Top 5 Movie Recommendations for October

As the temperature drops and the leaves begin to fall, it creates a cozy feeling that can only be fulfilled by sitting down and watching a movie. Therefore, no matter what genre you enjoy, October has to be one of the best months to do just this. Here are 5 movies that you should watch before the end of this great month. 

The Silence of the Lambs- Jonathan Demme

(Rated R)

The Silence of the Lambs, starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins, is a horror movie made in 1991 about a student in the FBI’s academy interviewing a serial killer. This movie is incredibly disturbing due to the horrid acts made by the killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter. If you enjoy movies with this uncomfortable atmosphere, The Silence of the Lambs is the movie for you! This movie is available on Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Redbox, and Vudu. 

Hereditary- Ari Aster

(Rated R)

Hereditary is another great horror movie made in 2018 where Annie Graham discovers the dark secrets of her mother after her death. As the movie progresses, we see these mysteries start to unravel within her family, especially her children. Hereditary stars the great actress Toni Collette and provides a tense mood as you watch. This is available on Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, Vudu, YouTube, and Apple TV!

IT (2017)- Andrés Muschietti 

(Rated R)

IT is a horror movie about seven outcasts dealing with their biggest fears in the form of a clown called Pennywise. Although IT is classified as a horror, many could argue that it does not have many scary elements. Regardless, it’s a beautiful and great movie to watch in October. This movie is available on Max, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Redbox, and Vudu!

Monster House– Gil Kenan

(Rated PG)

If you don’t enjoy being too scared but still want to enjoy the Halloween aesthetic, Monster House is a great film to watch. This animated movie from 2006 combines comedy with horror as three kids explore a house they believe is haunted. They happen to be right as they journey through the house that magically took life. This movie is available on Hulu, Google Play Movies & TV, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Apple TV, and Vudu!

When Harry Met Sally– Rob Reiner

(Rated R)

If you absolutely hate horror movies but are still looking for a good fall movie, When Harry Met Sally is the perfect movie! This movie came out in 1989 and is a great RomCom about two people who grow to be friends then transition into lovers through a 12 year period. This is available on Redbox, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Google Play Movies & TV, and Vudu!

Grab some popcorn and a blanket to watch these amazing movies for the fall season.