Janelle James on ‘Abbott Elementary’; Lisa Kudrow on ‘Friends’.Photo:Gilles Mingasson/ABC via Getty; NBCU Photo Bank
Gilles Mingasson/ABC via Getty; NBCU Photo Bank
From the lighthearted thrills ofFull House(whocan’trelate to Stephanie Tanner’s fear of the dentist?) to something a bit more … disturbing (ahem,Yellowjackets), this list of the very best Halloween episodes to stream in 2024 has something for everyone.
Janelle James (left) and schoolchildren on ‘Abbott Elementary’.Gilles Mingasson/ABC via Getty
Gilles Mingasson/ABC via Getty
“Candy Zombies” (Season 2, Episode 6)
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HeartstopperKit Connor on ‘Heartstopper’.Netflix"Journey" (Season 3, Episode 4)Who knewHeartstopper’s Halloween episode would pack such an emotional gut punch? In this season 3 chapter, Charlie (Joe Locke) checks himself into an inpatient facility. While he’s away, his boyfriend, Nick (Kit Connor), struggles to cope. At a costume party, Nick drinks to numb his feelings and dissociate from the crowd, ultimately breaking down in the arms of Charlie’s best friend, Tao (William Gao). Peeling back its glazed exterior, “Journey” addresses heavy issues such as eating disorders and mental health, offering a raw, more grounded contrast to the show’s usual sweetness.WatchHeartstopperon Netflix
Kit Connor on ‘Heartstopper’.Netflix
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“Journey” (Season 3, Episode 4)
Who knewHeartstopper’s Halloween episode would pack such an emotional gut punch? In this season 3 chapter, Charlie (Joe Locke) checks himself into an inpatient facility. While he’s away, his boyfriend, Nick (Kit Connor), struggles to cope. At a costume party, Nick drinks to numb his feelings and dissociate from the crowd, ultimately breaking down in the arms of Charlie’s best friend, Tao (William Gao). Peeling back its glazed exterior, “Journey” addresses heavy issues such as eating disorders and mental health, offering a raw, more grounded contrast to the show’s usual sweetness.
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FriendsDavid Schwimmer, Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow on ‘Friends’.NBCU Photo Bank"The One with the Halloween Party" (Season 8, Episode 6)Friendstakes the cake for the best Halloween episode of all time with its 2001 masterpiece “The One With the Halloween Party.” When Monica (Courteney Cox) and Chandler (Matthew Perry) host a costume party, Chandler — dressed as a pink bunny thanks to a misunderstanding with Monica — and Ross (David Schwimmer), who comes as a DIY “Spud-nik,” go toe to toe for the evening’s worst ensemble.Meanwhile, Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) can’t quite get the hang of trick-or-treating, alternating between giving out fashion tips, hugs and cash.Sean Pennalso makes a guest appearance as Ursula’s (Lisa Kudrow) sweet but clueless fiancé, and Gunther (James Michael Tyler) joins the fun as a particularly convincingCharlie Brown.WatchFriendson Max
David Schwimmer, Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow on ‘Friends’.NBCU Photo Bank
“The One with the Halloween Party” (Season 8, Episode 6)
Friendstakes the cake for the best Halloween episode of all time with its 2001 masterpiece “The One With the Halloween Party.” When Monica (Courteney Cox) and Chandler (Matthew Perry) host a costume party, Chandler — dressed as a pink bunny thanks to a misunderstanding with Monica — and Ross (David Schwimmer), who comes as a DIY “Spud-nik,” go toe to toe for the evening’s worst ensemble.
Meanwhile, Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) can’t quite get the hang of trick-or-treating, alternating between giving out fashion tips, hugs and cash.Sean Pennalso makes a guest appearance as Ursula’s (Lisa Kudrow) sweet but clueless fiancé, and Gunther (James Michael Tyler) joins the fun as a particularly convincingCharlie Brown.
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Finn Wolfhard, Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo on ‘Stranger Things’.Netflix
“Chapter 2: Trick or Treat, Freak” (Season 2, Episode 2)
There are a few scary moments when Will momentarily falls into the Upside Down and encounters a shadowy spider figure (itisa horror series, after all), but it seemingly turns out to be a hallucination. This episode also marks a shift in several relationships as Bob (Sean Astin) confesses his feelings for Joyce (Winona Ryder) at a Halloween party, while Nancy (Natalia Dyer) and Steve (Joe Keery) are caught in a war of words. Jonathan (Charlie Heaton) is there to pick up the pieces, thankfully, putting a drunk Nancy to bed as she softly says his name.
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Big Little LiesNicholas Crovetti, Nicole Kidman and Ivy George on ‘Big Little Lies’.HBO"She Knows” (Season 2, Episode 4)Just when you thought the Monterey Five had peaked with their turns asAudrey HepburnduringBig Little Lies' season 1 finale, Halloween comes to the California coast. In “She Knows,” Jane (Shailene Woodley), Bonnie (Zoë Kravitz), Celeste (Nicole Kidman) and Madeline (Reese Witherspoon) attend Amabella’s birthday party in full-on disco garb, with Renata (Laura Dern) playing the picture-perfect host.It’s a shining moment of silliness before a dark cloud settles over the ladies, who argue over whether their vow of silence about Perry’s (Alexander Skarsgård) death was a smart move before Bonnie’s mother faints and Mary Louise (Meryl Streep) serves daughter-in-law Celeste with custody papers.WatchBig Little Lieson Max
Nicholas Crovetti, Nicole Kidman and Ivy George on ‘Big Little Lies’.HBO
“She Knows” (Season 2, Episode 4)
Just when you thought the Monterey Five had peaked with their turns asAudrey HepburnduringBig Little Lies' season 1 finale, Halloween comes to the California coast. In “She Knows,” Jane (Shailene Woodley), Bonnie (Zoë Kravitz), Celeste (Nicole Kidman) and Madeline (Reese Witherspoon) attend Amabella’s birthday party in full-on disco garb, with Renata (Laura Dern) playing the picture-perfect host.
It’s a shining moment of silliness before a dark cloud settles over the ladies, who argue over whether their vow of silence about Perry’s (Alexander Skarsgård) death was a smart move before Bonnie’s mother faints and Mary Louise (Meryl Streep) serves daughter-in-law Celeste with custody papers.
