Whats on TV over Halloween scariest TV shows and movies
Whether you're looking for something airing on the TV or you're looking for something to stream on platforms including Netflix and Disney Plus, we've got you covered with our list below.
Read on for our picks of the best TV shows and films showing this Halloween.
Interview with the Vampire - Thursday 26th October at 9pm, BBC Two
This new adaptation of Anne Rice's novels first aired some time ago in the US, but it has just arrived this side of the pond, with new episodes still airing on BBC Two. However, if you're looking to move ahead, then the full season is also available now on BBC iPlayer.
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The new adaptation stars Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid and Bailey Bass, and, as with the books, it follows vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac as he recounts his previous life and romantic past with Lestat de Lioncourt.
A second season is already on the way, so it's the perfect time to catch up if you're looking for a new vampire-filled binge this Halloween.
The Enfield Poltergeist - Friday 27th October, Apple TV+
Horror movie fans may know this story as the inspiration for The Conjuring 2, but this documentary aims to delve into the chilling story of the world's most famous poltergeist through an unscripted format.
The series uses a mixture of dramatisation and original audio recordings made inside the house as the events unfolded, in order to let the viewer experience the story.
Throughout the four episodes, performers reenact what is heard on the actual tapes, while the series also includes present-day interviews.
Goosebumps - Friday 27th October, Disney Plus
The Goosebumps books by RL Stine have been hugely popular over the years, and for many have been their entry-way into horror as they have grown up.
Now, they have been adapted into this brand-new series for Disney Plus, the latest episode of which will drop on Friday 27th October.
The series stars Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna, Ana Yi Puig and Will Price, as well as Barbarian star Justin Long, and follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a journey to investigate the tragic passing of a teen three decades earlier.
If you're looking for something spooky but not too scary, and suitable for younger audiences, this may be for you.
Uncanny - Friday 27th October at 9pm, BBC Two
If you've listened to Danny Robins's podcast of the same name then you'll know what you're getting in for here, but if you haven't, then strap in for some strange, eerie, paranormal investigations which will test the strength of either your belief or disbelief of the supernatural.
The third episode is airing on Friday 27th October, while the first two are already available to stream on BBC iPlayer. The third case sees Robins meeting Heather, who, 30 years ago, called an exorcist to her student house, but the exorcism didn't quite go to plan.
Addams Family Values - Sunday 29th October at 4:45pm, Channel 4
With Netflix's Wednesday having shot the Addams family back to prominence, why not rewatch one of their earlier and best-loved film outings, Addams Family Values.
In the film, a sequel to 1991's The Addams Family, a serial killer marries Fester, intending to murder him for his inheritance, while Wednesday and Pugsley head off to summer camp.
If you're looking for a dark, spooky aesthetic but also some serious laughs, then you can't go wrong with Addams Family Values, which features strong performances from its cast including Anjelica Huston, Christopher Lloyd and, of course, Christina Ricci as Wednesday Addams.
The Burning Girls - Sunday 29th October at 10pm, Channel 5
This six-part series based on the novel of the same name first debuted on Paramount+ earlier this month, but it is now airing on Channel 5. It stars Samantha Morton as Reverend Jack Brooks and Ruby Stokes as her daughter Flo, with the series starting as they move to a new village to escape a traumatic past.
However, they soon find that the village is rife with conspiracy and superstition, all surrounding witch trials which took place there long ago.
The cast also includes Conrad Khan and Rupert Graves, and while it may not be the most original story ever, if you're looking for an entry-point to the horror genre, this could be the way to go.
The Sixth Sense - Sunday 29th October at 11:05pm, Channel 5
Perhaps still M Night Shyamalan's best film, this iconic '90s psychological thriller still manages to chill audiences to this day, while that twist has gone down as one of the greatest of all time.
Bruce Willis gives one of the best performances of his career here, as a child psychologist investigating after his patient claims he can see and talk to the dead.
