Pictured: All of Us Are Dead, Midnight Mass, The Sandman, The Haunting of Hill House, Stranger Things
It’s October, which means spooky season is officially here. From ghosts to zombies, Netflix has plenty of shows to solve your Halloween fears this year. Enjoy one or more spooky Netflix originals while sipping a pumpkin spice latte.
Netflix is one of the best places to binge-watch horror and supernatural shows on Halloween. From classic paranormal shows such as stranger thingsthe beloved “Flanaverse” to more fantastical horror elements sandman — There’s something for everyone. If you’re looking for something to binge, look no further. Check out our list of the best spooky Netflix originals to watch this Halloween!
Fall of the House of Usher
Photo: The Fall of the House of Usher – Intrepid Pictures
mike flanagan’s Fall of the House of Usher This is a gothic horror series. Based on the works of legendary horror author Edgar Allan Poe, this series is perfect for those who enjoy chilling and unique whodunnit stories.
The series follows Roderick and Madeline Asher, the couple who built Fortunato Pharmaceuticals Inc. into a wealthy superpower. But when the heirs of the Usher dynasty begin dying mysteriously, old secrets are revealed.
This eight-episode miniseries was released on Netflix in October 2023. If you missed it last Halloween, there’s no excuse this time.
dead boy detectives
dead boy detective (Left to Right) George Rextrew as Edwin Payne and Jaden LeBli as Charles Roland in DEAD BOY DETECTIVES Episode 1. Cr. David Bukach/Netflix © 2023
Netflix sandman spin-off dead boy detectives While it may have suffered a cruel fate due to its premature cancellation, the eight-episode series remains a great standalone series. This supernatural series was well received by critics and general audiences. Look no further than our very positive reviews. Unfortunately, the lackluster numbers weren’t good enough to merit another installment.
That being said, Dead Boy Detectives is the perfect binge for anyone who likes silly, irreverent shows. The film follows the deceased duo Edwin (George Rextrew) and Charles (Jaeden Lebri) who decide not to enter the afterlife and remain in this world to investigate various paranormal mysteries. Masu.
The show already has a dedicated and passionate following. Don’t give up on this great series just because it’s been cancelled.
The Haunting of Hill House
Photo: The Haunting of Hill House – Intrepid Pictures
Back to Mike Flanagan, this time. The Haunting of Hill House. If you’re looking for a horror series on Netflix, it doesn’t get any better than this. This 10-episode series is one of the highest-rated horror shows on Netflix, currently holding an impressive 8.5/10 rating on IMDb.
Jumping from the past to the present, the series follows the fractured Crane family, haunted by fragmented memories of their old home and the tragic events that forced them out.
Still can’t get enough of Flanagan’s project? Fall of the House of Usher and hill house huntinghe has several other horror projects on the streamer. You can also check out Ghost of Bligh House, An equally great anthology sequel series.
we are all dead
Photo: All of Us Are Dead – Film Monster Co
You can’t have a Halloween watchlist without including zombies. Netflix has a decent catalog of zombie novels: Black Summer, Resident Evil, Zombieversethe list goes on. The outstanding zombie series for me are: korean drama we are all dead.
premise of we are all dead The content is very simple. A zombie apocalypse occurs and a group of students must escape from the school where it originated. The execution is great. It’s brutal and unforgiving and the zombies are totally unforgiving.
moreover, we are all dead Updated for another season. Filming for new episodes won’t begin until 2025, but filming has officially begun. It’s the perfect time to watch and get ahead of Season 1.
sandman
Photo: Sandman – DC Comics
The Sandman is not a horror show in the traditional sense. Instead, its stories cover a variety of genres, and horror is one of them. The show follows the embodiment of dreams, the Dream of the Endless (Tom Sturridge), as he carries out his duties as ruler of the kingdom that we visit when we go to sleep at night.