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WandaVisionElizabeth Olsen in ‘WandaVision’.Disney+/Marvel Studios/Courtesy Everett Collection"All-New Halloween Spooktacular!” (Season 1, Episode 6)ThisWandaVisionepisode is jam-packed with action, but the best part occurs at the very beginning, when ’90s Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) debuts her “Sokovian fortune teller” costume for her first Halloween with her and Vision’s (Paul Bettany) sons.However, the red bodysuit, tights and devil-like horns can’t hide the fact that the Avengers’ fictional world is starting to crumble as Vision seeks the truth about his surroundings to grave results. Viewers also learn more about Wanda’s brother, Pietro Maximoff (Evan Peters).WatchWandaVisionon Disney+
Elizabeth Olsen in ‘WandaVision’.Disney+/Marvel Studios/Courtesy Everett Collection
“All-New Halloween Spooktacular!” (Season 1, Episode 6)
ThisWandaVisionepisode is jam-packed with action, but the best part occurs at the very beginning, when ’90s Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) debuts her “Sokovian fortune teller” costume for her first Halloween with her and Vision’s (Paul Bettany) sons.
However, the red bodysuit, tights and devil-like horns can’t hide the fact that the Avengers’ fictional world is starting to crumble as Vision seeks the truth about his surroundings to grave results. Viewers also learn more about Wanda’s brother, Pietro Maximoff (Evan Peters).
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The OfficeKate Flannery, Ellie Kemper, Oscar Nunez and B. J. Novak on ‘The Office’.Chris Haston/NBC"Costume Contest" (Season 7, Episode 6)With a book of coupons totaling $15,000 in savings at stake, the costume competition at the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company office isfierce. So fierce, in fact, that several characters undergo costume changes throughout the episode, making for quite the delightful roster, including Ryan (B.J. Novak) asJustin Bieber, Darryl (Craig Robinson) as Dracula, Kelly (Mindy Kaling) as bothSnookiandKaty Perryand Gabe (Zach Woods) asLady Gaga.After a sweet but fictional revelation from Danny (Timothy Olyphant) about Pam (Jenna Fischer) and her feelings for Jim (John Krasinski), viewers also get a cute couple’s costume from everyone’s favorite office pair: Popeye and Olive Oyl.WatchThe Officeon Peacock
Kate Flannery, Ellie Kemper, Oscar Nunez and B. J. Novak on ‘The Office’.Chris Haston/NBC
“Costume Contest” (Season 7, Episode 6)
With a book of coupons totaling $15,000 in savings at stake, the costume competition at the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company office isfierce. So fierce, in fact, that several characters undergo costume changes throughout the episode, making for quite the delightful roster, including Ryan (B.J. Novak) asJustin Bieber, Darryl (Craig Robinson) as Dracula, Kelly (Mindy Kaling) as bothSnookiandKaty Perryand Gabe (Zach Woods) asLady Gaga.
After a sweet but fictional revelation from Danny (Timothy Olyphant) about Pam (Jenna Fischer) and her feelings for Jim (John Krasinski), viewers also get a cute couple’s costume from everyone’s favorite office pair: Popeye and Olive Oyl.
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Brooklyn Nine-NineStephanie Beatriz and Andre Braugher on ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’.Jordin Althaus/Fox/Universal Television/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal/Getty"HalloVeen" (Season 5, Episode 4)Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s fifth annual Halloween Heist sees the gang vying for the “Amazing Human/Genius” cummerbund — only this time, winners of past heists can also compete. But when the champion belt suddenly goes missing during a brief blackout, Jake (Andy Samberg), Captain Holt (Andre Braugher), Rosa (Stephanie Beatriz), Amy (Melissa Fumero), Terry (Terry Crews) and Charles (Joe Lo Truglio) all scramble to find it before the clock strikes midnight.Halloween Heist episodes are already a favorite amongB99fans, but this one was made even sweeter when Amy receives a surprise proposal from Jake, who presents her with the cummerbund, changing the inscription to “Amy Santiago, will you marry me?“WatchBrooklyn Nine-Nineon Peacock
Stephanie Beatriz and Andre Braugher on ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’.Jordin Althaus/Fox/Universal Television/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal/Getty
Jordin Althaus/Fox/Universal Television/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal/Getty
“HalloVeen” (Season 5, Episode 4)
Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s fifth annual Halloween Heist sees the gang vying for the “Amazing Human/Genius” cummerbund — only this time, winners of past heists can also compete. But when the champion belt suddenly goes missing during a brief blackout, Jake (Andy Samberg), Captain Holt (Andre Braugher), Rosa (Stephanie Beatriz), Amy (Melissa Fumero), Terry (Terry Crews) and Charles (Joe Lo Truglio) all scramble to find it before the clock strikes midnight.
Halloween Heist episodes are already a favorite amongB99fans, but this one was made even sweeter when Amy receives a surprise proposal from Jake, who presents her with the cummerbund, changing the inscription to “Amy Santiago, will you marry me?”
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From left to right: Ariel Winter, Sarah Hyland, Sofia Vergara, Ed O’Neill, Eric Stonestreet, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Rico Rodriguez and Nolan Gould on ‘Modern Family’.Karen Neal/Disney General Entertainment Content
“Halloween” (Season 2, Episode 6)
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One Tree HillHilarie Burton and Sophia Bush on ‘One Tree Hill’.Fred Norris/Warner Bros./Courtesy: Everett Collection"An Attempt to Tip the Scales” (Season 3, Episode 4)There’s a lot of excitement happening in the fictional town of Tree Hill, N.C., leading up to Oct. 31. Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) taps into her inner bad girl as a leather-clad Sandy fromGreaseto win Nathan (James Lafferty) back, while Brooke (Sophia Bush) sets her sights on Lucas Scott (Bush’s then-real-life husband,Chad Michael Murray), who is trying his hand at beingTommy Lee. Unfortunately for Brooke, he’s seemingly already found hisPamela Andersonat the school dance.Cut toFall Out Boyrocking out on the school stage to “Dance, Dance” and a masked mystery kiss between Haley and Chris Keller (Tyler Hilton), and you’ve got a night full of Halloween screams.WatchOne Tree Hillon Hulu
Hilarie Burton and Sophia Bush on ‘One Tree Hill’.Fred Norris/Warner Bros./Courtesy: Everett Collection
Fred Norris/Warner Bros./Courtesy: Everett Collection
“An Attempt to Tip the Scales” (Season 3, Episode 4)
There’s a lot of excitement happening in the fictional town of Tree Hill, N.C., leading up to Oct. 31. Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) taps into her inner bad girl as a leather-clad Sandy fromGreaseto win Nathan (James Lafferty) back, while Brooke (Sophia Bush) sets her sights on Lucas Scott (Bush’s then-real-life husband,Chad Michael Murray), who is trying his hand at beingTommy Lee. Unfortunately for Brooke, he’s seemingly already found hisPamela Andersonat the school dance.
