Halloween is more than just costumes and candy - it's a time for horror fans to unite, popcorn in hand, and indulge in the thrills and chills of the season. Fortunately, San Diego County is offering a diverse array of options to satisfy the cravings of the most dedicated scary movie enthusiasts. From classic horror flicks to family-friendly favorites, the region is poised to deliver a spooktacular cinematic experience in 2024.

Uncover the Haunting Delights of San Diego's Halloween Movie Lineup

Revisiting Beloved Classics and Welcoming New Terrors

San Diego's movie theaters are gearing up to offer a tantalizing mix of horror classics and highly anticipated new releases. Disney is re-releasing the beloved "Hocus Pocus" and "The Nightmare Before Christmas" at select AMC, Cinemark, Cinepolis, Reading Cinemas, and Regal theaters, as well as Village Theatres Coronado. For those seeking a more recent scare, "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," "Smile 2," and "Terrifier 3" are set to hit the big screens across the region.

Celebrating the Masters of Suspense

The local Angelika theater is hosting a special "Hitchcocktober" event, featuring screenings of Alfred Hitchcock's iconic films. Moviegoers can experience the chilling classic "Psycho" on October 30th and 31st, as well as enjoy the theater's unique offerings, including a Cookies and Scream milkshake and a series of horror-themed chicken wings.

Outdoor Thrills and Retro Delights

For those seeking a more immersive outdoor experience, Cinema Under the Stars is presenting a screening of the comedy-horror classic "Young Frankenstein" from October 25th to 27th. Meanwhile, the historic La Paloma Theatre in Encinitas is hosting a Retro Rewind series, showcasing a lineup of Halloween season favorites, including "Casper," "Scooby-Doo," "Young Frankenstein," and "The Rocky Horror Picture Show."

Embracing the Supernatural and the Unsettling

The Digital Gym Cinema is catering to the more adventurous horror enthusiasts with its ongoing "Wired Nightmares" series, featuring Japanese horror films. On October 29th, the theater will showcase the chilling "One Missed Call," and on October 25th and 26th, they will present "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" from 1974 and "Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight," respectively.

Regal Cinemas' A24 Horror Showcase

In partnership with the acclaimed production company A24, Regal Cinemas is offering a special horror film series at its Carlsbad, Edwards Mira Mesa, and Parkway Plaza in El Cajon locations. The series, which concludes on October 29th with a screening of "Hereditary," provides horror fans with the opportunity to experience some of the genre's most captivating and unsettling offerings.

Rooftop Cinema's Spooky Spectacular

For a truly unique and immersive Halloween movie experience, Rooftop Cinema is going all-in on the spooky season. From October 25th to 31st, the venue will be exclusively showcasing Halloween-themed movies, with multiple screenings each night. Moviegoers can look forward to classics like "Sleepy Hollow," "Death Becomes Her," and "Jennifer's Body," as well as the family-friendly "Coco" on November 1st.