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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!

Horror movies to watch on Halloween! From truly terrifying to laugh-out-loud comedies (51–60)

Hotel TransylvaniaGenndy Tartakovsky

This is a Sony Animation film where familiar monsters like Dracula, Frankenstein, and zombies come to life in 3D CG and take center stage.

In a spooky world, the cute and endearing characters are hilarious.

It’s a fun CG animation packed with comedy elements that shows what’s happening in their world, which is different from ours.

Warm BodiesJonathan Levin

When it comes to horror movies, zombies are the go-to, right? New zombie films are still being released one after another, but this one stands out as quite unique among them.

It’s a romantic comedy with an unbelievable premise: a zombie falls in love with an ordinary human! It’s a great pick to watch with your partner on Halloween.

Winnie the Pooh: Lumpy and the Shivery GhostFrank Nissen

Opening to Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie 2005 VHS
Winnie the Pooh: Lumpy and the Shivery Ghost Frank Nissen

Among the many Disney characters beloved by fans, Winnie the Pooh stands out—and among the animated works that feature him, this one, Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie, is squarely themed around Halloween.

The spotlight is on Lumpy the Heffalump, who is looking forward to his very first Halloween, so if you watch it together with the previous film in which Lumpy first appears, Pooh’s Heffalump Movie, you’ll enjoy it even more.

Its content is gentle enough for small children, making it a great pick for a family Halloween party.

If you love Pooh and Lumpy and are looking for a Halloween movie, be sure to check this one out!

Ichabod and Mr. ToadBen Sharpsteen

Adventures of Ichabod and Mr.

Toad, known in Japanese as Ikabōdo to Tōdo-shi no Bōken, is a classic Disney film that was released all the way back in 1949.

Despite being such a classic animated feature, Disney’s humor and its lively, adorable characters are still captivating.

And the music, rooted in classical styles, also lets you sink into a special kind of mood.

Horror Movies to Watch on Halloween! From Truly Terrifying to Laugh-Out-Loud Comedies (61–70)

CandymanNia DaCosta

Trailer for the film “Candyman” <Opens in Japan on Friday, October 15!>
Nia DaCosta of Candyman

Some of you may be fans of slasher films among horror movies.

In that case, I’d like to recommend Candyman.

This film portrays the terrifying figure known as Candyman, who kills anyone who says his name five times.

In addition to plenty of shocking scenes, it also features mystery elements and unexpected twists.

This work is actually a remake of the film of the same name released in 1992.

The original is also popular, so why not watch them together?

Secret of HalloweenNicolas Belsaw

What happens on Halloween night!? Trailer for the film “Secret of Halloween”
Secret of Halloween Nicholas Balsaw

A coming-of-age film that blends horror and fantasy, Secret of Halloween is an Australian movie made in 2016.

Two boys who were once best friends drift apart in adolescence: Corey starts hanging out with delinquents and joins them in bullying his former friend, Jonah.

Despite their complicated relationship, on one Halloween night Corey uncharacteristically steps in to defend Jonah.

Jonah then leads Corey deep into the mountains…

This film adds elements of horror and fantasy to the uniquely challenging friendships of adolescence.

Paranormal ActivityOren Peli

Released in 2007, this horror film drew a great deal of attention as a major hit at the time.

The director, Oren Peli, was unknown as a filmmaker and originally a game designer.

Shot with a handycam, the film was also notable for its extremely low budget—just about 1.35 million yen.

Above all, the footage unfolds with a home-video feel that makes it all the more realistic and terrifying.

Highly recommended if you want a genuinely scary movie to watch on Halloween night.