Cut toFall Out Boyrocking out on the school stage to “Dance, Dance” and a masked mystery kiss between Haley and Chris Keller (Tyler Hilton), and you’ve got a night full of Halloween screams.
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It’s Always Sunny in PhiladelphiaArtemis Pebdani and Danny DeVito on ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’.Patrick McElhenney/FX/Courtesy: Everett Collection"Who Got Dee Pregnant?” (Season 6, Episode 7)The gang’s collective wits are put to the test when Dee (Kaitlin Olson) insinuates one of them is the father of her unborn child, causing them to retrace their steps at a wild Halloween party. After several different accounts of the evening, which sees Frank (Danny DeVito) dressed up as Spider-Man, Dennis (Glenn Howerton) as a lonely Luigi and Dee donning an angel costume, the group thinks they have it figured out, concluding that Dennis must be the dad — but Dee has a trick up her sleeve.WatchIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiaon Hulu
Artemis Pebdani and Danny DeVito on ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’.Patrick McElhenney/FX/Courtesy: Everett Collection
Patrick McElhenney/FX/Courtesy: Everett Collection
“Who Got Dee Pregnant?” (Season 6, Episode 7)
The gang’s collective wits are put to the test when Dee (Kaitlin Olson) insinuates one of them is the father of her unborn child, causing them to retrace their steps at a wild Halloween party. After several different accounts of the evening, which sees Frank (Danny DeVito) dressed up as Spider-Man, Dennis (Glenn Howerton) as a lonely Luigi and Dee donning an angel costume, the group thinks they have it figured out, concluding that Dennis must be the dad — but Dee has a trick up her sleeve.
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My So-Called LifeA. J. Langer and Claire Danes on ‘My So-Called Life’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content"Halloween" (Season 1, Episode 9)The short but sweet seriesMy So-Called Lifegifted watchers a Halloween episode that was one part ghost story, one part teenage angst. It all starts when Angela (Claire Danes) develops a fascination with a student who once owned her textbook in the ’60s, Nicky Driscoll, after she learns of his untimely death in the school gym. While she can’t save bad boy Nicky from his unpleasant fate, she can have an impact on the boy she loves in real life: Jordan Catalano (Jared Leto).WatchMy So-Called Lifeon Hulu
A. J. Langer and Claire Danes on ‘My So-Called Life’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content
“Halloween” (Season 1, Episode 9)
The short but sweet seriesMy So-Called Lifegifted watchers a Halloween episode that was one part ghost story, one part teenage angst. It all starts when Angela (Claire Danes) develops a fascination with a student who once owned her textbook in the ’60s, Nicky Driscoll, after she learns of his untimely death in the school gym. While she can’t save bad boy Nicky from his unpleasant fate, she can have an impact on the boy she loves in real life: Jordan Catalano (Jared Leto).
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Milo Ventimiglia and Mandy Moore on ‘This Is Us’.Ron Batzdorff/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal
“The 20’s” (Season 2, Episode 6)
None seems to be worse off than Randall (Sterling K. Brown), who suffers from debilitating anxiety in the lead-up to the birth of his first child. As we see from his flashbacks, which show him attempting to take control over his childhood trick-or-treating plans (complete with a standardized timetable), it’s not a new problem for the soon-to-be dad, who needs a little help coping from time to time.
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Zooey Deschanel and Jake Johnson on ‘New Girl’.Greg Gayne/Fox/Courtesy: Everett Collection
Greg Gayne/Fox/Courtesy: Everett Collection
Though the evening doesn’t quite go as planned, the gang consoles each other at home, where Jess gets her revenge on Nick for the sucker punch.
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Neil Patrick Harris, Josh Radnor and Chad Lindsey on ‘How I Met Your Mother’.CBS
“The Slutty Pumpkin” (Season 1, Episode 6)
Essentially, Holmes plays a mysterious pumpkin-clad woman who enjoys Kahlúa-and-root beer cocktails that Ted (Josh Radnor) is enthralled with but loses the phone number of when Lily (Alyson Hannigan) mistakenly gives away the Kit Kat wrapper it is written on. Though Ted holds out hopes of running into her again, even dressing in the same “hanging chad” costume he wore that night long after it’s out of style, it will be years before the two reunite.
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Sarah Michelle Gellar on ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’.20th Century Fox Film Corp/Courtesy Everett Collection.
20th Century Fox Film Corp/Courtesy Everett Collection.
Considering that the show centers around, well, the slaying of vampires (amid other mythical creatures),Buffy the Vampire Slayerwas well-suited to tackle the spooky holiday, and creatorJoss Whedondid not disappoint with the aptly titled “Halloween.”
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Gossip GirlBlake Lively and Leighton Meester on ‘Gossip Girl’.Giovanni Rufino/The CW/Courtesy Everett Collection"How to Succeed in Bassness" (Season 3, Episode 7)While there are no cheesy getups for everyone’s favorite Upper East Siders, thereisplenty of dressing up with a ’20s-themed party at Chuck Bass’ (Ed Westwick) new club. Olivia (Hilary Duff) looks particularly fetching as a flapper, as does Blair (Leighton Meester), who is preoccupied with thwarting Jack’s (Desmond Harrington) attempts to ruin his brother’s party for the latter half of the episode. Lily (Kelly Rutherford) makes a loving gesture for a trick-or-treat-loving Rufus (Matthew Settle), and Jenny (Taylor Momsen) learns a hard lesson about kindness and friendship.WatchGossip Girlon Max
Blake Lively and Leighton Meester on ‘Gossip Girl’.Giovanni Rufino/The CW/Courtesy Everett Collection
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“How to Succeed in Bassness” (Season 3, Episode 7)
While there are no cheesy getups for everyone’s favorite Upper East Siders, thereisplenty of dressing up with a ’20s-themed party at Chuck Bass’ (Ed Westwick) new club. Olivia (Hilary Duff) looks particularly fetching as a flapper, as does Blair (Leighton Meester), who is preoccupied with thwarting Jack’s (Desmond Harrington) attempts to ruin his brother’s party for the latter half of the episode. Lily (Kelly Rutherford) makes a loving gesture for a trick-or-treat-loving Rufus (Matthew Settle), and Jenny (Taylor Momsen) learns a hard lesson about kindness and friendship.
