Halloween started this past weekend at Midsummer Scream, the season’s official kick-off convention in Long Beach, CA.
Held over the course of three days, the event showcased horror films like Saw X, haunts like Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights, and Halloween season creatives previewing what to expect for the fall season. Fans who celebrate came out in their spooky best, and the cosplay showcasing icons of terror did not disappoint. Here’s a gallery of our favorite looks from the convention.
This cosplay roundup, which includes characters from major studio projects, was published during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of writers and actors currently on strike, the films and TV celebrated here by fans wouldn’t exist.
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Chucky x 2 and their bride.
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Nope, don’t look up.
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Wendy getting The Shining flashbacks.
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Casey, don’t pick up the phone!
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Tasty, Winslow, tasty! From The Phantom of the Paradise.
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Two out of Thirteen Ghosts.
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Catwoman thinks it’s “hell here.”
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The Haunted Mansion Black Widow bride wants you to “hurry back” in time for Halloween.
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Resident Evil reppin’.
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Suddenly Seymour with Audrey and Audrey II from Little Shop of Horrors.
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Beetlejuice Lydia bride and a monkey from Nope.
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Five Nights at Freddy’s ready.
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Gordy’s Home from Nope.
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The Haunted Mansion star Hatbox Ghost.
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Say his name three times.
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These Killer Klowns from Outer Space are now confirmed real.
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She’s got to return some video tapes.
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Pyramid Head and Nurse from Silent Hill.
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Shaun is going to the Winchester to wait for this to all blow over.
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Our Midsommar may queen.
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Cartoon Lydia Deetz.
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Evil dies tonight!
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Say his name five times.
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This Exorcist cosplayer is ready for her spotlight.
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He’s watching...
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Say a prayer or The Nun will get you.
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One, two... Freddy’s coming for you.
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This Last of Us clicker is ready for Halloween.
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The Terrifier loves you!
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Wow—a very specific Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003) Leatherface cosplay!
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When a stranger shows up.
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Pearl is a STAR!
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Amazing Predator cosplay build.
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Can Sweeney Todd and Mrs. Lovett interest you in some locally sourced, animal cruelty-free meat pies?
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They want to play forever and ever.
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This Barbie wants to know your favorite scary movie.
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Source: Gizmodo