In this film, three resurrected sisters from Salem prove that a black flame candle can really ruin your night.
What is Hocus Pocus?
According to legend, the boundary between the living and the dead grows thinnest on this night, allowing spirits to walk among us.
What is Halloween? (or All Hallows' Eve)
Gold chains, shades, and confidence levels on 100 — this staffer was ready for the BET Awards.
Who is Sherri?
This villian's story began with racial injustice.
This 1998 Disney classic taught us that if your family secret involves broomsticks, a portal, and a talking skeleton cab driver, you might be from here.
What is Halloweentown?
This Halloween symbol became associated with death and wisdom in Celtic lore — and later, a familiar for witches all because it could “see” in the dark.
What is an owl?
Known for their flair, this “hat enthusiast” showed up looking ready to host a very unbirthday tea party
Who is Amanda?
This villain’s name is never spoken in the original film. Fans gave him his nickname.
Who is Pinhead?
This film redefined “home invasion” when the intruders turned out to be you.
What is Us?
Before black cats became symbols of witchcraft, they were actually seen as good luck in this country where killing one could bring seven years of misfortune.
What is Egypt?
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Who is Alexis?
This character’s weapon is less a knife and more a question of identity, born from jealousy, trauma, and a motel that’s seen better days.
Who is Norman Bates?
This found-footage phenomenon made “shaky cam” and camping in the woods officially terrifying.
What is the Blair Witch Project?
Before Ouija boards and tarot cards, young people on Halloween would try to predict their future spouse using this common food.
What is an apple?
Brave enough to face the “Other Mother,” this person made creepy look cute.
Who is Shantae?
This demonic figure’s name is derived from an ancient Babylonian spirit
Who is Pazuzu? (The Exorcist)
This 2022 thriller serves up satire on wealth and obsession — where the only thing rarer than the steak is mercy.
What is the Menu?
The first jack-o’-lanterns weren’t carved from pumpkins but from this root vegetable because it was plentiful in Ireland.
What is a turnip?
Dressed like a local entrepreneur of the early 2000s, this staffer was ready to make that sale.
Who is Jason?
This character’s descent into madness mirrors the myth of the Minotaur
Who is Jack Torrance?