The 12 best Halloween movies to stream on Amazon Prime Video
Happy Halloween! If you're looking for a chilling, thrilling or downright terrifying movie to watch today, we've got you covered. We've rounded up a list of our picks for the best Halloween movies to watch today, all available on Amazon Prime Video. (And yes, there is a family-friendly Halloween movie in the mix.)
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Best family-friendly Halloween movie: "The Addams Family," now streaming on Prime Video
Best horror movie available to rent: "Nope," $20 on Amazon
From classics like the original 1978 "Halloween" and "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" to newer releases including Jordan Peele's "Nope" and A24's "X," there's something to spook everyone on our curated list.
And when you're done reading up on the best horror movies to watch this season, make sure to check out our guides on the best Halloween decorations to buy this year and the most popular costumes of 2022. Not a fan of horror movies? We've also got recommendations for family-friendly movies to check out, the best new shows on Disney+ and more.
The best horror movies you can stream free on Amazon Prime Video
From family-friendly scary movies to cult classic films like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," here are the best Halloween movies included with your Amazon Prime subscription.
'The Addams Family'
Halloween's favorite family is back in this 2019 animated movie. "The Addams Family" follows Gomez, Morticia, Pugsley, Wednesday, Uncle Fester and Grandma as they prepare for a visit from some spooky relatives. Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloë Grace Moretz and Finn Wolfhard voice the macabre members of the Addams family in this kid-friendly film.
"The Addams Family," now streaming on Prime Video
'A Quiet Place Part II'
Another family-focused film, "A Quiet Place Part II" picks up right where its thrilling predecessor left off. Following the deadly events of the first film, the Abbott family must leave the safety of their farm and face the outside world, filled with a barrage of threats -- both familiar and new. Cillian Murphy stars alongside Emily Blunt in this suspenseful sequel, now streaming free on Prime Video.
"A Quiet Place Part II," now streaming on Prime Video
Need to catch up on this thrilling series? "A Quiet Place" is currently available to stream on Paramount+.
"A Quiet Place" now streaming on Paramount+
'My Best Friend's Exorcism'
Being a teenager in 1988 is tough, but BFFs Abby and Gretchen are getting through it together. From boy drama to an evil paranormal force possessing Gretchen, nothing will tear the pair apart. This new dark horror comedy stars "Eighth Grade" actress Elsie Fisher. It's streaming now on Prime Video.
"My Best Friend's Exorcism," now streaming on Prime Video
'Goodnight Mommy' (2022)
Following their parents' divorce, twin brothers Elias and Lukas move in with their mother only to find both her appearance and demeanor drastically altered. Is the mom they love so dearly really the one under all those surgical bandages? Naomi Watts stars as the titular "Mommy" in this 2022 English-language remake of the 2014 Austrian arthouse hit.
"Goodnight Mommy," now streaming on Prime Video
'Suspiria' (2018)
When a young American newcomer swiftly rises in the ranks of Berlin's world-renowned dance company, her peers begin to spill the haunting supernatural secrets of the company's director. Dakota Johnson, Tilda Swinton and Mia Goth star in this remake of the 1977 cult classic horror film.
"Suspiria," now streaming on Prime Video
'Carrie' (2013)
Chloë Grace Moretz and Julianne Moore star in the 2013 remake of this 1976 horror classic. "Carrie" follows a misunderstood and mistreated teen who finds herself a magnet for supernatural occurrences.
"Carrie" (2013), now streaming on Prime Video
'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'
If you can't make it to a midnight showing of this great Halloween film, Amazon has you covered. This 1975 musical follows a newly engaged couple who embark on a bewildering journey after their car breaks down near the mysterious mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" stars Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick and more.
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show," now streaming on Prime Video
The best horror movies you can rent on Amazon Prime Video
These are the best horror movies worth paying for on Prime Video, from brand new releases to tried and true classics.
'Nope'
Jordan Peele's latest blockbuster follows two siblings struggling to run their family's horse ranch in Southern California. When the pair discovers a UFO lurking just above their land, a dangerous opportunity presents itself. Starring "Get Out" actor Daniel Kaluuya, Steven Yeun from "The Walking Dead" and former Nickelodeon star Keke Palmer, "Nope" is now available to rent through Prime Video.
'X'
A group of aspiring filmmakers head to a remote rural ranch to shoot a porno, unaware that their hosts are hunting them. "X" stars Mia Goth, Jenna Ortega and Brittany Snow. With the prequel to this A24 horror hit, "Pearl," currently in theaters, now is the perfect time to stream "X."
'Halloween'
After being locked away for 15 years, murderer Michael Myers is on the loose and out for blood in his hometown of Haddonfield, Illinois. Starring Jamie Lee Curtis in her debut role, there's no better film to kick off the Halloween season than the original "Halloween."
"Halloween," $4 and up on Prime Video
The best TV deals right now
Looking to upgrade your home theater? Keep reading to check out the best deals on TVs, streaming sticks and more available on Amazon.
Amazon Fire TV 4-Series 4K smart TV
The Amazon Fire TV 4-Series 4K smart TV is a mid-size television that's the ideal size for many living rooms. The device comes with a Fire TV Alexa voice remote; use it to find favorite apps, movies and shows, check the weather and more.
55" Amazon Fire TV 4-Series 4K smart TV, $520
LG OLED B1 Series Alexa built-in 4K smart TV: $1,597
This 4K smart TV with Alexa built in has an OLED display. This TV adjusts your viewing and audio settings automatically.
65" LG OLED B1 Series Alexa built-in 4K smart TV, $1,597 (reduced from $2,300)
TCL QLED 6-Series with 4K resolution: $950
If you're already used to a certain interface, switching can be tough, especially if you're not particularly tech savvy. Fans of the super-simple Roku platform should look for a TV -- like this TCL model -- with a built-in Roku system. Plus, the picture quality of this 6-Series model is stunning for the money.
65" TCL QLED Roku 6-Series with 4K resolution, $950 (reduced from $1,500)
LG OLED C1 4K smart TV: $1,497
Right now, Amazon has this 65-inch LG OLED TV from its C1 series marked down. The smart TV features built-in Google Assistant and Alexa.
Unlike LED and QLED TVs, OLED TVs don't have a backlight layer. Instead, each pixel is its own teeny-tiny LED light that can independently change its luminosity and even turn off completely. Because each of their pixels function independently, these TVs offer elite image quality -- and the darkest shadows. OLED televisions also tend to be ultra thin. The LG set featured here measures just 1.8-inches thick.
65" LG OLED C1 4K smart TV, $1,497 (reduced from $2,500)
Amazon Fire TV Stick with 4K Ultra HD
This Amazon streaming stick with a new Wi-Fi antenna design is optimized for 4K streaming. The Amazon Fire TV Stick pairs with compatible Bluetooth headphones and comes equipped with Alexa-enabled voice-control technology.
Amazon Fire TV Stick with 4K Ultra HD, $50
Amazon Fire TV Cube
With a hexa-core processor that delivers fast, fluid 4K streaming, the Fire TV Cube is the most powerful option when it comes to Amazon's Fire TV streaming systems. Equipped with a control-compatible soundbar and A/V receivers, you can go entirely hands-free, and just ask Alexa when you want to change something on the TV.
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