Halloween has rolled around once again, bringing with it a craving for something a little eerie. Whether your Halloween ritual involves late night horror marathons or light hearted frights with friends, there’s a spellbinding mix of films waiting for you both in cinemas and at home.
In Cinemas
The Black Phone 2 (MA15+)
Release date: 16 October 2025 | Running time: 114 min
Director: Scott Derrickson | Cast: Demián Bichir, Jeremy Davies, Ethan Hawke, Madeleine McGraw, Miguel Mora, Arianna Rivas, Mason Thames
Four years after escaping his kidnapper, Finn is trying to move on from the horrors of his past. But when that same disconnected phone begins to ring again, he realises some evils never die. Expect nerve-shredding tension and supernatural vengeance in this chilling sequel to The Black Phone.
Shelby Oaks (MA15+)
Release date: 23 October 2025 | Running time: 92 min
Director: Chris Stuckmann | Cast: Michael Beach, Keith David, Sarah Durn, Brendan Sexton III, Camille Sullivan
When video blogger Mia’s sister vanishes while filming an episode of their paranormal web series, she dives into a trail of eerie footage and forgotten memories. As the truth unravels, she uncovers a malevolent force linked to their childhood—one that refuses to stay buried.
Good Boy (M)
Release date: 2 October 2025 | Running time: 73 min
Director: Ben Leonberg | Cast: Shane Jensen, Larry Fessenden, Arielle Friedman, Stuart Rudin, Anya Krawcheck
In this twisted tale of loyalty and terror, a devoted dog follows his owner to a quiet countryside home—only to face unseen horrors lurking in the dark. When otherworldly forces threaten his human companion, this courageous canine proves that not all heroes walk on two legs.
Streaming Screams
Frankenstein (2025) – Netflix, 7 November 2025
Guillermo del Toro breathes new life into Mary Shelley’s timeless creation. Oscar Isaac stars as Dr Victor Frankenstein, a man consumed by ambition who dares to reanimate the dead. But when his “monster” (Jacob Elordi) awakens, creator and creation are bound in a haunting exploration of love, loss, and what it truly means to be human.
Monster Series – Netflix
The anthology that shocked audiences returns with three chilling instalments:
- Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story (2022): A meticulous look at the life and crimes of one of America’s most infamous serial killers.
- Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (2024): A deep dive into the media circus and motives behind the brothers who murdered their parents.
- Monster: The Ed Gein Story (2025): The latest chapter explores the real-life inspiration behind Psycho and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, unearthing the grisly psyche of Ed Gein.
Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities – Netflix
Bizarre nightmares unfold in eight tales of terror in this visually stunning horror anthology curated by Guillermo del Toro. Blending Gothic and Grand Guignol traditions, each episode is a macabre masterpiece—written and directed by acclaimed filmmakers, with two chilling stories co-written by del Toro himself. Expect strange creatures, haunted objects, and beautifully grotesque worlds that redefine modern horror.
The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (2025) – Disney +
Trust can be terrifying. When a seemingly perfect nanny (Maika Monroe) enters the life of an unsuspecting mother (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), kindness quickly turns to manipulation. This modern re-imagining of the 1992 thriller delivers sleek suburban suspense with a Halloween-night edge.
The Monkey – Prime Video
A childhood toy becomes the harbinger of death in this Stephen King-inspired nightmare. When twin brothers unearth their father’s old cymbal-clapping monkey, a string of mysterious deaths follows. Years later, the killings begin again—forcing them to confront the cursed relic once and for all.
Locked – Prime Video
A high-stakes cat-and-mouse thriller unfolds inside a luxury SUV when a car thief (Bill Skarsgård) realises he’s trapped by a vengeful vigilante (Anthony Hopkins). As twisted justice takes the wheel, survival means outsmarting a predator with nothing left to lose.
Within the Pines – Prime Video
When sound recordist Sam Evans retreats to an isolated forest to capture nature’s whispers, he instead records something unnatural—an echo that shouldn’t exist. Alone in the wilderness, Sam’s search for the source turns into a descent into fear itself.
Final Cut
Whether you crave a monster classic, a psychological nail-biter, or a slow burn supernatural story, Halloween 2025 offers something to keep every heartbeat racing. Dim the lights, grab the popcorn, and let the fright begin.
