A curated collection of Japanese VHS, DVD and BLU-RAY covers for horror, comedy, and family films that are set on Halloween or feature a Halloween scene. Each movie title includes links for streaming online, most are free with ads, while a few are available to rent. Click on the titles to explore all related posts.
The Addams Family (1991) (アダムス・ファミリー)
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A pair of schemers attempt to infiltrate the delightfully macabre Addams clan by posing as a long-lost relative. While Halloween isn’t the sole focus, the family’s aesthetic and a key trick-or-treat scene make this a perfect seasonal watch.
All Hallows' Eve (2013) aka Terrifier 0 (テリファー０)
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A horror anthology in which a babysitter watching two children on Halloween discovers a mysterious VHS tape containing segments that introduce the sinister killer Art the Clown, whose presence soon invades the real world.
All Hallows Eve 2 (2015) (ナイト・オブ・ハロウィン)
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Art the Clown does not appear in this second installment of the anthology series, which features eight shorts—some stronger than those in the first film, though none quite reach its level of gore. Only two segments (plus the wraparound) are actually set on Halloween.
The Amityville Horror (1979) (悪魔の棲む家)
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The Lutz family moves into their dream home, unaware that a gruesome mass murder took place there just a year earlier. As supernatural horrors mount, they quickly realize they have far greater concerns than Halloween, which plays no role in the story. The events unfold in the weeks leading up to Halloween.
The Amityville Horror (2005) (悪魔の棲む家)
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This remake sticks close to the original’s framework while amping up the violence and pacing for a modern audience. Starring Ryan Reynolds and Melissa George, it delivers heavier scares and bloodier set pieces.
The Blair Witch Project (1999) (ブレア・ウィッチ・プロジェクト)
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In October 1994, three film students venture into the woods to document a local legend. Only their recovered footage remains. A landmark found-footage film and a perfect Halloween-night scare.
Boo (2005) (ホスピタル)
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Anthony C. Ferrante (Sharknado) directed this Halloween-set horror-comedy-adventure-fantasy about college kids sneaking into an abandoned hospital—only to discover it is very much not empty.
Boys in the Trees (2016) (シークレット・オブ・ハロウィン)
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On Halloween night in 1997, two estranged teens reconnect during a dreamlike journey through memory, fear, and regret. A haunting coming-of-age story packed with ‘90s nostalgia and orange and black vibes.
Burying the Ex (2014) (ゾンビ・ガール)
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In this horror-comedy, a horror-obsessed employee at a Halloween-themed “boo-tique” finally sparks a romance with his dream girl—only for his possessive ex-girlfriend to die and come back as a zombie, determined to keep their relationship alive at any cost.
Cemetery of Terror (1985) (ゴゲリアン・墓場のえじき)
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A group of teens steal a corpse as a Halloween prank, accidentally resurrecting a serial killer—and every dead body nearby.
The Changeling (1980) (チェンジリング)
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Grieving widower John Russell moves into a historic mansion haunted by a dark past. The story blends mystery, supernatural, and psychological horror elements in a fall setting, though Halloween itself does not factor into the narrative.
The Child (1977) (悪霊少女)
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A caretaker discovers her young charge possesses disturbing supernatural abilities, including control over the undead. Set over Halloween, complete with an creepy jack-o’-lantern scene.
The Chilling (1989) (フローズン・ボディ)
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The bodies at a cryogenic centre are defrosted by accident and turn into cannibalistic zombies, with Halloween decorations and trick-or-treaters appearing throughout the background of several scenes.
C.H.U.D. II Bud the Chud (1989) (ゾンビ・パラダイス／ゾンビが街にやってきた！)
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A military experiment to create a race of super-warriors go awry, and legions of murderous zombies are unleased upon a surburan neighborhood during Halloween, where costumes help the undead blend in.
The Collection (2012) (パーフェクト・トラップ)
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A man who escapes from the vicious grips of the serial killer known as "The Collector" is then forced to help rescue an innocent girl from the killer's booby-trapped lair. Though Halloween is more background than focus, the holiday frames the carnage.