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SuperstoreAmerica Ferrera, Ben Feldman and Nico Santos on ‘Superstore’.Tyler Golden/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal"Halloween Theft" (Season 2, Episode 6)There are no Halloween treats in this episode for the Cloud 9 employees trapped in the store with a provocatively dressed Dina (Lauren Ash), who is taking her costume as a cop rather literally. The store’s irregular produce has either gone missing or, according to Dina, been stolen, resulting in the interrogation of her staff, all of whom are dressed in various forms of costume (most hilariously, Mark McKinney’s Glenn, wearing a hot-dog suit).Though an innocent Garrett (Colton Dunn) cracks under the pressure and views of Dina’s assets and falsely confesses to the crime, all’s well that ends well as Glenn recovers some irregular produce from another Cloud 9 store, with his bosses none the wiser.WatchSuperstoreon Hulu
America Ferrera, Ben Feldman and Nico Santos on ‘Superstore’.Tyler Golden/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal
“Halloween Theft” (Season 2, Episode 6)
There are no Halloween treats in this episode for the Cloud 9 employees trapped in the store with a provocatively dressed Dina (Lauren Ash), who is taking her costume as a cop rather literally. The store’s irregular produce has either gone missing or, according to Dina, been stolen, resulting in the interrogation of her staff, all of whom are dressed in various forms of costume (most hilariously, Mark McKinney’s Glenn, wearing a hot-dog suit).
Though an innocent Garrett (Colton Dunn) cracks under the pressure and views of Dina’s assets and falsely confesses to the crime, all’s well that ends well as Glenn recovers some irregular produce from another Cloud 9 store, with his bosses none the wiser.
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Emma Roberts, Keke Palmer and Taylor Lautner on ‘Scream Queens’.FOX Image Collection
“Halloween Blues” (Season 2, Episode 4)
There’s no better way to catch a killer than with a Halloween party — at least not according to Dean Munsch (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Denise (Niecy Nash). However, it’s a less-than-joyous affair for some, with Chanel (Emma Roberts) not only mourning Chad’s (Glen Powell) death but the loss of his fortune, which he bequeathed to the hospital.
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CharmedShannen Doherty and Alyssa Milano on ‘Charmed’.Viacom/courtesy Everett Collection"All Halliwell’s Eve" (Season 3, Episode 4)The Halliwell sisters get the Halloween treatment in “All Halliwell’s Eve.” Though it starts in the usual manner — with Piper (Holly Marie Combs), Prue (Shannen Doherty) and Phoebe (Alyssa Milano) dressed as Glinda the Good Witch, a fairy and Elvira, respectfully — they get a rather unpleasant visit from some Grimlocks. What’s worse, they’re sucked back in time to protect an endangered coven of witches to ensure their future existence, weaving a little 17th-century magic of their own along the way.WatchCharmedon Peacock
Shannen Doherty and Alyssa Milano on ‘Charmed’.Viacom/courtesy Everett Collection
Viacom/courtesy Everett Collection
“All Halliwell’s Eve” (Season 3, Episode 4)
The Halliwell sisters get the Halloween treatment in “All Halliwell’s Eve.” Though it starts in the usual manner — with Piper (Holly Marie Combs), Prue (Shannen Doherty) and Phoebe (Alyssa Milano) dressed as Glinda the Good Witch, a fairy and Elvira, respectfully — they get a rather unpleasant visit from some Grimlocks. What’s worse, they’re sucked back in time to protect an endangered coven of witches to ensure their future existence, weaving a little 17th-century magic of their own along the way.
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From left to right: Kunal Nayyar, Johnny Galecki, Simon Helberg and Jim Parsons on ‘The Big Bang Theory’.Sonja Flemming/CBS
“Imitation Perturbation” (Season 12, Episode 6)
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The Carrie DiariesAnnaSophia Robb and Jake Robinson on ‘The Carrie Diaries’.The CW"Fright Night" (Season 1, Episode 4)ThoughSex and the Cityfans never got a Halloween episode from the show, its prequel,The Carrie Diaries, came through in season 1, when our heroine (AnnaSophia Robb) is invited to a hip party in the city. Her costume is on point, with the future fashionista recreatingPrincess Diana’s1981 wedding dressalongside her very ownKing Charles III(Brendan Dooling), but fate has less-than-fairy-tale plans in store for Carrie — particularly after her pal Larissa (Freema Agyeman) indulges in a few too many party favors.WatchThe Carrie Diarieson The CW
AnnaSophia Robb and Jake Robinson on ‘The Carrie Diaries’.The CW
“Fright Night” (Season 1, Episode 4)
ThoughSex and the Cityfans never got a Halloween episode from the show, its prequel,The Carrie Diaries, came through in season 1, when our heroine (AnnaSophia Robb) is invited to a hip party in the city. Her costume is on point, with the future fashionista recreatingPrincess Diana’s1981 wedding dressalongside her very ownKing Charles III(Brendan Dooling), but fate has less-than-fairy-tale plans in store for Carrie — particularly after her pal Larissa (Freema Agyeman) indulges in a few too many party favors.
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Cougar TownCarolyn Hennesy and Courteney Cox on ‘Cougar Town’.Randy Holmes/Walt Disney Television"You Don’t Know How It Feels" (Season 2, Episode 6)Any show with Courteney Cox dressed up as Cinderella deserves a spot on this list. TheFriendsalum’s epic recreation of the Disney princess is the showstopper in “You Don’t Know How It Feels.” Beyond fulfilling our childhood fantasies, however, this peek into Jules Cobb’s world is extremely heartfelt, as we also see her emotionally unavailable father Chick (Ken Jenkins) finally finding the courage to open up to his daughter — never mind that it’s through a bear suit.WatchCougar Townon Hulu
Carolyn Hennesy and Courteney Cox on ‘Cougar Town’.Randy Holmes/Walt Disney Television
“You Don’t Know How It Feels” (Season 2, Episode 6)
Any show with Courteney Cox dressed up as Cinderella deserves a spot on this list. TheFriendsalum’s epic recreation of the Disney princess is the showstopper in “You Don’t Know How It Feels.” Beyond fulfilling our childhood fantasies, however, this peek into Jules Cobb’s world is extremely heartfelt, as we also see her emotionally unavailable father Chick (Ken Jenkins) finally finding the courage to open up to his daughter — never mind that it’s through a bear suit.