At the beginning of the series, Dream is imprisoned and locked up for several decades. When he finally escapes, his totems of power – helm, ruby, sandbag – are all stolen, and he must go on a journey to retrieve them and rebuild his kingdom. When he goes on an adventure, the horror elements really kick in. Especially when trying to get back a ruby that fell into the wrong hands. Episode 5, 24 hours a day, 365 days a yearis one of the best horror hours you can watch on Netflix.
sandman Season 2 has finished filming and is scheduled to premiere in 2025.
kingdom
Photo: Kingdom – AStory
kingdom ‘ is a zombie series, but it’s so much more than that. Most zombie stories are set in modern times, kingdom It transports viewers to 17th century Korea.
based on kingdom of gods Written by Kim Eun-hee and Yang Kyung-il, kingdom This is an apocalyptic drama like no other. The historical setting allows for gorgeous sets and costumes, and the zombie aspect adds a unique twist. The story is about Lee Chang, the heir of Joseon, who investigates the death of the king, but the kingdom is thrown into chaos. Joseon not only has to fight those who try to oppose him, but also the plague that threatens his kingdom.
kingdom It also aired on Netflix for two seasons and a full-length story. Asin of the north. If you want to see something completely unique this Halloween, this show is for you!
cabinet of curiosities
Photo: Cabinet of Curiosities – Double Dare You
If you’re pressed for time this Halloween and can’t get into the multi-season storyline, check out Guillermo del Toro’s cabinet of curiosities Great choice!
cabinet of curiosities ” is an anthology series that tells short, one-shot horror stories. The eight-episode season has mixed reviews. Some of the best episodes include: cemetery rata grave robber is trapped underground and faces attack from an army of rodents. and anatomya sheriff investigates a corpse in the woods and uncovers the gruesome events that led to the death.
Guillermo del Toro has proven time and time again that he is a master of horror. cabinet of curiosities It doesn’t disappoint — well, apart from episode 4. outsideit’s probably a little Too Odd number.
stranger things
Photo: Stranger Things – Upside Down Productions
I know, I know, we’ve all seen it. stranger things at this point. This is one of the jewels in the crown of Netflix’s huge success over the years.
Whether you’re visiting the Upside Down for the first time or are a seasoned visitor, Stranger Things is the ultimate October binge. So season 2 literally takes place during Halloween. Needless to say, stranger things Cosplay has become one of the most common Halloween costumes.
stranger things has aired four seasons, with the fifth and final season underway. From the Demogorgon to the Mind Flayer to Vecna herself, there’s no better time to enjoy the Upside Down than during the Halloween season.
lock & key
Photo: Lock & Key – IDW Entertainment
Based on the comic written by Joe Hill (Stephen King’s son). lock & key It combines all the eeriness of Stephen King’s works. stranger things Spin is also mixed appropriately.
lock & key It’s a really fun and wild ride. The series centers on a group of children who move into a mysterious key house. This house hides many mysteries, including many keys that unlock all sorts of strange things. The key allows you to become a ghost, teleport anywhere, open people’s brains, and perform time travel.
Locke & Key doesn’t lean too much into the realm of horror, being completely family-friendly, but still has a spooky feel to it. There are ghosts and, of course, demonic villains who try to capture the protagonists. lock & key is a series that has completed three seasons, so you don’t have to worry about whether it will be renewed or not.
midnight mass
Photo: Midnight Mass – Intrepid Pictures
For those looking for something pretty intense, let me introduce you to the following. midnight mass. During this time, The Haunting of Hill House”, Mike Flanagan has established himself as one of the best horror writers in the industry.
midnight mass It is extremely gloomy and disturbing. It’s not a show for the faint of heart. The show effortlessly blends elements of horror and religion as a priest, Father Paul, arrives on small, isolated Crockett Island. His arrival on the island coincides with increasingly miraculous events, revealing potentially sinister forces at work.
midnight mass ” is a chilling psychological horror that offers a series of shocking surprises and developments.
I hope you have a wonderful Halloween! Do you have a favorite Netflix original to watch this spooky season? Let us know in the comments below.
