Get ready to scream, laugh, and thrill with the ultimate Halloween movie marathon! For many of us, October is synonymous with spooky atmosphere, creepy crawlies, and hair-raising horror films. Whether you’re a die-hard horror fan or just looking for some fun and frightful entertainment, this list has got you covered.
From classic monsters to modern terrors, we’ve curated the top 100 spooky films to keep you entertained all Halloween season long. With a mix of cult classics, hidden gems, and mainstream blockbusters, there’s something for everyone in this monster mash of movies. So grab some popcorn, dim the lights, and get ready to indulge in the most epic Halloween movie marathon ever!
In this article, we’ll count down the top 100 spooky films that are sure to send chills down your spine, make you laugh with their absurdity, or leave you on the edge of your seat with tension. Whether you’re a fan of slasher flicks, supernatural terror, or campy classics, there’s something for everyone in this list. So without further ado, let’s get started and see which films will make it to the top of our spooky movie marathon
Classic Horror
- Nosferatu (1922)
- Dracula (1931)
- Frankenstein (1931)
- The Mummy (1932)
- The Invisible Man (1933)
- The Wolf Man (1941)
- The Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
- The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945)
Cult Classics
- Night of the Living Dead (1968)
- The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
- The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
- The Evil Dead (1981)
- Re-Animator (1985)
- The Lost Boys (1987)
Modern Horror
- Halloween (1978)
- A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
- Poltergeist (1982)
- An American Werewolf in London (1981)
- The Thing (1982)
- Hellraiser (1987)
Supernatural & Paranormal
- The Sixth Sense (1999)
- The Others (2001)
- What Lies Beneath (2000)
- The Amityville Horror (1979)
- The Exorcist (1973)
Zombie Movies
- Dawn of the Dead (1978)
- 28 Days Later (2002)
- Shaun of the Dead (2004)
- Zombieland (2009)
- World War Z (2013)
Creepy Kids & Toys
- The Bad Seed (1956)
- The Monster Squad (1987)
- Child’s Play (1988)
- Candyman (1992)
- The Shining (1980)
Creepy Creatures
- King Kong (1933)
- Godzilla (1954)
- Jaws (1975)
- Alien (1979)
- The Fly (1986)
Mystery & Thrillers
- Psycho (1960)
- Seven (1995)
- Silence of the Lambs (1991)
- Se7en (1995)
- The Game (1997)
Campy Horror
- Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959)
- Santa Claus Conquers the Martians (1964)
- Birdemic: Shock and Terror (2010)
- Troll 2 (1990)
- Sharknado (2013)
Recent Hits
- Get Out (2017)
- A Quiet Place (2018)
- Hereditary (2018)
- Us (2019)
- Midsommar (2019)
Foreign Horror
- Let the Right One In (2008) – Sweden
- The Wailing (2016) – South Korea
- Train to Busan (2016) – South Korea
- Verónica (2017) – Spain
- What We Become (2015) – Denmark
Anthologies
- Tales from the Crypt (1972)
- Creepshow (1982)
- The House That Dripped Blood (1971)
- Asylum (1972)
- Tales of Terror (1962)
Slasher Movies
- Friday the 13th (1980)
- A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987)
- Sleepaway Camp (1983)
- Madman (1982)
- My Bloody Valentine (1981)
Comedy Horror
- The Frighteners (1996)
- Beetlejuice (1988)
- Gremlins (1984)
- Young Frankenstein (1974)
- The Addams Family (1991)
Horror Comedies
- Zombieland: Double Tap (2019)
- Tucker & Dale vs Evil (2010)
- Shaun of the Dead (2004)
- What We Do in the Shadows (2014)
- Scary Movie (2000)
B-Movies
- Chopping Mall (1986)
- Night of the Creeps (1986)
- The House on Sorority Row (1983)
- The Prey (1984)
- Madhouse Mansion (1974)
Horror Remakes
- The Thing (1982) – remake of 1951 film
- The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003) – remake of 1974 film
- Halloween (2007) – remake of 1978 film
- A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) – remake of 1984 film
- Carrie (2013) – remake of 1976 film
Horror Documentaries
- The Last Days on Mars (2011)
- Unseen (2005)
- House of the Dead (2002)
- Curse of the Blair Witch (1999)
- Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006)
Campy & Kitsch
- The Apple (1980)
- Shock Treatment (1981)
- Phantom of the Paradise (1974)
- The Little Shop of Horrors (1982)
- TerrorVision (1986)