It’s Halloween tomorrow and what better way to celebrate the spookiest day of the year than with some nail-biting movies! Whether you're looking to get your heart racing with some intense horror films or seeking some light-hearted spooky fun for family movie night, we've got you covered. Grab the popcorn, dim the lights, and get ready for a cinematic journey through eerie haunted houses, intense thrillers, and charming ghostly encounters.

For The Family

Corpse Bride (2005): You know it’s a little bit eerie when it’s a Tim Burton! This movie follows a young man who accidentally proposes to a deceased bride while practicing his wedding vows in the woods. He's taken to the Land of the Dead, where he discovers love and acceptance.

Casper (1995): It’s not Halloween without Casper! A friendly ghost named Casper befriends a young girl when her family moves into a haunted mansion. This heartwarming film explores themes of friendship and acceptance.

Coraline (2009): This visually stunning film is eerie, creepy and captivating, making it a great choice for those bigger kids that are looking for a slightly scarier option. It’s an animated film about a young girl who discovers a parallel universe where everyone has buttons instead of eyes. While this other world initially seems perfect, Coraline soon realises that it hides dark secrets.

The Addams Family (1991): The Addams Family brings the beloved eccentric family to the big screen. With their bizarre sense of humour and unconventional lifestyle, the Addams family navigates the challenges of everyday life. This film is both funny and charming, making it a great choice for family viewing.

For The Adults

Sinister (2012): Sinister has been labelled as one of the scariest horror films of all time. If you’re brave enough, this film is about a true-crime writer who discovers a box of mysterious, disturbing home movies that put his family in danger. With an ending that'll stick with you for days afterwards, watch if you dare.

Halloween (1978): There’s never been a movie more fitting for Halloween night and 45 years after being made, it’s still a goodie! This is the classic slasher film that introduced the world to Michael Myers, a masked murderer who terrorises a babysitter on Halloween night.

Hereditary (2018): Released in 2018, this movie has quickly become known to be one of the scariest movies to exist! The chilling horror drama that delves into the dark secrets of a family’s ancestry, leading to terrifying and tragic consequences. Be warned, this one is a little disturbing.

Us (2019): Since its debut in 2019, Us has since become a cult favourite when it comes to movies that are full of twists, turns and lots of thrill! Directed by Jordan Peele, the film follows a family who is attacked by a group of doppelgangers. We don’t want to give anything away, but we can guarantee it will have you on the edge of your seat the entire time!

Scream (1996): There aren’t too many horror movies that can make you laugh just as much as it sends chills down your spine. A slasher film that revitalised the genre in the '90s, with a masked killer targeting a group of high school students and remains iconic to this day.

The Conjuring (2013): This frightening supernatural horror film is based on the real-life paranormal investigations of Ed and Lorraine Warren. The movie follows the couple as they help a family terrorised by a dark presence in their farmhouse. With its intense scares and chilling atmosphere, it’s a must-watch for horror aficionados.

The Shining (1980): More thrilling and chilling than horrifying, this one will always be a classic! Stanley Kubrick’s adaptation of Stephen King’s novel about a family isolated in a haunted hotel during the winter, results in psychological terror.

A Nightmare On Elm Street (1984): It wouldn’t be a list of Halloween movies without mentioning the film that introduced Freddy Krueger: a vengeful spirit who haunts the dreams of teenagers and one of the ultimate boogeymen that everyone knows by name.

The Silence of the Lambs (1991): Scary? Not really. Extremely disturbing, unnerving and dark? Absolutely. This is a haunting psychological horror film that explores the human psyche and the twisted game between a novice FBI agent and a sophisticated cannibalistic murderer.

Whether you're gathering with friends for a night of terror or snuggling up with the family for some light-hearted spookiness, these films are sure to provide plenty of entertainment and maybe even a few sleepless nights. Happy Halloween!