Communion (1989) (コミュニオン 遭遇)
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A writer’s life unravels after a series of disturbing alien encounters, including a Halloween scene that blurs paranoia and reality amid costumed revelers.
Creepshow (1982) (クリープショー):
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George A. Romero and Stephen King team up for this EC Comics-inspired anthology. Five grisly tales from a kid's comic book about a murdered father rising from his grave, a bizarre meteor, a vengeful husband, a mysterious crate's occupant, and a plague of cockroaches. Only the wraparound story takes place on Halloween.
Creepshow 2 (1987) (クリープショー2/怨霊)
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Three more macabre tales from the latest issue of a boy's favorite comic book, dealing with a vengeful wooden Native American, a monstrous blob in a lake, and an undying hitchhiker. The sequel continues the anthology format with minimal Halloween ties.
The Crow (1994) (クロウ／飛翔伝説)
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On Devil’s Night, Eric Draven is resurrected to avenge his and his fiancée’s murders. A gothic revenge tale steeped in tragedy.
Dark Night of the Scarecrow (1981) (ダークナイト)
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A wrongful death in a small town leads to supernatural vengeance during Halloween. For a TV movie, it’s quite eerie.
Day of the Dead (1985) (死霊のえじき)
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A small group of scientists and soldiers struggle to survive and study the undead in an underground bunker as civilization collapses. The opening scene features a brief pumpkin-themed October jump scare.
Deadly Friend (1986) (デッドリー・フレンド)
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Wes Craven directs this offbeat horror about grief, science, and unintended consequences—set across multiple holidays, with a key showdown taking place on Halloween.
The Demon Murder Case (TV Movie 1983) (ブライアンの悪夢)
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A family becomes entangled in a sensational trial involving alleged demonic possession, with a kids’ trick-or-treating scene that heightens the atmosphere.
Demonic Toys (1992) (デモーニック・トイズ/ドールズ2)
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A pregnant policewoman, her quarry, and an innocent delivery boy become trapped in a haunted toy warehouse—one with a dark past tied to Halloween night, 1925.
Donnie Darko (2001) (ドニー・ダーコ)
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A troubled suburban teen narrowly survives a bizarre accident, only to be haunted by visions of a man in a grotesque rabbit costume. These hallucinations push him toward a chain of crimes. Set in October 1988, this surreal film crescendos during a Halloween party that bends time and reality.
Ernest Scared Stupid (1991) (アーネスト モンスターと戦う！)
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On the eve of Halloween, Ernest P. Worrell accidentally frees a hideous troll that turns children into wooden figurines. With help from a group of middle school kids, Ernest must save the town before Halloween is completely ruined.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) (E.T.イーティー)
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A lonely boy befriends a stranded alien and helps him evade government agents, highlighted by a memorable Halloween scene where E.T., disguised in a ghost costume, blends in with trick-or-treaters to escape unnoticed.
The Exorcist (1973) (エクソシスト)
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After experimenting with a Ouija board, young Regan becomes possessed by a malevolent force. When doctors fail to help, her mother turns to two priests for answers. The possession horror movie spans the fall season, including Halloween, highlighted by the scene of Chris walking down a leaf-strewn sidewalk as trick-or-treaters run past and "Tubular Bells" plays.
Fear, Inc. (2016) (フィアー・インク)
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A horror junkie and his friends sign up with a company that brings their customer's greatest fears to life. The plot begins with the main characters seeking out horror-themed experiences because "it is nearing Halloween."
The Fear 2: Halloween Night (1999) (ザ・フィアー2)
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An unfortunate young man, whose father commited an unspeakable act in front of him as a child, travels with his friends to his uncle's remote hillside cabin so they can explore their inner fears by dressing up in Halloween costumes. Unbeknownst to the clan, the uncle has left a nasty secret behind for them to encounter.
Flatliners (1990) (フラットライナーズ)
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Five medical students begin dangerously experimenting with death itself, stopping and restarting each other’s hearts to explore the afterlife. Their reckless curiosity comes at a terrible cost as past sins manifest in haunting ways. One experiment, performed on Halloween night, nearly proves fatal.
