Horror Movies
This 1978 film, directed by John Carpenter, features a crazed killer as he escapes from a mental institution to terrorize a babysitter on Halloween night.
What is "Halloween"?
This fictional monster, created by Mary Shelley, is a patchwork creature brought to life by a mad scientist in the early 19th century.
Who is Frankenstein's Monster?
In this 1998 film, a teenage girl discovers she is a witch and must save her family from an evil warlock during Halloween.
What is "Halloweentown"?
This iconic Halloween symbol, which represents the harvest season, was originally used by the Celts as a way to honor the dead.
What is a pumpkin?
This iconic Halloween song, performed by Bobby "Boris" Pickett, features lyrics about a dance party and has become a Halloween classic since its release in 1962.
What is "Monster Mash"?
In this 1984 film, a group of teenagers must survive the night as a demonic doll named Chucky comes to life and seeks revenge on his former owner.
What is "Child's Play"?
This character is a child murderer who haunts the dreams of teenagers in a film series created by Wes Craven.
Who is Freddy Krueger?
This animated Disney film features a young boy who befriends a ghost, who wants to be accepted by humans.
What is "Casper"?
In the United States, Halloween gained popularity in this decade, as communities began organizing festivities and parades.
What is the 1920s?
This animated television special features the Peanuts gang as they celebrate Halloween.
What is "It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown"?
This 1996 film revitalized the slasher genre by featuring a high school student who becomes the target of a masked killer while navigating the rules of horror movies.
What is "Scream"?
This character, played by Bette Midler, is the leader of a coven and is known for her powerful singing voice and obsession with youth.
Who is Winifred Sanderson?
This director, known for his unique style and use of stop-motion animation, created Frankenweenie as a feature-length film after originally making it as a short in 1984.
The word "Halloween" is derived from this Scottish phrase, which refers to the night before a Christian holiday.
What is "all hallows' eve"?
This popular TV series featured an episode titled "Treehouse of Horror," which became an annual Halloween tradition for the characters.
What is "The Simpsons"?
This 1974 film, directed by Tobe Hooper, follows a family of cannibals and their iconic member, Leatherface, as they terrorize a group of friends in a rural community.
What is "Texas Chainsaw Massacre"?
This character, a vengeful ghost wearing a white dress, is known for her long black hair and is the central figure in the 2002 film The Ring.
Who is Samara?
This talking black cat, originally a boy cursed by the Sanderson sisters, helps the main characters navigate the dangers of Halloween night.
Who is Thackery Binx?
In addition to Halloween, this ancient festival celebrates the dead and was observed by the Aztecs in late October, reflecting similar themes of honoring ancestors.
What is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
In 2022, this celebrity known for her intricate costumes made a splash at her Halloween party by dressing as a giant earthworm, featuring a full-body, skin-like suit and a whimsical headpiece.
Who is Heidi Klum?
This 1996 film follows a group of teenage girls who explore their witchy abilities and the consequences of their newfound powers, leading to dark and dangerous situations in their high school.
What is "The Craft"?
This character, revealed as the primary antagonist in the original Friday the 13th (1980), seeks revenge at Camp Crystal Lake.
Who is Mrs. Voorhees?
This character, a warlock and former friend of Marnie’s mother, seeks revenge on Halloweentown by trying to steal its magic.
Who is Kalabar?
This American city is known as the "Halloween Capital of the World," celebrating with parades and festivities each year.
What is Anoka, Minnesota?
In 2018, Kim Kardashian channeled this iconic pop culture figure by dressing in a sequined, shimmering gold outfit with a matching wig, inspired by her famous music video.
Who is Cher?