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James Van Der Beek on ‘Dawson’s Creek’.The WB
“Living Dead Girl” (Season 6, Episode 6)
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YellowjacketsJuliette Lewis and Christina Ricci on ‘Yellowjackets’.Kailey Schwerman/Showtime/Courtesy Everett Collection"Blood Hive” (Season 1, Episode 5)If it’s a spookier Halloween episode you’re after, this one fromYellowjacketsis a good place to start. Flashing back and forth between the present day and the past, we see Jackie (Ella Purnell) hosting a séance that takes a turn for the scary when Lottie (Courtney Eaton) seemingly becomes possessed and begins speaking in tongues, slamming her head against a window and calling for blood.WatchYellowjacketson Paramount+
Juliette Lewis and Christina Ricci on ‘Yellowjackets’.Kailey Schwerman/Showtime/Courtesy Everett Collection
Kailey Schwerman/Showtime/Courtesy Everett Collection
“Blood Hive” (Season 1, Episode 5)
If it’s a spookier Halloween episode you’re after, this one fromYellowjacketsis a good place to start. Flashing back and forth between the present day and the past, we see Jackie (Ella Purnell) hosting a séance that takes a turn for the scary when Lottie (Courtney Eaton) seemingly becomes possessed and begins speaking in tongues, slamming her head against a window and calling for blood.
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Full HouseThe cast of ‘Full House’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content"It’s Not My Job” (Season 2, Episode 3)Stephanie (Jodie Sweetin) learns that Halloween candy isn’t so sweet when you’ve got a cavity in thisFull Houseepisode, which sees her dreading her resulting filling — though she makes it through with a little help from Uncle Joey (Dave Coulier). As if that weren’t cute enough, viewers also get to see Michelle (Mary-KateandAshley Olsen) dressed as a pint-sized jack-o'-lantern.Watch Full House on Max
The cast of ‘Full House’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content
“It’s Not My Job” (Season 2, Episode 3)
Stephanie (Jodie Sweetin) learns that Halloween candy isn’t so sweet when you’ve got a cavity in thisFull Houseepisode, which sees her dreading her resulting filling — though she makes it through with a little help from Uncle Joey (Dave Coulier). As if that weren’t cute enough, viewers also get to see Michelle (Mary-KateandAshley Olsen) dressed as a pint-sized jack-o'-lantern.
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Parks and RecreationRashida Jones and Amy Poehler on ‘Parks and Recreation’.Danny Feld/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal"Halloween Surprise" (Season 5, Episode 5)Halloween inspires some unexpected self-reflection for Ron (Nick Offerman), who gets more than he bargained for when he accompanies Diana (Lucy Lawless) and her two daughters for trick-or-treating. Though things don’t go very well the first time around, Ron’s friends convince him to give it another shot — never mind that the holiday has since passed.Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) is also forced to reflect on some scary Halloween possibilities as her long-distance boyfriend, Ben (Adam Scott), has been offered another faraway opportunity, and a startled Jerry (Jim O’Heir) has a heart attack.WatchParks and Recreationon Peacock
Rashida Jones and Amy Poehler on ‘Parks and Recreation’.Danny Feld/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal
“Halloween Surprise” (Season 5, Episode 5)
Halloween inspires some unexpected self-reflection for Ron (Nick Offerman), who gets more than he bargained for when he accompanies Diana (Lucy Lawless) and her two daughters for trick-or-treating. Though things don’t go very well the first time around, Ron’s friends convince him to give it another shot — never mind that the holiday has since passed.
Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) is also forced to reflect on some scary Halloween possibilities as her long-distance boyfriend, Ben (Adam Scott), has been offered another faraway opportunity, and a startled Jerry (Jim O’Heir) has a heart attack.
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Just Shoot Me!From left to right: David Spade, Enrico Colantoni, Wendie Malick and George Segal on ‘Just Shoot Me!'.NBC"Halloween? Halloween!" (Season 7, Episode 4)In this Halloween episode, theBlushoffice is buzzing with what Nina Van Horn (Wendie Malick) refers to as “the Halloween event of the season,” complete with plenty of laugh-inducing getups. (Seriously, it’s worth watching if only to seeDavid Spadedressed as Robin Hood/Peter Pan and exclaiming, “Look at me, I’m flying!")However, it’s not a best-costume contest Finch (Spade) and Jack Gallo (George Segal) are competing for at the bash — it’s the affection of the publication’s new model, Kelly (Brooke Burns).WatchJust Shoot Me!on Hulu
From left to right: David Spade, Enrico Colantoni, Wendie Malick and George Segal on ‘Just Shoot Me!'.NBC
“Halloween? Halloween!” (Season 7, Episode 4)
In this Halloween episode, theBlushoffice is buzzing with what Nina Van Horn (Wendie Malick) refers to as “the Halloween event of the season,” complete with plenty of laugh-inducing getups. (Seriously, it’s worth watching if only to seeDavid Spadedressed as Robin Hood/Peter Pan and exclaiming, “Look at me, I’m flying!")
However, it’s not a best-costume contest Finch (Spade) and Jack Gallo (George Segal) are competing for at the bash — it’s the affection of the publication’s new model, Kelly (Brooke Burns).
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From left to right: Camila Mendes, KJ Apa and Eli Goree on ‘Riverdale’.Jack Rowand/The CW/Courtesy Everett Collection
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“Chapter Sixty-One: Halloween” (Season 4, Episode 4)
There’s also a séance, mysterious dolls and a glimpse of a seemingly dead main character. It’s dark, it’s creepy and it’s perfectly suited for the occasion.