FleshEater (1988) (フレッシュイーター／ゾンビ群団)
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A group of teens on a late-night Halloween hayride stumble upon flesh-hungry zombies. What begins as autumnal fun quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival as the undead outbreak spreads. Written, directed by, and starring Bill Hinzman of Night of the Living Dead fame.
The Funhouse Massacre (2015) (ファンハウス)
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Escaped asylum patients terrorize guests inside a funhouse, each killer aligned with the maze’s twisted attractions. The Halloween setting becomes a slaughterhouse, featuring appearances from genre favorites Robert Englund, Courtney Gains, and Clint Howard.
Ginger Snaps (2000) (ウルフマン)
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Two death-obsessed sisters navigate adolescence and isolation until one is bitten by a werewolf. As her transformation unfolds, the story explores themes of puberty, identity, and mortality. This film builds to a bloody climax on Halloween night. Oddly, the film is titled "Wolfman" in Japan.
Goblin (TV Movie 2010) (人喰い怪物ゴブリン)
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Every Halloween, a small hamlet in the deep woods is visited by a fierce goblin, intent on capturing infants and brutally murdering anyone in its path.
Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (2018) (グースバンプス 呪われたハロウィーン)
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After discovering a magical book, two friends accidentally bring Slappy the dummy to life. On Halloween, he animates costumes, decorations, and monsters across town in a bid for total chaos—and control.
Grave Halloween (TV Movie 2013) (呪（のろい）)
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On Halloween, a young woman travels to Japan’s infamous Aokigahara Forest in search of her birth mother. Joined by friends hoping to document the journey, they soon discover the forest’s restless spirits don’t welcome visitors—especially on Halloween.
The Guest (2014) (ザ・ゲスト)
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A mysterious stranger appears at a grieving family’s doorstep, claiming friendship with their fallen son. As his charm wears thin, violence follows. Adam Wingard and Simon Barrett’s action-horror hybrid is a Halloween-set favorite.
Hack-O-Lantern (1988) (デス・マスク)
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A kindly old grandfather is actually the leader of a murderous satanic cult which sacrifices its victims on Halloween.
John Carpenter's Halloween (1978) (ジョン・カーペンター ハロウィン)
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Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween night, Michael Myers escapes confinement and returns to Haddonfield. John Carpenter’s minimalist slasher masterpiece launched an enduring franchise and reshaped horror forever.
Halloween II (1981) (ハロウィンII)
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Set immediately after the original, Michael Myers continues his rampage as Laurie Strode is rushed to the hospital. Dr. Loomis hunts desperately as the body count rises before dawn.
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) (ハロウィンIII)
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Silver Shamrock masks dominate the Halloween season—but they conceal a deadly secret. Tom Atkins stars in the third installment (my favorite of the franchise), which abandons Michael Myers in favor of witchcraft, technology, and mass murder.
Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988) (ハロウィン4 ブギーマン復活)
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A decade later, Michael returns to Haddonfield with his sights set on his niece, Jamie. Only Dr. Loomis stands between the town and another Halloween slaughter.
Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989) (ハロウィン5 ブギーマン逆襲)
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Still traumatized and mute, Jamie faces her uncle once more as Michael resurfaces exactly one year later, determined to finish what he started.
Halloween 6: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995) (ハロウィン6 最後の戦い)
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Myers becomes tied to the Cult of Thorn mythology as he hunts an adult Jamie and her newborn. Dr. Loomis and Tommy Doyle uncover the dark forces behind his actions.
Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998) (ハロウィンH20)
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Living under a new identity, Laurie Strode believes she’s escaped her past—until Michael finds her. The siblings clash once again in this anniversary sequel.
Halloween: Resurrection (2002) (ハロウィン レザレクション)
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After confronting Laurie, Michael returns to Haddonfield just as a reality TV show sets up shop inside his childhood home. This Halloween night streams screams.
Rob Zombie's Halloween (2007) (ロブ・ゾンビ ハロウィン)
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Rob Zombie’s reimagining explores Michael Myers’ brutal upbringing before unleashing him on Haddonfield once more.
Rob Zombie's Halloween II (2009) (ロブ・ゾンビ ハロウィンII)
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Rob Zombie’s follow-up leans deeper into trauma, brutality, and surreal imagery as Laurie grapples with the aftermath and Michael stalks toward another bloody reunion.
