These 37 Scary Couples Costumes Are Right out of Horror Movies
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We're counting down the days until Halloween! There's plenty to enjoy — like Halloween parties, decorating the house for trick-or-treaters, and all the candy — but we think the most fun part is the Halloween costumes. If you and your partner share a love of all things horror, we've got the best scary couples costumes for you to wear this Halloween. From iconic scary movie villains to classic monsters, there's no shortage of inspiration for your couple's costumes if you're feeling spooky.
Our roundup includes plenty of pop culture Halloween costumes that are sure to be popular this year, like Beetlejuice-inspired getups. Others draw on classic scary characters, like zombies, vampires, and monsters. Plus, some of these costumes can easily be scaled up for three people if you're looking for a trio costume. And if you waited until the last minute, don't worry. Many of these can ship next-day with Amazon Prime, and there are even a few last-minute costumes you could DIY with a little creativity.
Looking for even more costume inspiration? Be sure you don't miss our roundups of the best Disney couples costumes, scary Halloween costumes, best Halloween costumes for women, and plus-sized couples Halloween costume ideas.
Emily and Victor from 'Corpse Bride'
Go as the spooky but somehow sweet couple from the Tim Burton movie Corpse Bride, Emily, and Victor van Dort. If you want to look truly Burtonesque, grab some ghostly body paint.
'Trick 'r Treat'
You probably remember Sam, the creepy character who ties together each story in the 2007 Halloween favorite, Trick 'r Treat. You and your boo can both opt for the classic costume complete with a burlap sack hood, or you can mix things up with this more feminine take on the horror icon.
Annabelle and The Nun From 'The Conjuring' Universe
While they may not interact much, these are two of the most recognizable (not to mention terrifying) characters from The Conjuring franchise, which makes the pair an excellent scary couple costume idea.
The Bride of Frankenstein and Frankenstein's Monster
Go as the classic characters, Frankenstein's monster and the bride of Frankenstein, for a night of frights and delights.
Dani and Christian from 'Midsommar'
Get the glue gun ready! You can grab a bulk order of artificial flowers to recreate Dani's May Queen costume. As for the Christian costume, we'd suggest a cozy bear onesie.
Zombie Cashiers
Any costume can be zombie-fied with a little creativity! For instance, these In-N-Out uniforms are made into horror-movie fare with the addition of fake blood and zombie masks.
Sally and Jack Skellington From 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'
On the lighter side of the spooky spectrum are Sally and Jack Skellington from The Nightmare Before Christmas. This couple may look scary, but they're full of holiday cheer.
Bellatrix and Voldemort From 'Harry Potter'
Dress up as "He Who Shall Not Be Named" and renowned death eater Bellatrix Lestrange for Halloween. These costumes are sure to be a hit among fellow Potterheads.
Wicked Witch of the West and a Flying Monkey From 'The Wizard of Oz'
For many, the Wicked Witch of the West was their first introduction to scary movie characters. Channel that childhood terror by dressing as these Wizard of Oz staples.
Mrs. Lovett and Sweeney Todd
Take a trip to Fleet Street with these Sweeney Todd and Mrs. Lovett costumes. If the Halloween party you're attending serves pie, we recommend steering clear. It may just contain human remains. Isn't that right, Mrs. Lovett?
Vampire and Werewolf
These villainous characters make an appearance in a host of popular stories such as Red Riding Hood, Dracula, and more. Pick your favorite and claim it as your inspiration.
Beetlejuice and Lydia Deetz
You can never go wrong with the '80s horror classic Beetlejuice. It's the perfect blend of scares, comedy, and crazy hair.
Miss Argentina and Beetlejuice
Feel like mixing things up? Instead of Lydia and Beetlejuice, take inspiration from other characters from the franchise, like Miss Argentina or even Astrid from the 2024 film Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Gothic Vampires
Whether you take your inspiration from Twilight's Volturi or the 2022 movie The Invitation, you can't go wrong dressing up as an epic, Victorian-era vampire couple for Halloween.