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Family MattersReginald VelJohnson, Telma Hopkins and Jaleel White on ‘Family Matters’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content"Dark and Stormy Night” (Season 6, Episode 6)Leave it tothe Winslowsto make a Halloween night fun. In “Dark and Stormy Night,” Steve (Jaleel White), Waldo (Shawn Harrison) and the family come together to cheer up a house-bound Richie (Bryton James) with a spooky tale about their fictional ancestors, the Duke of Urkel and the vampire family Von Winslow, who are embroiled in a battle to the death. Even Carl (Reginald VelJohnson) and Harriet (Jo Marie Payton) get in on the fun, jokingly licking their lips over Steve’s late relative.Watch onFamily MattersMax
Reginald VelJohnson, Telma Hopkins and Jaleel White on ‘Family Matters’.ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content
“Dark and Stormy Night” (Season 6, Episode 6)
Leave it tothe Winslowsto make a Halloween night fun. In “Dark and Stormy Night,” Steve (Jaleel White), Waldo (Shawn Harrison) and the family come together to cheer up a house-bound Richie (Bryton James) with a spooky tale about their fictional ancestors, the Duke of Urkel and the vampire family Von Winslow, who are embroiled in a battle to the death. Even Carl (Reginald VelJohnson) and Harriet (Jo Marie Payton) get in on the fun, jokingly licking their lips over Steve’s late relative.
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GleeClockwise from back left: Chord Overstreet, Dianna Agron, Heather Morris, Naya Rivera, Chris Colfer and Harry Shum Jr. on ‘Glee.FOX Image Collection"The Rocky Horror Glee Show” (Season 2, Episode 5)Everybody loves a musical — especially when it’s Halloween-themed. When the Glee club decides to take onRocky Horror Picture Show, some brow-raising risks must be taken — Finn (Cory Monteith) walking the halls in his skivvies in preparation for his role, for instance, lest the show be completely scrapped. Still, viewers get plenty of original numbers out of the episode, including the incomparable “Time Warp.“WatchGleeon Hulu
Clockwise from back left: Chord Overstreet, Dianna Agron, Heather Morris, Naya Rivera, Chris Colfer and Harry Shum Jr. on ‘Glee.FOX Image Collection
“The Rocky Horror Glee Show” (Season 2, Episode 5)
Everybody loves a musical — especially when it’s Halloween-themed. When the Glee club decides to take onRocky Horror Picture Show, some brow-raising risks must be taken — Finn (Cory Monteith) walking the halls in his skivvies in preparation for his role, for instance, lest the show be completely scrapped. Still, viewers get plenty of original numbers out of the episode, including the incomparable “Time Warp.”
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Beverly Hills, 90210Luke Perry and Ian Ziering on ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’.Aaron Spelling Television/courtesy Everett Collection"Halloween” (Season 2, Episode 13)The coolest ’90s crew around gets all dressed in this Halloween episode ofBeverly Hills, 90210, shopping for their getups at Hollywood Costume before heading to a party at a brownstone mansion.Unfortunately, some of the Peach Pit enthusiasts make better choices than others: Donna (Tori Spelling) can barely move in her mermaid costume, while Kelly’s (Jennie Garth) “good witch” brings her some unwanted attention. Luckily, she has the help of her friends Brenda (Shannen Doherty) — dressed as the Bonnie to Dylan’s (Luke Perry) Clyde — and Steve (Ian Ziering), disguised as Zorro.WatchBeverly Hills, 90210on Paramount+
Luke Perry and Ian Ziering on ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’.Aaron Spelling Television/courtesy Everett Collection
“Halloween” (Season 2, Episode 13)
The coolest ’90s crew around gets all dressed in this Halloween episode ofBeverly Hills, 90210, shopping for their getups at Hollywood Costume before heading to a party at a brownstone mansion.
Unfortunately, some of the Peach Pit enthusiasts make better choices than others: Donna (Tori Spelling) can barely move in her mermaid costume, while Kelly’s (Jennie Garth) “good witch” brings her some unwanted attention. Luckily, she has the help of her friends Brenda (Shannen Doherty) — dressed as the Bonnie to Dylan’s (Luke Perry) Clyde — and Steve (Ian Ziering), disguised as Zorro.
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The Fresh Prince of Bel-AirFrom left to right: James Avery, Will Smith, Daphne Reid (back) and Glenn Shadix on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’.Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank"Hex and the Single Guy” (Season 4, Episode 7)Will (Will Smith) gets the Banks family hexed for Halloween when he expresses doubt in the abilities of a spiritualist through which Hilary (Karyn Parsons) attempts to contact her dead ex-fiancé, Trevor (Brian Stokes Mitchell).The consequences are dire indeed, with Uncle Phil (James Avery) losing business, Ashley (Tatyana Ali) breaking her ankle, Carlton (Alfonso Ribeiro) dyeing his hair an unflattering shade of blonde for aMacaulay Culkincostume gone wrong and Aunt Vivian (Janet Hubert) kicking Will out of the house. Needless to say, the pressure is on for the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air to make things right … or else.WatchThe Fresh Prince of Bel-Airon Max
From left to right: James Avery, Will Smith, Daphne Reid (back) and Glenn Shadix on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’.Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank
“Hex and the Single Guy” (Season 4, Episode 7)
Will (Will Smith) gets the Banks family hexed for Halloween when he expresses doubt in the abilities of a spiritualist through which Hilary (Karyn Parsons) attempts to contact her dead ex-fiancé, Trevor (Brian Stokes Mitchell).
The consequences are dire indeed, with Uncle Phil (James Avery) losing business, Ashley (Tatyana Ali) breaking her ankle, Carlton (Alfonso Ribeiro) dyeing his hair an unflattering shade of blonde for aMacaulay Culkincostume gone wrong and Aunt Vivian (Janet Hubert) kicking Will out of the house. Needless to say, the pressure is on for the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air to make things right … or else.
