Lovely Halloween

Horror movies to watch on Halloween! From genuinely terrifying to laugh-out-loud comedies

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

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!

Horror Movies to Watch on Halloween! From Seriously Scary to Laugh-Out-Loud Comedies (71–80)

Body SearchEiichiro HAZUMI

[Theme Song Ado × Sheena Ringo] Film “Karada Sagashi” Official Trailer – In Theaters Friday, October 14, 2022

Body Search Eiichiro Hazumi

Let me introduce the film Karada Sagashi, based on a popular web novel.

Directed by Eiichirō Hasumi and starring Kanna Hashimoto, the movie follows a group of high school students who join a deadly game: while evading relentless attacks from a ghost, they must search for parts of a corpse.

Beyond its thrilling developments, the film also highlights human bonds and youth, giving it the feel of a coming-of-age horror.

Another draw is the theme song performed by Ado, which really amps up the excitement.

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GhostbustersIvan Reitman

Ghostbusters (1984) – Official® Trailer [HD]

Ghostbusters Ivan Reitman

It’s an SF comedy movie that was a huge hit in the ’80s.

I bet you’ve heard the logo theme song at least once, right? It has a certain cuteness to it, which is great! I think this is a movie you can enjoy with kids.

It gives just the right touch of horror—or rather, a Halloween vibe.

I’d love to see the kids show up in Busters cosplay!

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ExorcistWilliam Friedkin

THE EXORCIST – Trailer – (1973) – HQ

Exorcist William 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.

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Friday the 13thSean S. Cunningham

Friday the 13th Part 1 – Trailer

Friday the 13th Sean 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.

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Van HelsingStephen Sommers

Van Helsing Movie Trailer

Van Helsing Stephen 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.

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We’ve selected horror movies that will liven up your Halloween events, drawing on official information and user feedback. Use the reviews to help you choose—carefully curated to suit viewers from comedy-leaning titles to fully serious ones.

Kepiko (10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminder)

KEI (POPS writer/editor)

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[Update History]

September 14, 2025: Added/updated 12 reviews.
Sept 12, 2025: Added/updated one review and refreshed the entire article.
October 11, 2024: Added and updated five reviews and refreshed the entire article.
September 15, 2023: Added and updated 15 reviews and updated the entire article.
September 7, 2022: Added/updated 7 reviews.
October 1, 2021: Added/updated four reviews.
September 21, 2021: Added and updated five reviews.
September 25, 2020: Added/updated three reviews.
2020/9/23: Added/updated 13 reviews.
September 18, 2020: Added and updated two reviews.
Added/updated 5 reviews on 2019/10/21.
2017/8/30: Added/updated 13 reviews.
Published the article on 2017/8/1.