David Gordon Green's Halloween (2018) (デヴィッド・ゴードン・グリーン ハロウィン)
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Decades after surviving Michael Myers, Laurie Strode has spent her life preparing for his return. When he escapes again on Halloween night, survivor and evil collide. This sequel removes all entries except the original film from canon.
Halloween Kills (2021) (ハロウィン KILLS)
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Set on the same terrifying night as Halloween (2018), Michael Myers continues his brutal rampage through Haddonfield as Laurie Strode and a vengeful mob of survivors unite in a desperate attempt to end his reign of terror once and for all.
Halloween Ends (2022) (ハロウィン THE END)
Laurie Strode confronts Michael Myers one final time after a troubled young man becomes entangled in Haddonfield’s lingering fear and violence, setting the stage for a deadly and decisive showdown.
Halloween with the New Addams Family (1977) (アダムス・ファミリー オリジナル版)
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A TV movie revival of the popular '60s TV comedy series "The Addams Family" has them preparing for Halloween in their signature, delightfully macabre style.
Hallow's End (2003) (増殖)
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Eight college students become trapped in an Annual Haunted House when an ancient spell turns them into their Halloween costumes.
Hatchet (2006) (HATCHET／ハチェット)
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Adam Green's slasher follows a group of unsuspecting tourists who become stranded in the Louisiana swamp, only to be hunted by the ruthless Victor Crowley. Horror icons Kane Hodder stars as Crowley, joined by Robert Englund, and Tony Todd in memorable roles. Victor Crowley’s origin story takes place on Halloween.
Haunt (2019) (ホーンテッド 世界一怖いお化け屋敷)
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On Halloween night, a group of friends visit an extreme haunted attraction promising immersive terror. The scares turn real when masked killers reveal their deadly intent.
The Hazing (2004) (化け物屋敷と悪魔教授)
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A group of college pledges dressed in Halloween costumes head to a decaying mansion for their initiation, only for the night to turn deadly when a deranged professor starts picking them off one by one. Trapped inside, they must uncover both his twisted motive and the traitor among them, with genre favs Brad Dourif and Tiffany Shepis.
Hell Fest (2018) (アトラクション)
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A slasher film about a masked killer who uses a crowded Halloween horror theme park as the perfect cover to stalk and murder unsuspecting teens while blending in with the attractions.
Hell Night (1981) (ヘルナイト)
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Forced to spend the night in an abandoned mansion as a Halloween prank, college students in costumes soon discover the house isn’t as empty as they thought, as its dark past comes vividly to life. Linda Blair stars.
Hocus Pocus (1993) (ホーカスポーカス)
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A skeptical teen accidentally resurrects three witches on Halloween night. With time running out, he must stop them from stealing the souls of Salem’s children.
Holidays (2016) (ホリデイズ)
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A horror anthology that delivers dark, twisted tales set around Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Halloween, Christmas, and New Year's exposing the sinister side of each celebration.
Hollow Gate (1988) (マッド・マーク)
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After surviving a near-drowning at a Halloween party, a young boy snaps. A decade later, he returns to kill during the same holiday that broke him.
House II The Second Story (1987) (ガバリン2 タイムトラぶラー)
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A man inherits his family mansion only to discover mummies, monsters, and magical artifacts inside. Halloween costumes conveniently help hide the chaos in this wild horror-comedy sequel.
House of 1000 Corpses (2003) (マーダー・ライド・ショー)
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On Halloween night, two couples seeking roadside legends fall into the clutches of a sadistic family.
The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) (ルイスと不思議の時計)
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A young orphan discovers magic lurking within his uncle’s mysterious house—and a clock capable of ending the world. Eli Roth directs this family-friendly Halloween tale.
I Am Not a Serial Killer (2016) (アイム・ノット・シリアルキラー)
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A teen diagnosed as a sociopath struggles to control his impulses while hunting a supernatural killer. A Halloween dance plays a key role in this coming-of-age horror, which is also set during Christmas.
