1. Halloween 1978 – Halloween (1978) is undeniably recognized as one of if not the best Halloween and horror movie of all time, and it makes itself to number one on this list. The pure suspense of the villain Michael Myers is dominant over any watcher’s emotions. Most reviews of the movie from people who grew up on this movie, say that the character haunted them as children, and I don’t blame them. The simple plot alongside the masterclass of music integrated with the key moments makes one of the best horror movies of all time. (Streaming Services: Amazon Prime Video, Youtube Premium)

2. The Nightmare Before Christmas- The Nightmare Before Christmas is the best family-friendly Halloween movie out there. The instant classic connects with many audiences young and old which makes it a staple in the Halloween movie culture. The impressive stop motion clay-mation in 1993 brings a deeper Halloween theme inside of the clay backdrops. (Streaming Services: Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Youtube Premium)

3. Smile 2 – “Smile 2” was released on Oct. 18, 2024 and is still in theaters. Smile 2 is a horror film with many scenes filled with gore. The main character Skye Riley is a young pop star that struggles with addiction and experiences hallucinations that haunt her. (Shown In Theatres)

4. Hocus Pocus – “Hocus Pocus” falls into the same category of meeting expectations for anyone in the family. This comedic Halloween film is a 90’s throwback that many have been rewatching for over 30 years now. (Streaming Services: Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Youtube Premium)

5. Monster House – “Monster house” is a staple for current teenagers. The perfect mix of horror and humor creates a movie that has and will continue on for people to enjoy and cherish. (Streaming Services: Amazon Prime Video, Youtube Premium)