect with friends, no matter the distance.
Choosing the movies
Are you looking for childhood throwbacks, a horror fest, or something in between? Here are some movie combinations to inspire your festive programming!
Halloween Classics:
The Addams Family (1991) – Netflix
Hocus Pocus (1993) – Disney+
Beetlejuice (1988) – Hulu Premium
Animated Favorites:
Paranorman (2012) – Netflix
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) – Disney+
Psychological Thrillers:
The Silence of the Lambs (1991) – Netflix
American Psycho (2000) – Cinemax Go
For Stephen King fans:
In the Tall Grass (2019) – Netflix
1922 (2017) – Netflix
Gerald’s Game (2017) – Netflix
Halloween from home may not be ideal, but we can still have fun in a safe way. Maybe this pandemic creativity will even inspire your future Halloween celebrations!