Idle Hands (1999) (アイドル・ハンズ)
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A slacker discovers his right hand is possessed and behind a string of murders. This stoner horror-comedy, shot on the same street as John Carpenter’s Halloween (1978), fully embraces its Halloween setting.
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966) (スヌーピーとかぼちゃ大王)
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The Peanuts gang celebrates Halloween while Linus waits for the Great Pumpkin. While Linus holds out hope, the rest of the gang enjoys trick-or-treating, costume contests, and humorous misadventures.
Jack-O (1995) (新ハロウィン／ジャコランターン伝説)
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An ancient pumpkin-headed demon is resurrected on Halloween and seeks revenge on the descendants of those who buried him. A campy, low-budget slice of horror cheese starring Linnea Quigley.
The Karate Kid (1984) (ベスト・キッド)
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Daniel LaRusso is a teen who learns karate from Mr. Miyagi to defend himself against bullies and compete in a local tournament. The film features a memorable Halloween scene where Daniel and his friend dress in costumes to attend a party.
Lady in White (1988) (汚れなき瞳の中に)
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After being locked in a school closet on Halloween, a young boy witnesses a murder that haunts him for years. A ghost story wrapped in small-town 1962 fall nostalgia.
The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976) (白い家の少女)
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A reclusive young girl celebrates her birthday alone on Halloween as suspicious neighbors pry into her secrets—secrets she’ll protect at any cost.
Livid (2011) (リヴィッド)
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Teenagers break into a mysterious mansion on Halloween night searching for hidden treasure, only to discover something far more dangerous inside.
May (2002) (メイ)
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Desperate for connection, a lonely woman spirals into madness when rejection pushes her too far. Halloween becomes a key turning point in her descent.
The Midnight Hour (1985) (ハロウィンズ／死霊復活祭)
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A Halloween ritual gone wrong resurrects zombies, vampires, and werewolves, who crash a teen dance in this lighthearted, monster-filled musical romp.
Monster House (2006) (モンスター・ハウス)
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A group of kids who discover that their neighbor’s house is a living, malevolent entity that threatens anyone who comes near. Set during Halloween.
The Monster Squad (1987) (ドラキュリアン)
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Kids obsessed with classic monsters must save their town from Dracula and his army—on the same night they should be trick-or-treating. An 80's Halloween favorite.
Neon Maniacs (1986) (ネオン・マニアックス)
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A group of teenagers in San Francisco discover a nest of homicidal monsters living in a tower of the Golden Gate Bridge, but when they try to tell authorities, no one believes them.
Night of the Demons (1988) (悪霊たちの館／呪われたハロウィンパーティー)
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A Halloween party at an abandoned funeral parlor unleashes demonic forces. Locked inside, the teens must survive Angela's bash.
Night of the Demons 2 (1994) (デモンナイト／惨劇のハロウィン)
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Bullies crash a Halloween party and awaken demons once again inside Hull House. Angela’s legacy continues.
Night of the Demons 3 (1997) AKA Demon House (1997) (デモンハウス)
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Delinquents hide in Hull House on Halloween night, unknowingly walking into another demonic bloodbath.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) (ナイトメアー・ビフォア・クリスマス)
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Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, attempts to bring the joy of Christmas to his spooky world, leading to chaotic and darkly whimsical adventures.
Once Bitten (1985) (ワンス・ビトゥン／恋のチューチューバンパイア)
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A centuries-old vampire must seduce virgin men before Halloween to maintain immortality. Enter a young Jim Carrey in this comedic take on vampirism.
ParaNorman (2012) (パラノーマン ブライス・ホローの謎)
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A boy who can speak to the dead must save his cursed town during Halloween, battling ghosts, zombies, and closed-minded adults along the way.
Pay the Ghost (2015) (ペイ・ザ・ゴースト ハロウィンの生贄)
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After his son vanishes at a Halloween carnival, a professor believes the boy may still be communicating from beyond the grave. Nicolas Cage stars.
Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) (ピーウィーの大冒険)
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The whimsical journey of Pee-wee Herman as he embarks on a cross-country adventure to recover his stolen bicycle, encountering a series of eccentric characters and comical misadventures along the way. Featuring Tim Burton’s gothic vibes and a brief Day of the Dead parade sequence. For more, see Nightmare Nostalgia’s “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure” Is Totally a Halloween Movie.
