Replace those Sunday scaries with actual scaries, by watching a whole host of slightly scary, thrilling and drop-dead terrifying seasonal horror films this October.
Pop the popcorn, dim the lights and snuggle under a knitted blanket and get ready to question if you actually locked your front door as you become immersed in some of these new ghastly and ghoulish spectacles.
1. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
The first film on our list is this sequel to the original pop culture phenomenon, Beetlejuice, by Tim Burton.
The sequel follows the Deetz family as they return to Winter River and once again become haunted by the formidable Beetlejuice. The
The stellar cast includes Winona Ryder, Jenna Ortega and Michael Keaton to name a few.
2. Longlegs
An FBI agent uncovering the horrific crimes of a serial killer, must we say anymore?
With a cast led by Maika Monroe, you are in for a thrilling ride in this 2024 crime horror. Available to buy or rent on YouTube and Prime Video.
3. Lisa Frankenstein
With some 80s nostalgia and a corpse as a love interest, this horror-inspired romcom is the perfect choice for those who want something a little spooky yet don’t want to be scared out of their wits.
4. Speak No Evil
A family is invited to spend a few days in an isolated home; however, all is not as it seems as the host family proves to be a bit on the terrifyingly mysterious side.
5. The Deliverance
Based on the experiences of Latoya Ammons and her children, this Netflix horror includes supernatural occurrences and a portal to hell that leave an American family scared for their lives.
6. I Saw The TV Glow
This visually compelling psychological horror surrounds the life of a teenager named Owen and his obsession with a supernatural TV show.
The film encompasses deeper themes like gender dysphoria.
7. Imaginary
A stuffed bear with a whole lot of mysterious secrets is what Jessica has to deal with when her stepdaughter becomes infatuated with a creepy soft toy. Available on Apple TV and Prime Video.