The film also features a seriously impressive child star performance from Haley Joel Osment, and suitably builds up tension and atmosphere until that big reveal. If you've been turned of Shyamalan's films of late, why not dive back into this seriously strong entry into his filmography.
Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai - Monday 30th October at 7pm, BBC Three
This animated Gremlins prequel first arrived in the US a while ago, but UK viewers have been left waiting - until now. The series features a voice cast including Ming-Na Wen, BD Wong, James Hong and Sandra Oh, and tells the story of how Sam Wing met the young Mogwai, Gizmo.
The series got a strong initial reception for its humour, heart and entertainment factor for the whole family. If you're looking for more of a horror element like the original then you may find this somewhat lacking, but if you're happy just to delve into another adventure with the cuddly yet manic creatures, you'll find it here.
Evil Dead - Tuesday 31st October at 10:35pm, AMC
The Evil Dead franchise gained a new strong addition earlier this year in the form of Evil Dead Rise, which is currently available to stream on Netflix. However, if you're channel surfing on Tuesday night and fancy diving into one of the series' previous instalments, you can do a lot worse than 2013's Evil Dead.
It may not be the funniest of the franchise or have that glee that the first instalments had, but it certainly delivers on the gore, the thrills and the spills which have become synonymous with the series. It stars Jane Levy, Shiloh Fernandez, Lou Taylor Pucci, Jessica Lucas and Elizabeth Blackmore, as five people under attack in a remote cabin in the woods.
Talk to Me - Out now, Netflix
This A24 horror film from earlier this year has just arrived on Netflix, making it a perfect choice if you're looking for something seriously unsettling this Halloween. This isn't your easy-going, family-friendly horror - it's a fast-paced, stressful ride from the off, with some hugely eerie sequences and some performances which will stick in your mind for a long time to come.
The film stars Sophie Wilde as Mia, a young woman who, along with her friends, tries using a mystical ceramic hand which can allow spirits to enter your body for a limited time - as long as you don't let it go on for too long. This is a seriously impressive debut for directors Danny and Michael Philippou and well worth your time this spooky season.
The Fall of the House of Usher - Out now, Netflix
Director Mike Flanagan has become synonymous with the Halloween season over the past few years, with series including The Haunting of Hill House and Midnight Mass captivating audiences.
Now, he brings us this loose adaptation of the works of Edgar Allan Poe, which is set in modern day and follows the dramatic fall of a wealthy family built on dirty money.
Like with other Flanagan works, this features terrific performances and some unique, chilling horror set pieces, as the show charts the Usher family members' shocking deaths, one by one.
If you like his style you'll likely find something to enjoy here, and with eight hour-long episodes, it makes for the perfect binge over the Halloween weekend.
The Devil on Trial - Out now, Netflix
This one-off documentary film, which arrived on Netflix earlier this month, explores the first and only time 'demonic possession' has officially been used as a defence in a US murder trial. The film charts the story through a mix of dramatisation and firsthand interview accounts of the alleged possession and shocking death.
The film may not have the most original structure or the most interrogatory way of telling its story, but it does put both potential explanations of the narrative to the audience succinctly and if the premise intrigues you, then this hour and a half film could be just what you're looking for.
What We Do in the Shadows season 5 - Out now, Disney Plus
There was a lot of skepticism when it was first announced that a TV show spin-off to Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement's film was in development, but What We Do in the Shadows has been a huge hit in its own right. The vampire mockumentary sitcom is now in its fifth season, all episodes of which have just landed on Disney Plus.
The new season once again stars Kayvan Novak, Natasia Demetriou, Matt Berry, Harvey Guillén, Mark Proksch and Kirsten Schall, and follows up after last season's cliffhanger saw Guillermo attempting to pay to become a vampire.
The series has retained its seriously high laugh rate throughout, so if you're looking for a blend of spooky and funny this Halloween, look no further.
If you're looking for something to watch, visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
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