Pet Sematary (1989) (ペット・セメタリー)
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A grieving father uncovers a burial ground with resurrection powers. Though Halloween lingers in the background, tragedy drives the horror.
Pet Sematary Two (1992) (ペット・セメタリー2)
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Another family falls victim to the cursed burial ground, with Halloween dread woven throughout the sequel.
Pet Sematary (2019) (ペット・セメタリー)
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This reimagining shifts key events, giving Halloween greater significance—especially involving Ellie and her cat, Church.
The Pit (1981) (ザ・ピット)
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A disturbed boy discovers monstrous creatures in the woods and uses them to punish his enemies. Small-town fall vibes and Halloween parties abound.
Poltergeist (1982) (ポルターガイスト)
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A suburban family discovers their new home is haunted by spirits obsessed with their youngest daughter. Set during Halloween—despite the sunny California setting.
The Predator (2018) (ザ・プレデター)
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When a young boy uses Predator armor as a Halloween costume he accidentally triggers the universe's most lethal hunters' return to Earth, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled scientist can prevent the end of the human race.
Primal Rage (1988) (ザンゴリラ)
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A lab accident spreads a homicidal virus, culminating in chaos at a Halloween dance.
Pumpkinhead (1988) (パンプキンヘッド)
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A grieving father summons a vengeful demon from a pumpkin patch to unleash brutal retribution on those who caused his son’s death.
The Rage: Carrie 2 (1999) (キャリー2)
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A troubled teen discovers telekinetic powers that erupt into violence. Set during fall, Halloween plays only a minor role.
Retribution (1987) (リトリビューション)
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A series of grisly murders committed by a mysterious killer. The opening scene features a montage of trick or treaters in Halloween masks.
The Return of Count Yorga (1971) (ヨーガ伯爵の復活)
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The vampire count continues his reign of terror while mingling at a school Halloween event in search of a new bride.
Return of the Living Dead: Rave to the Grave (2005) (バタリアン5)
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A Halloween rave becomes ground zero for a zombie outbreak fueled by a dangerous new drug.
Riding the Bullet (2004) (ライディング・ザ・ブレット)
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A troubled Maine art student hitchhikes to see his mother in the hospital and encounters a sinister driver. Set on Halloween night in 1969.
Rocktober Blood (1984) (スプラッターズ・ロック)
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On Halloween, a rock star returns from the dead to exact revenge on members of his former band.
Rush Week (1989) (悪夢のブラッディ・ウィーク)
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Toni, a journalism student, transfers to a new college, where several female students begin to disappear under suspicious circumstances. She starts to investigate, making her the prime target of a mysterious assailant. Set during Halloween-themed rush week.
Scary Movie (2000) (最終絶叫計画)
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A group of clueless teens find themselves stalked by a masked killer while spoofing popular horror films as they stumble through outrageous scares, crude humor, and pop culture chaos.
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019) (スケアリーストーリーズ 怖い本)
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A Halloween prank uncovers a cursed book that brings nightmarish stories to life during an autumn 1968 in America.
Silver Bullet (1985) (死霊の牙)
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A small town is terrorized by a werewolf whose attacks coincide with the full moon, with the story unfolding across multiple seasons and holidays, ultimately reaching its climax on Halloween.
Sinister (2012) (フッテージ)
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A true-crime writer uncovers horrifying home movies that awaken something ancient and evil.
Sleepy Hollow (1999) (スリーピー・ホロウ)
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Tim Burton’s gothic retelling of Washington Irving’s tale pits Johnny Depp's Ichabod Crane against Christopher Walken as the Headless Horseman. Christina Ricci stars as the enchanting and strong-willed Katrina Van Tassel.
Slugs (1988) (スラッグス)
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Mutated slugs terrorize a town during Halloween in this gloriously gory creature feature.
Something Wicked This Way Comes (1983) (何かが道をやってくる)
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Two boys face a sinister traveling carnival that exploits the fears and desires of their small town of Green Town, Illinois, unleashing dark magic and terror during an autumn in the late 1920s or early 1930s.
