Halloween movies and TV on BBC iPlayer - Enjoy fearful films, TV terrors, spooky Sounds and more across the BBC

Spooky season is upon us we've got you covered for all things Halloween. From scary films to Scooby-Doo adventures, paranormal podcasts to creepy quizzes, there's plenty to enjoy this October ahead of the the big night.

Fancy a frightening film night with the lights turned low? We've got classic chillers and new thrillers that'll have you hiding behind the cushions. Or, if you're of a slightly more nervous disposition, settle in for a night of laughs and light scares with some quirky vampires (or non vampires...) and look forward to the annual Strictly spook-tacular.

And if you fancy a screen break BBC Bitesize has plenty of ideas to help you celebrate creatively, from spider cupcakes to pumpkin-carving hacks.

Fear-fuelled films

Warning: these terrifying films may cause gasps, goosebumps and inspire a sudden need to leave the lights on.

The Mist

A horror film based on a story by Stephen King. A deadly mist descends upon a small Maine town after a huge storm. A man and his son seek refuge in a supermarket where they have to face not only monsters in the mist but the fear and wrath of the other survivors.

• Watch The Mist on BBC iPlayer

Starve Acre

In the rural England of the 1970s, Richard and Julie's seemingly idyllic family life is thrown into turmoil when their son starts acting out of character.

At Starve Acre, their remote family home, archaeologist Richard buries himself in exploring a folkloric myth that the ancient oak tree on their land is imbued with phenomenal powers. While Julie turns to the local community to find some kind of peace, Richard obsessively digs deeper.

• Watch Starve Acre on BBC iPlayer

Get Out

Chris and his girlfriend Rose head to upstate New York to meet her parents for the first time. When they arrive, Rose's parents are genial and welcoming to him, but the more time he spends with them and their quiet, obedient servants, the more Chris feels that something is very, very wrong.

• Watch Get Out on iPlayer

His House

Having fled from their war-torn country, refugees Bol and Rial Majur are finally free from detention and are given their own house. Struggling to adjust to their new life in an English town, they find that an evil force is lurking beneath the surface. Rial believes that they have brought an apeth, a night-witch, with them on their journey from Africa.

• Watch His House on iPlayer

The Wicker Man

A puritan police sergeant arrives on a Scottish island in search of a missing girl, who the Pagan locals claim never existed.

• Watch The Wicker Man on iPlayer

• For more horror, creepy chillers and nail-biting mysteries, check out the full Fright Night collection on BBC iPlayer

Terrifying Television

Halloween favourites don't necessarily have to give you nightmares. Some of these delightfully spooky and darkly funny TV picks bring the laughs alongside the scares.

The Reluctant Vampire

As vampire heir to the throne, there are great expectations for Val to follow in his father’s traditional footsteps, however he’s never really got to grips with the usual bloodthirsty rites of passage.

When his mum reveals he’s not actually a vampire at all but is in fact human, he finds himself caught between two-worlds trying to hide his secret and protect his family while grappling with his own identity and the pull of human life.

The heart-warming comedy based on the books by Eric Morecambe is written by Neil and Rob Gibbons and stars Lenny Rush.

• Watch The Reluctant Vampire on BBC iPlayer

What We Do in the Shadows

Bickering undead housemates, living the vampire life in suburban Staten Island. There's blood, death and arguing over chores.

Starring Matt Berry, Kayvan Novak and Natasia Demetriou.

• Watch What We Do in the Shadows on BBC iPlayer

Ghosts

Alison and Mike, a cash-strapped young couple struggling to buy their first home, think their prayers are answered when a distant relative bequeaths them a sprawling country estate. The catch? The old house is haunted by the ghosts of its former inhabitants.

The restless spirits, horrified that the new owners plan to turn the peaceful pile into a bustling hotel, make plans to oust the troublesome newcomers. But their bungled efforts have unintended consequences…

Grown-up comedy from the Horrible Histories team.

• Watch Ghosts on BBC iPlayer

And for those who are feeling a little more adventurous, there are plenty of spine-tingling thrills on offer...

Wreck

Not everyone will make it out alive. Searching for his missing sister, Jamie takes on a bloodthirsty business with a killer secret.

Comedy, conspiracy and a slice of slasher.

• Watch Wreck on BBC iPlayer

Uncanny

Are you team believer or team sceptic? Danny Robins brings his hit podcast to the screen, investigating stories of the paranormal. It's about to get weird.

• Watch Uncanny on iPlayer

Loch nam Madadh / Wolf Bay

The short-form Gaelic horror series follow Angus who is reluctantly returning to North Uist for his grandfather’s funeral. Hoping to slip back unnoticed, he instead finds himself stuck on a ferry with his ex-girlfriend, Màiri, her fiancé Colin, and her formidable mother, Margaret.

As the ship enters the treacherous waters of “Wolf Bay” Angus is forced to confront both his own past and the mysterious evil that prowls the decks. Will he be able to survive the night, save the passengers, and make peace with Màiri?

• Watch Loch nam Madadh / Wolf Bay on BBC iPlayer and the BBC ALBA YouTube channel on Friday 23 October

Doctor Who-lloween

Fancy some Who-lloween thrills? There are plenty of eerie Doctor Who episodes available from The Empty Child to The Waters of Mars, Midnight to The God Complex, Silence in the Library to The Halloween Apocalypse, Village of The Angels, Listen, Hide, Blink and more.

• Watch Doctor Who on BBC iPlayer

Strictly Come Dancing Halloween Week

It's the spookiest night of the year in the Strictly ballroom as our celebrities and their professional partners crack out some spine-tingling routines on October 31st.

And of course, the judges join in too. Who could forget twins Craig and Anton's Halloween 2025 looks?

Will they be handing out tricks or treats on the night? We'll have to wait and see...

• Watch Strictly Come Dancing on BBC iPlayer 

Family Friendly Halloween Fun

Looking for some family-friendly chills this Halloween? BBC iPlayer has plenty of spooky adventures that are a little more treat than trick. From mystery-solving favourites like Scooby-Doo to ghostly fun and not-too-scary thrills, there's something for all ages to enjoy together.

What's New Scooby-Doo?

Cartoon capers with the cowardly canine and his human companions.

• Watch three series on iPlayer

Fright Krewe

A girl who lives for horror accidentally breaks a spell and unleashes an ancient evil.

• Watch Fright Krewe on iPlayer

Crazy Fun Park

A shy teen seeks acceptance at school while battling undead ghouls.

• Watch series one on iPlayer

Spooky Sounds

Looking for some paranormal podcasts, bone-chilling ghost stories and some classic halloween party anthems, there’s no better time to get into the spooky spirit with BBC Sounds.

Halloween across the BBC

Already worked your way through your Halloween watchlist? There are plenty of other things to keep you occupied this October. From quizzes and baking to pumpkin carving, there's something different for everyone to get stuck into.

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