The Best Halloween Movies

October is quite an exciting time of the year complete with haunted houses, fall festivals, scary movies, candy everywhere, leaves changing color, etc. And all this excitment leads up to my favorite holiday of the year, HALLOWEEN! Now if you don't share my opinion on favorite holidays, that's ok, but hopefully you still enjoy the annual night of consuming unhealthy amounts of sweets and dressing up in costume. And if you do, chances are you also enjoy ending the night with a Halloween movie, of which there are many, many different kinds. Some make you scream, some make you laugh, some blow your mind, and some just confuse you. Not everyone likes "scary movies" and that's ok, because all Halloween movies aren't scary. So to help form some ideas for a good option to watch tonight, here is a list of ten the best Halloween movies of different genres.

The Black and White Film: Psycho 

If you are wanting to watch a true classic, then you best option is Alfred Hitchcock's thrilling masterpiece, "Psycho." Nearly 55 years after it was released, this old school slasher flick will still likely give you chills (and make you a little uneasy the next time you take a shower). The famous ending also inspired numerous other.

The Classic: Halloween

The 80s brought to life many iconic killers such as Freddy, Jason, and the Thing, but the best icon came first, and his name is Michael Myers. The unstoppable force of evil has been terrorizing victims in countless sub-par sequels and remakes for years, but the original 1979 "Halloween," which features a young Jamie Lee Curtis that still looks to old to be in high-school, is by far the best. If your group enjoys scary movies, this is one of your best options.

The One to Make You Laugh: Zombieland

If you want to go the comedic route, look no further than "Zombieland" With hilarious performances by Woody Harrelson, Jessie Eisenberg, and Emma Stone (and one of the best cameos ever), alongside some really fun action scenes and a surprisingly emotional story, this zombie-killing comedy will have you laughing during most of its 90 minute runtime.

The One for All Ages: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Disney's ghoulish musical may be about scary monsters, but it has a loveable main character and a heart-felt story that make it a great option for families or just for those who want to watch something a little different for Halloween. Of course if you don't get a chance to see this for Halloween, you can always pull it out again for Christmas.

The Thriller: The Silence of the Lambs

He might not wear a mask or posses any kind of dark powers, but Hannibal Lecter is one of the most frightening characters in the history of film. Don't count this film out because it's not strictly labeled a "horror movie," chances are that Lecter's escape scene will be more frightening then most other films you will ever see.

The One to Watch at 2:00 am: Killer Klownz From Outer Space

Giant clowns, cotton candy guns, a loud 80s soundtrack...have you not started watching it yet?

The Action/Adventure Film: Sleepy Hollow

Action, adventure, mystery, romance, and Johnny Depp: Tim Burton's version of Washington Irving's famous short story has a lot of things going for it. If you are looking for a movie with some scares but also is a little more on the fun side, "Sleepy Hollow" is a great option. Plus it's always fun to watch Christopher Walken act a little insane.

The Guilty Pleasure: Van Helsing

Say what you want, "Van Helsing" is one of the greatest Halloween movies ever made. It's over-the-top in every way but that's ok, because it never takes itself too seriously. Hugh Jackman leads this entertaining monster-mash-up that may be cheesy and a little ridiculous at times, but it's just so much damn fun that I don't care.

The Unique One: The Cabin in the Woods

Part horror film, part parody, this unique scary movie by Joss Whedon (The Avengers) and Drew Goddard turns the horror genre on its head and delivers a film where you may be screaming and laughing at the same time.

The Nightmare Waiting to Happen: The Conjuring

This is probably one of the scariest movies around today, but the greatness of "The Conjuring" doesn't stop at the jump scares. It also features a carefully crafted story, great performances, and clever dialogue. But let's be honest, it's Halloween and you want to be scared, and boy will this movie scare you. Don't watch it alone!