It’s spooky season, which means the perfect time to carve pumpkins, dress up as your favourite pop-culture icon, or simply curl up on the sofa for a good old-fashioned scary movie night.
Get in the mood for Halloween with the best scary movies on Prime Video, from classics like Beetlejuice to modern thrills like A Quiet Place: Day One.
Here are 13 of the best Halloween movies to watch on Prime Video.
It’s spooky season, which means the perfect time to carve pumpkins, dress up as your favourite pop-culture icon, or simply curl up on the sofa for a good old-fashioned scary movie night.
Get in the mood for Halloween with the best scary movies on Prime Video, from classics like Beetlejuice to modern thrills like A Quiet Place: Day One.
Here are 13 of the best Halloween movies to watch on Prime Video.
From time travel to 80s nostalgia, this teen slasher starring Kiernan Shipka, Julie Bowen, Randall Park and Oliva Holt has it all. 35 years after the shocking murder of three teens, the infamous “Sweet Sixteen Killer” returns on Halloween night to claim a fourth victim.
When teenager Jamie (Kiernan Shipka) encounters the killer and accidentally travels back in time to 1987, the year of the original killings, she teams up with her teen mom (Olivia Holt) to take down the killer once and for all.
Totally Killer is available to watch on Prime Video.
This spooky kooky classic from Tim Burton is a must-watch for anyone who loves a little weird with their Halloween fun. When a recently deceased couple tries to haunt their home’s new owners, they accidentally summon the wild and mischievous ghost-for-hire, Beetlejuice.
Cue outrageous antics and that iconic striped suit. Just remember— don’t say his name three times!
Beetlejuice is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.
The first film in the popular Paranormal Activity film series follows a young couple’s experience living in the suburbs with supernatural beings. Shot in a found-footage style, the film captures their attempts to document the strange and paranormal phenomena that occur in their home.
The subtle scares and slow-building tension make you question every shadow and creak in the night. Perfect for a cosy night in – if you can handle the paranoia!
Paranormal Activity is available to watch on Prime Video.
Goosebumps (2015) brings R.L. Stine’s beloved spooky book series to life in a family-friendly adventure. When teenager Zach accidentally unleashes Stine’s creepy creatures from their manuscripts, it’s a race to capture monsters like the Abominable Snowman and Slappy the Dummy.
With Jack Black playing the eccentric author, Goosebumps is a perfect mix of humour, thrills and nostalgia for fans of the books.
Goosebumps is available to rent and buy on Prime Video. Goosebumps is also available to stream in 4K Ultra HD.
Set in a future America, where all crime is allowed for 12 hours, The Purge: Election Year follows Senator Charlie Roan who’s running for president and wants to end the deadly annual tradition. But as Purge night begins, she’s targeted by those who want to keep the violence alive.
Packed with biting social commentary and suspenseful thrills, The Purge: Election Year mixes horror and politics, making you think as much as it makes you jump.
The Purge: Election Year is available to watch on Prime Video.
Expertly mixing horror with comedy, Edgar Wright’s cult classic British film follows real-life best friends Simon Pegg (Shaun) and Nick Frost (Ed) as they try to survive a zombie apocalypse, with a gang of unlikely cohorts. Shaun of the Dead is perfect for zombie movie fans who love also British humour not just blood, guts, and gore.
Shaun of the Dead is available to watch on Prime Video.
Carrie reimagines Stephen King's iconic horror for a new generation. The 2013 film follows Carrie White, a shy teen with a secret — she has telekinetic powers. When a cruel prank pushes her over the edge, Carrie unleashes her wrath in the most unforgettable prom night ever.
Starring Chloë Grace Moretz as Carrie and Julianne Moore as her overbearing mother, the film combines teen drama with the supernatural.
Carrie is available to watch on Prime Video.
This prequel takes us back to the day the world fell into eerie silence. When Sam returns home to NYC, her trip turns into a nightmare when alien creatures that hunt by sound attack. Alongside her cat and an unexpected ally, she must embark on a perilous journey in which the only rule is to stay quiet to stay alive.
Starring Lupita Nyong'o, A Quiet Place: Day One is a gripping addition to the hit franchise.
A Quiet Place: Day One is available to rent and buy on Prime Video.
The latest instalment in the Monsterverse follows up the explosive showdown of Godzilla vs. Kong with an all-new adventure that pits the rivals against a colossal undiscovered threat hidden within our world.
If you love epic battles and larger-than-life spectacle, Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire promises plenty of both.
Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.
This spine-chilling classic is based on the allegedly true story of a family who move into the perfect house — until strange and terrifying events begin. From eerie voices to moving furniture, the house’s dark history of murder soon reveals itself.
Whether you believe in the story’s truth or not, both the 1979 and 2005 films remain a cornerstone of haunted house horror.
Both versions of The Amityville Horror are available to watch on Prime Video.
When a group of criminals abduct the 12-year-old daughter of a powerful underworld figure, they expect an easy $50 million ransom. The twist? The girl, Abigail, isn’t ordinary — she’s a centuries-old vampire with a thirst for blood.
From the directors of Scream and Ready or Not, Abigail promises thrills, chills and lots of gore.
Abigail is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.
After a mysterious fog rolls into their small town, a group of locals become trapped in a supermarket. Realising the mist hides deadly creatures beyond the walls of the store, fear and panic spreads, and the real horror unfolds inside.
Based on Stephen King’s novella, The Mist is a masterclass in psychological horror that mixes monster thrills with social commentary.
The Mist is available to watch on Prime Video.
This psychological horror blurs the lines between supernatural terror and real-life trauma. The Babadook follows Amelia, a widowed mother struggling to raise her troubled son, Sam, who becomes obsessed with a creepy children’s book about a sinister figure called "The Babadook."
The Babadook is more than just a creature feature — it’s a haunting exploration of mental health and the complexities of motherhood.
The Babadook is available to watch on Prime Video.
All these movies are available to watch on Prime Video. Prime Video is included with your Prime membership which costs £8.99 per month and £95 per year.
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Whether you're in the mood for psychological thrills, supernatural scares, or good old-fashioned slasher fun, Prime Video has you covered with this diverse selection of horror and Halloween films. So, grab your popcorn, safety blanket, and maybe a nightlight – and prepare for a spooky movie marathon.
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