RELATED: Best Vampire Names to Use for a Truly Spooky Halloween
Dollface and Man in the Mask From 'The Strangers'
If you've ever seen The Strangers, you know just how scary these masked assailants are. And even if you haven't, they're still spine-chilling. To keep things cheap, you can use pre-owned clothing that looks similar to the characters' outfits and add a mask.
Members of 'The Purge'
Shopping on a budget? These creepy Purge masks are Joker-like and eerie, especially when paired with oversized hoodies.
Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger
Classic scary movies equal classic scary couples costumes, such as Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th and Freddy Krueger from A Nightmare on Elm Street.
Regan and Father Karras From 'The Exorcist'
Fun fact: The Exorcist was so terrifying when it came out in 1973 that viewers reportedly fainted in theaters or left crying. You can channel that horror with Regan and Father Karras costumes.
Zombie Bride and Groom
Whether you recently said "I do" or want to pretend for the night, dress up as a zombie couple who just tied the knot. Don't forget to embellish with lots of fake blood.
Red Riding Hood and The Big Bad Wolf
There aren't a lot of fairytales that scream "scary," but Little Red Riding Hood is definitely one of the few. Nothing's scarier than a big, bad, four-legged animal coming for someone you love.
Zombie Gangster and Flapper
With the right zombie makeup, a pair of ripped fishnets, and some fake blood-spattered clothing, you will look like an authentic couple from the 1920s — who may or may not have gotten into a bloody situation.
Edward Scissorhands and Kim Boggs
Edward Scissorhands is a spooky character, but inside, he is full of love for Kim Boggs — making this a scary but heartwarming couples Halloween costume.
Killer Clowns
Clowns are and always will be terrifying figures, making them the perfect inspiration for a scary couple's costume.
Chucky and Bride of Chucky
Make this scary throwback your own with creepy makeup and the killer doll's signature butcher knife. Just remember to occasionally throw out the line, "Hi, I'm Chucky! Wanna play?"
The Joker and Harley Quinn
Let chaos reign by dressing up as Gotham City's most deranged couple. If you have a few key pieces, like temporary hair color spray and bold eyeshadow, this can be an easy last-minute costume.
Morticia and Gomez Addams From 'The Addams Family'
The Addams family is easily one of the creepiest families in pop culture. So who better to dress up as than the heads of the spookiest, ookiest family out there?
Twins From 'The Shining'
Bringing those blood-covered, sinister twins from The Shining to life will be downright terrifying.
Creepy Skeletons
Skeletons are a spooky staple of Halloween, so you can't go wrong with these bone-chilling costumes. Test out your Halloween makeup skills with a look that ups the creepy factor.
Michael Myers and Laurie Strode From 'Halloween'
Recreate the look of serial killer Michael Myers and iconic survivor Laurie with just a wig, Michael Myers mask, and a jumpsuit. Throw on some fake blood for good measure.
V from 'V for Vendetta'
You can both dress up as vigilante V from V for Vendetta. Just try to avoid becoming public enemy number one (and two) at the Halloween bash.
Gang From 'Money Heist'
Money Heist in and of itself isn't a horror TV show. Suspenseful? Absolutely. Scary? Not so much. But when you put these masks on during the spookiest night of the year, you're bound to have people inching further away out of fear.
Zombie Schoolboy and Schoolgirl
You may long for the good old days of high school, but these school uniform zombies will have you rethinking. Don't forget to do matching makeup for the full, dramatic zombie look.
Scary Scarecrows
You'll have people avoiding the cornfields and pumpkin patches for years to come after seeing you dressed as wicked scarecrows.
Pennywise and Georgie from 'It'
If you want to terrorize your friends while having fun with makeup, go as Pennywise, the evil, child-eating clown, and his first victim, Georgie. You can find a few horrifying Pennywise makeup tutorials on YouTube — and don't forget to pick up a single red balloon.
Zombie Doctor and Nurse
What's more frightening than two healthcare workers turning from healers to killers?
Night of the Living Dolls
Pull a few strings and pair a creepy marionette doll costume with a Goosebumps Slappy costume for an easy look as haunted as they come.
Enchantress and Phantom of Darkness
There are few things scarier than the Grim Reaper, but add in an ominous enchantress with mysterious powers, and you'll be a match made in hell.
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