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Freaks and GeeksFrom left to right: Samm Levine, Marin Sharr (back), John Francis Daley and Stephen Lea Sheppard (back) on ‘Freaks and Geeks’.Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal"Tricks and Treats" (Season 1, Episode 3)Freaks and Geeksonly lasted for a season, but it still managed to fit in an admirable Halloween episode. In it, Lindsay (Linda Cardellini) ditches her candy-giving duties to cruise around town with Daniel (James Franco), Nick (Jason Segel), Ken (Seth Rogen) and Kim (Busy Philipps). Naturally, she finds herself in hot water, but she accidentally eggs her little brother, Sam (John Francis Daley), in his Gort costume.WatchFreaks and Geekson Hulu
From left to right: Samm Levine, Marin Sharr (back), John Francis Daley and Stephen Lea Sheppard (back) on ‘Freaks and Geeks’.Chris Haston/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal
“Tricks and Treats” (Season 1, Episode 3)
Freaks and Geeksonly lasted for a season, but it still managed to fit in an admirable Halloween episode. In it, Lindsay (Linda Cardellini) ditches her candy-giving duties to cruise around town with Daniel (James Franco), Nick (Jason Segel), Ken (Seth Rogen) and Kim (Busy Philipps). Naturally, she finds herself in hot water, but she accidentally eggs her little brother, Sam (John Francis Daley), in his Gort costume.
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Single ParentsFrom left to right: Ella Allan, Mia Allan, Devin Trey Campbell, Marlow Berkley and Tyler Wladis on ‘Single Parents’.Scott Everett White/ABC"Welcome to Hell, Sickos!" (Season 2, Episode 6)The tricks in this episode are full of fun. In one story line, a pair of mysterious ghouls break into Douglas’ (Brad Garrett) classroom to decorate it with Halloween favors. In another, Poppy (Kimrie Lewis) and Angie (Leighton Meester) try to party with a group of teens, only to unleash their inner moms when they discover the kids’ stolen alcohol. Miggy (Jake Choi), meanwhile, freaks the neighbors out when he tells them Will (Taran Killam) and Sophie have died as he’s passing out candy.WatchSingle Parentson Hulu
From left to right: Ella Allan, Mia Allan, Devin Trey Campbell, Marlow Berkley and Tyler Wladis on ‘Single Parents’.Scott Everett White/ABC
“Welcome to Hell, Sickos!” (Season 2, Episode 6)
The tricks in this episode are full of fun. In one story line, a pair of mysterious ghouls break into Douglas’ (Brad Garrett) classroom to decorate it with Halloween favors. In another, Poppy (Kimrie Lewis) and Angie (Leighton Meester) try to party with a group of teens, only to unleash their inner moms when they discover the kids’ stolen alcohol. Miggy (Jake Choi), meanwhile, freaks the neighbors out when he tells them Will (Taran Killam) and Sophie have died as he’s passing out candy.
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Desperate HousewivesShawn Pyfrom, Joy Lauren and Kyle MacLachlan on ‘Desperate Housewives’.Ron Tom/Disney General Entertainment Content"Now I Know, Don’t Be Scared" (Season 4, Episode 6)The ladies of Wisteria Lane take time out from their unending drama (sort of) to celebrate Halloween with a costume party, though Bree (Marcia Cross) is in for a surprise when her daughter Danielle (Joy Lauren) shows up dressed just like her mom, upscale mannerisms and all. Her mockery is cut short, however, when she unexpectedly goes into labor.Meanwhile, Edie (Nicollette Sheridan) is forced to contend with the fact that her husband Carlos (Ricardo Antonio Chavira) is leaving her after an affair with Gabrielle (Eva Longoria), while Susan (Teri Hatcher) is confronted with a new revelation from Mike (James Denton).WatchDesperate Housewiveson Hulu
Shawn Pyfrom, Joy Lauren and Kyle MacLachlan on ‘Desperate Housewives’.Ron Tom/Disney General Entertainment Content
“Now I Know, Don’t Be Scared” (Season 4, Episode 6)
The ladies of Wisteria Lane take time out from their unending drama (sort of) to celebrate Halloween with a costume party, though Bree (Marcia Cross) is in for a surprise when her daughter Danielle (Joy Lauren) shows up dressed just like her mom, upscale mannerisms and all. Her mockery is cut short, however, when she unexpectedly goes into labor.
Meanwhile, Edie (Nicollette Sheridan) is forced to contend with the fact that her husband Carlos (Ricardo Antonio Chavira) is leaving her after an affair with Gabrielle (Eva Longoria), while Susan (Teri Hatcher) is confronted with a new revelation from Mike (James Denton).
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Ginny & GeorgiaFrom left to right: Sara Waisglass, Katie Douglas, Chelsea Clark and Antonia Gentry on ‘Ginny & Georgia’.COURTESY OF NETFLIX"Boo, Bitch" (Season 1, Episode 5)The only thing better than aBritney Spearscostume? Five Britney Spears costumes. Ginny (Antonia Gentry) and her friends dress up as the pop star’s various personas for a party — Schoolgirl Britney, Flight Attendant Britney, “Me Against the Music” Britney and “Oops! … I Did It Again” Britney, as well as a bonus Snake Britney.Unfortunately, social media trolls put a damper on Ginny’s fun. Though the night ends in an explosive fight between Ginny and Georgia (Brianne Howey) when the former realizes her mother’s been lying about the existence of a sibling, the clear homage this episode pays to the Princess of Pop is worth the emotional turmoil.WatchGinny & Georgiaon Netflix
From left to right: Sara Waisglass, Katie Douglas, Chelsea Clark and Antonia Gentry on ‘Ginny & Georgia’.COURTESY OF NETFLIX
COURTESY OF NETFLIX
“Boo, Bitch” (Season 1, Episode 5)
The only thing better than aBritney Spearscostume? Five Britney Spears costumes. Ginny (Antonia Gentry) and her friends dress up as the pop star’s various personas for a party — Schoolgirl Britney, Flight Attendant Britney, “Me Against the Music” Britney and “Oops! … I Did It Again” Britney, as well as a bonus Snake Britney.
Unfortunately, social media trolls put a damper on Ginny’s fun. Though the night ends in an explosive fight between Ginny and Georgia (Brianne Howey) when the former realizes her mother’s been lying about the existence of a sibling, the clear homage this episode pays to the Princess of Pop is worth the emotional turmoil.
