Fright Fest: Your Ultimate Guide to the Top 12 Classic Halloween Movies

When it's Halloween time, you know exactly what's on the menu - getting scared senseless with some good ol' classic horror movies. We're talking about the kind that sends shivers racing down your spine, your heart thumping like a drum, and your hair standing on end. Yep, that's the stuff!

Sure, there's a whole buffet of horror flicks out there, but when those leaves start pirouetting gracefully to the ground and that eerie Halloween aura creeps in, you can bet your cauldron we're diving into the tried-and-true classics.

To help you really feast on the biggest, the best and the most screamingly awesome Halloween movies in town while rocking your very latest Halloween T-Shirts of course, we've picked out some of our top picks we just can't get enough of each spooky season.

Check out our top movie picks that will have you hiding behind the cushions this year... if you dare!

Scream (1996)

Kicking off SO strong with a total 90s classic. We're getting chillingly spooky this this cult icon. Set just one year after her mother's murder, a gutsy teenage gal finds herself in the middle of a nail-biting nightmare. A sinister, masked menace is on the loose, hell-bent on turning her and her buddies into the stars of their very own chilling cinematic showdown. It's a game of horror, where scary movies aren't just for entertainment – they're a deadly playbook!

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Beetlejuice (1988)

If you're game for a hauntingly hilarious showdown that will bring back a whole heap of 80s charm to your movie fright night in, you can't beat this icon!

Following the story of a couple ending up in the afterlife, suck in their own home and the terrible new owners. With their attempts to scare them away failing, they request the help of 'the ghost with the most' Beetlejuice to get the job done... in his own unique ways! A perfect 80s spooky season flick for sure.

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Ghostbusters (1984)

Talk about a dream team when things get spooky! Get ready to suit up and roll out in the Ectomobile as you follow this dynamic team of scientists who find themselves looking for work (and trouble) and now taking on New York's biggest and most slimy hauntings! Such a comedy classic that's guaranteed to get belly laughs this Halloween.

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Halloween (1978)

Beware of Halloween night for you never know who might be on the prowl!

Lurking in the shadows in the spooky season, you're never far from another viewing of this total cult classic and for good reason.

Imprisoned for murdering his sister at just six years old, Michael Myers, now 21, escapes and is on the loose with just one thing in mind... hunting for his next victims!

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Child's Play (1988)

A possessed doll on a murderous rampage? Sounds like the perfect Halloween movie because... it is!

A dying murderer gets a supernatural makeover thanks to some dark magic. His soul's new home? A doll named Chucky. When he takes out the new owner, Andy's babysitter, he realises they're dealing with a doll who's got a serious case of deadly possession. Attempting to sound the alarm, Andy ends up being treated for his mental health and it's up to his mother to convince police that Chucky isn't just a harmless doll – he's a pint-sized harbinger of doom with a knack for murder.

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The Lost Boys (1987)

Taking us right back to the 80s in style with every watch, we just had to include The Lost Boys! A total cult classic, directed by Joel Schumacher, blends teenage rebellion with supernatural thrills and plenty of action. Featuring the Coreys (Haim and Feldman), Kiefer Sutherland, and a soundtrack you'll never want to turn off, this is a timeless must-watch for any fellow 80s movie nerd that oozes nostalgia.

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Mars Attacks! (1996)

Who's ready to blast off to the zany world of Mars Attacks! this Halloween? Directed by the great Tim Burton, this 90s gem captures the kitschy charm of 50s sci-fi while adding a generous dose of Burton's signature quirkiness. With an all-star cast you just can't believe signed up for it and its tongue-in-cheek humour, this cult classic invaded our movie collection back in the 90s and it's here to stay! So, grab your ray gun, don your spacesuit, and prepare for an adventure with this cult classic and our exclusive new Mars Attacks! T-Shirts in tow!

The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

With its skeleton feet in both Halloween and Christmas, is it really Halloween without binging the spooky Tim Burton classic 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'? Not on our watch it's not! Packed with eerie charm and songs you'll be singing until boxing day, if you have room for just one more moving on your watchlist, this has got to be your go-to choice! Know someone who will already be glued to this cult classic? Spoil them rotten with a Halloween treat from our awesome range of The Nightmare Before Christmas gifts and more!

Hocus Pocus (1993)

Fly on a broomstick (or vacuum cleaner!) back to the spellbinding world of "Hocus Pocus." This total cult classic, directed by Kenny Ortega, brews up a delightful cauldron of nostalgia and Halloween magic. With the Sanderson Sisters' iconic performances, it's a bewitching blend of comedy and supernatural charm. Just like our collection of Hocus Pocus merchandise, this 90s classic is a timeless treasure, casting a spell on fans since its release in 1993. Sure to put a smile on your face and a cackle in your heart.

Trick 'r Treat (2007)

Dive masked head first into the totally eerie world of Warren Valley, Ohio with this horror classic, directed by Michael Dougherty. A love letter to the spookiest night of the year we love its interconnected tales of terror with the creepy Sam forever lurking in the shadows. You might be feeling brave enough to watch again and again, but are you brave enough to check out our thrilling Trick 'r Treat Loungefly collection and more!

A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Directed by the horror maestro Wes Craven, this iconic slasher flick introduced the world to the hauntingly nightmarish Freddy Krueger, an epic villain who haunts dreams and blurs the line between reality and terror. Sounds fun, right? With its ingenious premise and unforgettable scares, celebrate this blood-curdling gem and its iconic sequels that still give us chills after all these years with a rewatch this year while rocking our official A Nightmare On Elm Street T-Shirts, clothing and more!

Coraline (2009)

A total unique blend of charm and Halloween darkness, open to door to adventure with this stop-motion masterpiece from the minds of Neil Gaiman and director Henry Selick. Follow the adventurous Coraline as she discovers a hidden door to a strange parallel world filled with eccentric characters and eerie secrets. Bring the fantasy to your everyday life with our collection of Coraline Loungefly bags, accessories, gifts and more this Halloween season.

There you have them movie fans! Hopefully, there are plenty of classic movie picks for you to feast on this Halloween and beyond.

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Happy haunting horror enthusiasts!