Halloween Movie Costumes to Dress Up as
Autumn is drawing in and there’s only one event in the calendar that’s on the mind – and it’s our favourite! Get into the spirit of Halloween and dress up! Are you lacking inspiration for your spooky your wardrobe this year? We’ve put together a list of Halloween movie costumes that are sure to be scary and iconic!
The Addams Family
With a new animated adventure, we’re here to deliver you Addams family costumes for the whole family! These gothic and relatable outcasts hold a place in pop culture forever. Many of us relate to their cynical sayings and quotes on the daily. Choose a hilarious outfit like our Cousin Itt or Morticia Addams costume. How about the rest of the family, for example, Gomez, Wednesday and Uncle Fester? Halloween movie costumes have never been so spooky, ‘ooky and altogether kooky!
Chucky from Child’s Play
Yes, you heard it right. The Good Guys doll gone bad is back again with a brand new remake. With a story refresh including the introduction of ‘Buddi’ connecting to a smartphone, this story is now more frightening. This Chucky doll still has the iconic blue dungarees and striking ginger hair. We’ve got an updated selection of Chucky costumes for men and women, including a mask! Time to play!
The Joker
Joaquin Phoenix hit the big screen with an all-new movie starring one of Gotham’s baddest villains. This story explores how the Joker became the criminal mastermind that he is known for today. Despite not falling into the category of ‘Halloween’, it sure is sinister and a great Halloween movie costume option! Joker costumes are a look that will be recreated each year at Halloween. How could we not include it with this new look?! Apply this new makeup look and show off your new threads like you’re fresh from Arkham State Hospital!
Doctor Sleep
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One of the latest horror films is a movie based on Stephen King’s The Shining Sequel: Doctor Sleep. Ewan McGregor plays Danny Torrance and we’re expecting a full resurgence of The Shining Twins costumes at Halloween parties across the globe.
Maleficent 2
Back to the big screen is Angelina Jolie reprising her iconic role as Maleficent. This tale brings a newer and fresher costume with wings, which can easily be added to our Maleficent costume! Simply whip on a full-blown outfit or DIY with a cape, dress and some demonic horns!
Annabelle Comes Home
Another doll causing trouble… back at it again this Halloween is the Annabelle doll, originally from The Conjuring. With the release of Annabelle 2, this is a Halloween movie costume that’s getting bigger each year! If you love all things evil spirits, rituals and nightmare-inducing tales, The Conjuring universe is definitely for you. This demonic doll has an official costume, make sure you grab one here to freak out your friends!
The Nun
On the back of Annabelle’s success, The Nun from The Conjuring is another Halloween movie character you can recreate this year. It’s simple, iconic, and you don’t even need any face paint when purchasing the mask.
Stranger Things
Yes, we know… it’s not technically a movie, but this Netflix series seriously cannot be left out of this list! Dressing up as any of the Stranger Things characters is sure to be a winner. Why not try out new Eleven from Stranger Things costume? Create your own props with a box of Eggos and a little fake blood for that fresh nose bleed look! Got a partner? Dress them up as Dustin to win the competition!
Zombieland 2: Double Tap
Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg and Emma Stone star in another zombie comedy movie. It’s sure to bring resurgence back to zombie fancy dress! View our selection of the best zombie costumes, ideas and inspiration. With the planned release of ‘The Dead Don’t Die’ starring Selena Gomez and Bill Murray, there will be some fierce zombie outfit competition! Horror movie costumes don’t get easier than this!
IT: Chapter 2
We’ve saved our personal favourite until last! Number 10 has to be the icon that is Pennywise. Whether you’re a fan of Tim Curry or Bill Skarsgard, Halloween is simply not complete without this murderous clown. We’re still not over the legend that is Pennywise, which is why we’ve got everything from makeup, masks and costumes for Halloween. Find IT Costumes and clown inspiration for adults, boys and girls amongst our Sinister Circus costumes.
Horror lovers, rejoice! No longer will you be pondering on what to wear this Halloween. Whether you’re in watching a horror movie or have a big spooky night out planned, we’ve got something for you. This is the year to bring your favourite scary movie characters to life at the party. Discover more Halloween costumes by clicking here. Find Halloween happiness for your family by scrolling through our 30 family outfit ideas!