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The Mindy ProjectMindy Kaling and Bill Hader on ‘The Mindy Project’.Greg Gayne/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal"Halloween" (Season 1, Episode 4)Anyone who’s ever agonized over a Halloween costume to impress a crush will relate to Mindy (Mindy Kaling) in thisMindy Projectepisode as she racks her brain trying to nail down a look that will have Josh (Tommy Dewey) salivating. (She ultimately settles on Diane Chambers fromCheers.) There’s all the usual romantic comedy the show is known for, too, with Mindy confiding her feelings for Josh to her ex, Tom (Bill Hader).WatchThe Mindy Projecton Hulu
Mindy Kaling and Bill Hader on ‘The Mindy Project’.Greg Gayne/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal
“Halloween” (Season 1, Episode 4)
Anyone who’s ever agonized over a Halloween costume to impress a crush will relate to Mindy (Mindy Kaling) in thisMindy Projectepisode as she racks her brain trying to nail down a look that will have Josh (Tommy Dewey) salivating. (She ultimately settles on Diane Chambers fromCheers.) There’s all the usual romantic comedy the show is known for, too, with Mindy confiding her feelings for Josh to her ex, Tom (Bill Hader).
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Fresh Off the BoatForrest Wheeler, Ian Chen and Randall Park on ‘Fresh Off the Boat’.Michael Ansell/Disney General Entertainment Content"Miracle on Dead Street" (Season 2, Episode 5)For their first Halloween in the suburbs, Louis (Randall Park), dressed as a jolly Mr. T, is determined to do the holiday right, attempting to make his street a destination trick-or-treating spot (“If we build it, they will come!” he enthuses). However, his wife (Constance Wu) has other plans, going toe-to-toe with neighborhood pranksters to keep her investment property in pristine condition.WatchFresh Off the Boaton Hulu
Forrest Wheeler, Ian Chen and Randall Park on ‘Fresh Off the Boat’.Michael Ansell/Disney General Entertainment Content
“Miracle on Dead Street” (Season 2, Episode 5)
For their first Halloween in the suburbs, Louis (Randall Park), dressed as a jolly Mr. T, is determined to do the holiday right, attempting to make his street a destination trick-or-treating spot (“If we build it, they will come!” he enthuses). However, his wife (Constance Wu) has other plans, going toe-to-toe with neighborhood pranksters to keep her investment property in pristine condition.
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“The Hauntening” (Season 6, Episode 3)
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DynastyRafael De La Fuente and Kelly Rutherford on ‘Dynasty’.Annette Brown/The CW"Wild Ghost Chase" (Season 3, Episode 3)TheDynastyreboot never disappoints in the fashion department, and Halloween is no exception. The show’s holiday episode sees Fallon (Elizabeth Gillies) tackling Adam (Sam Underwood) into a tower of cake while decked out as Marie Antoinette when she suspects him of trashing her community work at an inner-city garden. The real perpetrator, however, is revealed in time — and he’s looking to apologize.WatchDynastyon Netflix
Rafael De La Fuente and Kelly Rutherford on ‘Dynasty’.Annette Brown/The CW
“Wild Ghost Chase” (Season 3, Episode 3)
TheDynastyreboot never disappoints in the fashion department, and Halloween is no exception. The show’s holiday episode sees Fallon (Elizabeth Gillies) tackling Adam (Sam Underwood) into a tower of cake while decked out as Marie Antoinette when she suspects him of trashing her community work at an inner-city garden. The real perpetrator, however, is revealed in time — and he’s looking to apologize.
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FelicityKeri Russell and Scott Speedman on ‘Felicity’.Larry Watson/The WB Television Network/Courtesy Everett Collection"Spooked" (Season 1, Episode 5)Though this “Spooked” episode kicks off with a trick — Felicity (Keri Russell) and Ben (Scott Speedman) being robbed at gunpoint upon entering Sean’s loft — it gets to the treats in the form of the amazing Bride of Frankenstein ensemble Felicity later wears to a Halloween party.The only problem? Her Frankenstein, Ben, seemingly betrays her, opting to dress as a member of the Rat Pack instead. Things get even worse for our ghoulish heroine when she spies her crush flirting with an unidentified PinkPower Ranger, causing her to drink beyond her means (with mildly hilarious results). After a good cry, a little sleep and a pep talk from Noel (Scott Foley), she speaks her piece to Ben for the first time, though it doesn’t go quite the way she’d hoped.WatchFelicityon Hulu
Keri Russell and Scott Speedman on ‘Felicity’.Larry Watson/The WB Television Network/Courtesy Everett Collection
Larry Watson/The WB Television Network/Courtesy Everett Collection
“Spooked” (Season 1, Episode 5)
Though this “Spooked” episode kicks off with a trick — Felicity (Keri Russell) and Ben (Scott Speedman) being robbed at gunpoint upon entering Sean’s loft — it gets to the treats in the form of the amazing Bride of Frankenstein ensemble Felicity later wears to a Halloween party.
The only problem? Her Frankenstein, Ben, seemingly betrays her, opting to dress as a member of the Rat Pack instead. Things get even worse for our ghoulish heroine when she spies her crush flirting with an unidentified PinkPower Ranger, causing her to drink beyond her means (with mildly hilarious results). After a good cry, a little sleep and a pep talk from Noel (Scott Foley), she speaks her piece to Ben for the first time, though it doesn’t go quite the way she’d hoped.
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ChuckyAlyvia Alyn Lind on ‘Chucky’.Rafy/SYFY“Halloween II” (Season 2, Episode 1)This shocking season 2 opener ofChuckyjust goes to show that evil never dies so easily. Such is the case for the “3 Amigos” — Jake (Zackary Arthur), Devon (Bjorgvin Arnarson) and Lexi (Alyvia Alyn Lind) — who think they’ve finally destroyed Chucky and his army of clones for good until the gang begins receiving ominous phone calls from someone who sounds like their little toy nightmare.Although the series is known for being chock-full of laughs and cheap tricks, there’s a disturbing death scene that no one will see coming.WatchChuckyon Syfy
Alyvia Alyn Lind on ‘Chucky’.Rafy/SYFY
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“Halloween II” (Season 2, Episode 1)
This shocking season 2 opener ofChuckyjust goes to show that evil never dies so easily. Such is the case for the “3 Amigos” — Jake (Zackary Arthur), Devon (Bjorgvin Arnarson) and Lexi (Alyvia Alyn Lind) — who think they’ve finally destroyed Chucky and his army of clones for good until the gang begins receiving ominous phone calls from someone who sounds like their little toy nightmare.
Although the series is known for being chock-full of laughs and cheap tricks, there’s a disturbing death scene that no one will see coming.
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