Halloween movie night is a tradition for a reason. A big bowl of popcorn, a blanket, and one great line at the right moment can turn a regular evening into the best night of October. Everyone has a favorite line they quote every year, and some of them are a lot older than the people reciting them. Whether your crowd likes jump scares or gentle ghosts, the right quote makes everyone grin.
This collection brings together famous Halloween movie quotes and horror movie quotes, from slasher classics to family favorites and funny lines. Every quote is credited to the character, the movie, and the year. If you want more general spooky lines, our Halloween quotes are a great next stop.
Here are 40 Halloween movie quotes and fun Halloween movie quotes to share, caption, or quote at the TV.
Classic Slasher and Horror Movie Quotes
Famous horror movie quotes from the films that made movie night a little scary, each credited to the character and movie.
- “Death has come to your little town, Sheriff.” (Dr. Loomis, Halloween, 1978)
- “Hello, Danny. Come and play with us. Come and play with us, Danny. Forever... and ever... and ever.” (the Grady twins, The Shining, 1980)
- “We all go a little mad sometimes.” (Norman Bates, Psycho, 1960)
- “Do you like scary movies?” (Ghostface, Scream, 1996)
- “Hi, I'm Chucky. Wanna play?” (Chucky, Child's Play, 1988)
- “You can't kill the boogeyman!” (Tommy Doyle, Halloween, 1978)
- “A census taker once tried to test me. I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti.” (Hannibal Lecter, The Silence of the Lambs, 1991)
- “They're heeere.” (Carol Anne Freeling, Poltergeist, 1982)
- “I see dead people.” (Cole Sear, The Sixth Sense, 1999)
- “Halloween is when people play tricks on each other. It's all make-believe.” (Laurie Strode, Halloween, 1978)
Family Favorite Halloween Movie Quotes
Gentle, giggly lines from the Halloween movies the whole family can watch together.
- “I'll get you, my pretty, and your little dog too!” (the Wicked Witch of the West, The Wizard of Oz, 1939)
- “Can I keep you?” (Casper, Casper, 1995)
- “I got a rock.” (Charlie Brown, It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, 1966)
- “Just think, Sally, when the Great Pumpkin rises out of the pumpkin patch, we'll be there to see him.” (Linus, It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, 1966)
- “We've got to find Jack! There's only 365 days left 'til next Halloween!” (the Mayor of Halloween Town, The Nightmare Before Christmas, 1993)
- “Kids these days. They just don't get scared like they used to.” (Henry J. Waternoose, Monsters, Inc., 2001)
- “Scary monsters don't have plaque!” (Mike Wazowski, Monsters, Inc., 2001)
- “No way! You're not sewing buttons in my eyes!” (Coraline Jones, Coraline, 2009)
- “Isn't the view beautiful? It takes my breath away. Well, it would if I had any.” (Emily, Corpse Bride, 2005)
- “Don't cross the streams.” (Egon Spengler, Ghostbusters, 1984)
Funny Halloween Movie Quotes
Laugh-out-loud lines from comedies, spoofs, and horror films that never took themselves too seriously.
- “I'm the ghost with the most, babe.” (Betelgeuse, Beetlejuice, 1988)
- “Back off, man. I'm a scientist.” (Peter Venkman, Ghostbusters, 1984)
- “There, wolf. There, castle.” (Igor, Young Frankenstein, 1974)
- “Abby Normal.” (Igor, Young Frankenstein, 1974)
- “Groovy.” (Ash Williams, Evil Dead II, 1987)
- “Time to nut up or shut up.” (Tallahassee, Zombieland, 2009)
- “Now, Sid, don't you blame the movies; movies don't create psychos, movies make psychos more creative!” (Billy Loomis, Scream, 1996)
- “Dead. Dead, dead, deadski.” (Betelgeuse, Beetlejuice, 1988)
- “I don't like being stalked, not by psycho nerds or their cat!” (Coraline Jones, Coraline, 2009)
- “Pardon my enthusiasm.” (Emily, Corpse Bride, 2005)
Caption-Sized Movie Night Quotes
Short, famous lines that fit in a caption, a text message, or the corner of a popcorn bucket card.
- “It's alive! It's alive!” (Henry Frankenstein, Frankenstein, 1931)
- “Here's Johnny!” (Jack Torrance, The Shining, 1980)
- “Be afraid. Be very afraid.” (Veronica Quaife, The Fly, 1986)
- “Housekeeping!” (Count Dracula, Hotel Transylvania, 2012)
- “You're gonna need a bigger boat.” (Martin Brody, Jaws, 1975)
- “Welcome to Hotel Transylvania!” (Count Dracula, Hotel Transylvania, 2012)
- “Hi! I'm Casper!” (Casper, Casper, 1995)
- “Redrum!” (Danny Torrance as Tony, The Shining, 1980)
- “We're friends until the end, remember?” (Chucky, Child's Play, 1988)
- “I'm melting! Melting! Oh, what a world! What a world!” (the Wicked Witch of the West, The Wizard of Oz, 1939)
How to Use These Halloween Movie Quotes
Plan a Quote Themed Movie Night
Pick a few lines and print them on small cards to set beside the snack bowls. For witchy fun, add a favorite from our Hocus Pocus quotes.
Play Guess the Movie
Read a line aloud and let everyone guess the film and the character. The short caption-sized lines work best. For more chilling options, try our scary quotes.
Use One as a Caption
Pair a short line with a photo of your popcorn, pumpkins, or movie night setup. If your photo shows a spooky house, our haunted house quotes are a good match.
Quote It at the Right Moment
The best movie quotes work when the room is quiet and the scene is tense. Wait for your moment and deliver it with a straight face.
FAQ
What are some famous Halloween movie quotes?
Popular picks include "Here's Johnny!" from The Shining, "I see dead people" from The Sixth Sense, and "They're heeere" from Poltergeist.
What are good horror movie quotes for captions?
Short lines such as "It's alive!", "Be afraid. Be very afraid.", and "Housekeeping!" fit neatly into a caption.
Are these movie quotes accurate?
Yes. Each quote was checked against a film quote database, and the character, movie, and release year are listed beside it. All films and characters belong to their respective owners.
What are good family friendly Halloween movie quotes?
Try lines from The Wizard of Oz, Casper, Monsters, Inc., or It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown in the family favorites section.
What are some funny Halloween movie quotes?
Look at the funny section for lines from Beetlejuice, Ghostbusters, Young Frankenstein, and Zombieland.
Conclusion
A great movie quote is a tiny piece of the film you can carry with you all October. Pick your favorites, put on something spooky, and share a line with the people on the couch beside you. Happy watching, and may your popcorn bowl never run empty.
