Horror movies to watch on Halloween! From genuinely terrifying to laugh-out-loud comedies
Scary but funny, chilling yet giggle-worthy… Scary from start to finish! Here are some horror movies with that mysterious charm.
We’ve gathered films that blend horror and comedy in a perfect balance—just what you want to enjoy during the Halloween season.
Even if you’re easily scared, there are movies with unique worlds that let you soften the fear with laughter.
Watch with friends and the fun multiplies! Spend a special Halloween with horror films that make you laugh and shiver!
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Horror Movies to Watch on Halloween! From Seriously Scary to Laugh-Out-Loud Comedies (71–80)
ExorcistWilliam Friedkin
It’s The Exorcist, an American horror film released in 1973.
As the title suggests, it depicts the battle between a demon possessing a young girl and the exorcists.
It’s a very famous work in the horror genre and even won Academy Awards and Golden Globes, so it’s definitely worth seeing.
Friday the 13thSean S. Cunningham
When it comes to iconic horror movie characters, Jason probably comes to mind.
That hockey mask look is a Halloween costume staple.
Jason appears in Friday the 13th, directed by Sean S.
Cunningham.
While it’s a horror film, it has strong suspense-drama elements, so you can enjoy the mystery aspect too.
There are also sequels that continue the story, as well as crossover films with other franchises.
Be sure to check those out as well.
Van HelsingStephen Sommers
It’s an action-horror film about a vampire hunter.
The lead is Hugh Jackman, known for playing Wolverine in X-Men, and he delivers a cool, formidable performance that exudes strength.
It doesn’t just feature vampires—there are plenty of Halloween-ready monsters like Jekyll and Hyde, Frankenstein’s creature, and a werewolf.
It’s a perfect action movie to watch on Halloween.
Horror Movies to Watch on Halloween! From Truly Terrifying to Laugh-Out-Loud Comedies (81–90)
League of Legends / A Battle Beyond TimeStephen Norrington
This film is a comic-book movie based on the DC Comics work The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen.
It brings together a host of eccentrics and monsters from various novels—vampires, the Invisible Man, Dr.
Jekyll and Mr.
Hyde, and more.
The action is intense, and it’s likely a film many men will find irresistible.
Forbidden GamesHideo Nakata
Here’s an introduction to the film “The Forbidden Play,” starring Kanna Hashimoto and Daiki Shigeoka.
It’s directed by Hideo Nakata, globally renowned for “Ring.” The story follows the terrifying consequences that unfold after a child tries to bring his deceased mother back to life.
It conveys not only supernatural horror, but also the frightening side of human nature.
If you’re looking for a horror movie that’s a bit different from the rest, be sure to check it out—and don’t miss the much-talked-about original novel as well.
ShiningStanley Kubrick
Many of you have probably seen that famous scene where the killer peeks his face through the crack.
A landmark of horror cinema that continues to be parodied in movies and anime even today.
The claustrophobic setting of a story unfolding entirely within a single hotel heightens the sense of fear.
It seems that the original author, Stephen King, didn’t think very highly of Stanley Kubrick’s film adaptation.
Likely because the film trims foreshadowing and character backstories, focusing instead on imagery overflowing with madness.
Even so, you have to tip your hat to Kubrick’s sensibilities—creating such terrifying horror in bright, well-lit rooms, without a single ghost or zombie in sight.
OmenRichard Donner
When discussing 20th-century horror films, this work is indispensable.
It’s a famous horror movie centered on the cursed child Damien.
The premise that he was born at 6 a.m.
on June 6 is tied to the number 666 being considered ominous in Christianity.
Precisely because no CGI was used, the visuals feel more raw and thus even scarier.
While it’s easy to be captivated by the scenes of terror and panic, there’s also a mystery element as the characters try to uncover Damien’s true identity, making it highly engaging as a suspense film as well.