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20 classic Halloween movies to watch this October

Something old, something new, something scary and something cute! - by Laura Barry
  • 02 Oct 2019
20 classic Halloween movies to watch this October

Halloween has traditionally been a big celebration in America – and not so much in Australia. However, in recent years Halloween has gained popularity in the land down under, and not only are more retailers stocking spooky decorations, but there are more children trick-or-treating, too!

What’s not to love about a spooky season full of mischief, costumes, scary movies and Jack-o-Lanterns? With that in mind, we’ve pulled together a list of classic Halloween movies to watch in the lead up to All Hallows Eve on October 31, and there’s something here for everyone!

1. Hocus Pocus (1993)

2. Practical Magic (1998)

3. Scream (1996)

4. Beetlejuice (1988)

5. Halloween (1978)

6. Ghostbusters (1984)

7. Casper (1995)

8. Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)

9. The Craft (1996)

10. The Sixth Sense (1999)

11. The Witches of Eastwick (1987)

12. Death Becomes Her (1992)

13. Sleepy Hollow (1999)

14. The Addams Family (1991)

15. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

16. The Witches (1990)

17. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

18. Psycho (1969)

19. Interview with a vampire (1994)

20. Us (2019)

Not persuaded that Halloween is wonderful? The video below might just persuade you!

Laura Barry
Laura Barry
Laura Barry is a writer, bookworm and interior design enthusiast with a love for reporting on all things homes, travel and lifestyle. When not tapping away at her keyboard, Laura can be found making endless cups of tea or perusing the shelves of Sydney’s many bookstores.

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