So maybe you’re not the type who likes going out for Halloween and would prefer a Halloween GNI (Girls Night In) instead. Well, why not call up your closest friends and have a Halloween movie marathon complete with Pillsbury pumpkin cookies. Here is a list of the Top 15 classic Halloween-themed movies to get you in the spirit of the night!
1. Halloweentown (1998)
Halloweentown is one of the greatest Disney channel movies that must be watched religiously every October. It will get you into the Halloween spirit as Marnie introduces us to a world full of Halloween creatures and friendly monsters.
2. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966)
Who doesn’t love this famous group?
3. Casper (1995) and Casper Meets Wendy (1998)
Casper the friendly ghost is a timeless movie series, especially Casper Meets Wendy which stars everyone’s favourite gal growing up, Hilary Duff.
4. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Tim Burton’s odd style is perfect for the right amount of creepy and cute in this movie about Jack Skeleton, the Pumpkin King, finding the door to the other holiday worlds. Plus, the opening song is way too catchy!
5. Hocus Pocus (1993)
No Halloween marathon would be complete without this great movie involving witches, magic, potions, and spells. This all-time favourite Halloween movie, starring Sarah Jessica Parker, should no doubt be at the top of the list!
6. Van Helsing (2004)
This action-packed movie is about a monster hunter who is sent to Transylvania to stop the evil plans of Count Dracula. It also includes other famous monsters such as Frankenstein, a werewolf, Dr. Jekyll, and Mr. Hyde to help set the tone for the night.
7. Beetlejuice (1988)
All I want to say is… BEETLEJUICE, BEETLEJUICE, BEETLEJUICE.
8. Frankenstein (1931/1994/2015)
In creating the perfect Halloween movie marathon, you HAVE to include the old classic monster movies. Whether it’s the black and white version or the more recent one, Frankenstein is a must-have monster at your movie marathon party.
9. Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992)
What would the night be without some vampires? And I’m not talking about the ones that sparkle in the sun.
10. Halloween (1978)
What would a Halloween movie marathon be without a couple scary movies too? Halloween is the ultimate scary movie, perfect for the occasion. Fair warning: it may cause an excessive amount of shrieks and screams, so bring the blankets to hide under; don’t be ashamed – we’ve all done it.
11. Trick r’ Treat (2007)
A great Halloween movie to end your night with ghosts, goblins, monsters, and many more holiday traditions. Just remember not to blow out your Jack-o-Lantern before midnight.
So grab the popcorn or another favourite Halloween-themed snack, turn the lights off, and get ready for a long night of laughs, screams, shrieks, ghosts, and other Halloween monsters with your best gal pals!