Spaced Invaders (1990) (ハロウィン・インベーダー/火星人襲来!?)
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A family comedy in which a group of dimwitted Martians land in the small town of Big Bean, Illinois, on Halloween night after intercepting a 50th-anniversary rebroadcast of the War of the Worlds radio drama.
Stan Helsing (2009) (最'恐?!'絶叫計画)
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Hapless video store employee Stan Helsing battles a horde of horror villains to save a small town on Halloween in this comedy horror.
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990) (フロム・ザ・ダークサイド／3つの闇の物語)
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An anthology horror film presenting three tales of dark magic, revenge, and supernatural terror, centered around a young boy facing a vengeful witch. In the final story, there’s a brief Halloween scene showing children in costumes returning home from trick-or-treating and embracing their mother near the film’s conclusion.
Tales of Halloween (2015) (ハロウィン2016)
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Ten interwoven stories celebrate Halloween’s darker side—pumpkins, killers, and candy-fueled revenge.
Talon Falls (2017) (ヘルアトラクション 絶叫館)
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Four teenagers visit a Halloween scream park, only to be captured and forced to become part of the haunt attraction they thought was all just games.
Terrifier (2016) (テリファー)
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A maniac known as Art the Clown terrorizes two friends on Halloween night, along with anyone else who crosses his path.
The Terror of Hallow's Eve (2017) (ディアボロ 世界一呪われた事件)
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After a fifteen-year-old is brutally beaten up by High School bullies, his wish for revenge unknowingly unleashes the Terror of Halloween. Horror veteran Doug Jones (The Shape of Water, Pan's Labyrinth) brings a disturbing performance to the Trickster.
Terror on Tape (1985) (テラーオンテープ)
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This horror compilation film features a frame story where customers visit the "Shoppe of Horrors" video store on Halloween to rent scary movies, which leads to the presentation of various clips from Continental Video releases.
Texas Chainsaw 3D (2013) (飛びだす 悪魔のいけにえ レザーフェイス一家の逆襲)
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A young woman travels to Texas to claim an inheritance, only to discover that a chainsaw-wielding killer comes with the territory. The film opens on Halloween, though it is scarcely featured beyond a brief mention.
Trick or Treats (1982) (ハロウィーン・夜の罠)
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A babysitter’s Halloween night becomes a nightmare when a killer father escapes to find his child.
Trick or Treat (1986) (ハロウィン1988・地獄のロック&ローラー)
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Heavy metal, Satanic pacts, and the resurrection of Sammi Curr all converge on Halloween night.
Trick 'r Treat (2007) (ブライアン・シンガーのトリック・オア・トリート)
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Five interconnected tales explore the rules—and consequences—of Halloween, watched over by horror icon Sam. My personal favorite Halloween horror movie! Still waiting for a sequel.
Trick (2019) (ヘルウィン)
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A no-nonsense detective tries to track down a mass murderer named Trick, who is terrorizing a small town on Halloween.
V/H/S (2012) (V/H/S シンドローム)
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The final segment of this anthology horror is called “10/31/98” where costumed friends crash the wrong Halloween party and uncover a very real haunting.
Wacko (1982) (死霊のかぼちゃ／13回目のハロウィン)
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A parody slasher set on Halloween, following police hunting the infamous pumpkin-headed Lawnmower Killer.
We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011) (少年は残酷な弓を射る)
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A mother reflects on her son’s disturbing behavior, with Halloween marking one haunting moment in a tragic timeline.
When Good Ghouls Go Bad (TV Movie 2001) (ダニーと秘密の魔法使い)
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When 12 year old Danny Walker moves to his father's hometown in Minnesota, he finds that the town doesn't celebrate Halloween and things aren't quite what they appear to be.
The Woods (2006) (怨霊の森)
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A troubled girl encounters mysterious happenings in the woods surrounding an isolated girls school that she was sent to by her disinterested parents. Set in 1965 New England, the story evokes a rich autumn atmosphere and features Bruce Campbell in a small role.
Wrong Turn 5: Bloodlines (2012) (クライモリ デッド・パーティ)
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College students attend a Halloween festival and cross paths with the cannibal clan.
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