The only spooky season watchlist: Top 9 Halloween episodes in the history of television

Halloween is right around the corner. Get ready to spend October 31 with some spooky TV episodes. This article will look at 9 television episodes that feature paranormal stories. Some combine humor with heartwarming moments. This list highlights nine of the greatest Halloween episodes ever made. Each one has something unique. There are zombies, silly parties, magic wizards, and emotional twists.

These episodes show Halloween as something frightening, funny, or adorable. They remind us of dressing up, playing tricks, and spending time with loved ones. Whether you want laughs or chills, these stories are perfect for watching at home in October. They are loved by fans everywhere.

Disclaimer: This article contains the writer's opinion. Readers’ discretion is advised.

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Here is the list of the top 9 Halloween episodes in the history of television:

9. Community (Epidemiology)

Epidemiology is a Season 2 episode from the Community TV series. The episode is considered one of the most historic Halloween episodes. In this episode, viewers were treated to a costume party at Greendale College hosted by the dean. Pierce eats old military rations that turn out to be contaminated taco meat. After he bites others, they begin turning into zombies. Jeff wears a Beckham costume, while Annie is Little Red Riding Hood. Troy and Abed are characters from Alien. They all shelter in their study area as chaos breaks out. Fans appreciated the episode’s soundtrack and said,

“What made this episode for me was the ABBA soundtrack.”

The entire show is a wonderful blend of fear and comedy, expressed through quick action and hilarious situations. In its own style and humour, this episode pays homage to all the zombie films ever made. The plot also depicts what happens at crazy parties in college. This episode is well-liked for its creativity and energy.

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8. Friends (The One with the Halloween Party)

A historical Halloween episode of Friends is Season 8, Episode 6. Monica and Chandler host a Halloween party at their home. All people appear in ridiculous costumes, e.g. Spudnik and a T. Rex. Phoebe meets the fiancé of her sister and is attracted to him. Ross is ashamed of his ugly costume. Rachel attempts to pass out candy but is irritated by the children. One viewer said on IMDb,

"I adored this episode! It is spooky, but still ... I watched it so many times, and the jokes! Oh my God!"

Everyone at the party likes sports and plays jokes all night. The event brought us all together in a friendly and enjoyable manner, showcasing that holidays bring joy and little arguing. This is one of the popular episodes among viewers due to its light background and humour.

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7. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Halloween)

Another historical spooky episode is Season 2, Episode 6 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. This episode provides a scene where people buy Halloween costumes in a magic shop. Haunted by Angel’s mysterious past, Buffy decides to buy an extravagant 18th-century dress. Xander wears army clothes, whereas Willow prefers to dress up as a ghost. They are all later changed into their costumes by a spell.

Buffy becomes a real damsel in distress, Xander gains soldier skills and joins the team, and Willow turns into a ghost who can walk through walls. The group has to find a way to reverse this magical spell. This episode blends elements of magic, action, and fun changes. The night of Halloween is the night when identities get shifted. This storyline received critical acclaim for its clever twist and charm.

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6. The Simpsons (Treehouse of Horror V)

The Simpsons' Treehouse of Horror V has three spooky stories. In The Shining, viewers saw the family working at Mr Burns' hotel. Homer goes crazy without TV or beer and chases them with an axe. In Time and Punishment, Homer travels back in time, altering the future. America becomes a rigid ant farm ruled by kangaroos. In Nightmare Cafeteria, Skinner cooks naughty students for lunch.

Every story has a uniquely funny twist on Groundskeeper Willie's injury. It is full of dark humour and outlandish ideas from beginning to end. Almost everywhere in this episode, there are parodies of famous movies and books. Because it handles scares and silliness so well, fans love it.

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5. Brooklyn Nine-Nine (HalloVeen)

HalloVeen is the fourth episode from Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s Season Five. In this episode, we saw the gang perform a hilarious heist on Halloween night. Jake plans a big trick to win the championship belt. He enlists the help of Handmaid's Tale cosplayers to divert the attention of the team. Amy finds the belt first and ultimately believes she has won the game. One IMDb user said,

“This is my favourite episode thus far. I am loving season 5 with lots of laughs as usual.”

The final moment gets emotional as Jake proposes to Amy. The whole team celebrates their love and their teamwork. The entire episode was a mix of laughter and serious emotions. It is one of the most loved episodes in the series. Fans remember it for its surprise and warmth.

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4. The Office (Here Comes Treble)

The Office Season 9 Episode 5 is one of the funniest and most emotional Halloween episodes. The costumes are silly and fun. Andy dresses as George Michael. Nellie dresses up as a strange version of Toby. Kevin becomes Charlie Brown. Dwight goes full Sith Lord. The party looks cheerful, but Andy feels sad when his old college friend changes their shared story.

The camera work is strong and enhances the costumes. One IMDb user stated that this is the only positive aspect of the camera work. The music is charming. This episode shows how Halloween can bring out hidden emotions and forgotten dreams.

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3. Modern Family (Halloween)

The Halloween episode is a fan favourite of Modern Family. Claire loves Halloween more than anybody, and her house is turned into a spooky, fun zone. The scares are silly and clever, not truly scary. Phil gets nervous trying to keep up with Claire's big ideas. Gloria's funny accent mix-ups add to the laughs of it all.

One IMDB user praised the episode's writing and acting. The story feels so warm and familiar. It reminds us all of childhood costumes, failed plans, and family fun. Halloween is about being together, even when things don't go as planned, not about being flawless.

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2. South Park (Pinkeye)

Kenny is killed in South Park's Halloween animated episode Pinkeye by a falling space station. At the morgue, his embalming fluid gets mixed with Worcestershire sauce, turning him into a zombie. The infection is rapidly spreading, and everybody who Kenny bites turns into a brain-eating zombie. The false alarms over the outbreak by the town mix it with the outbreak of pinkeye, leading to a satirical turnover during the trick-or-treat confusion.

Chef is eventually bitten and joins the zombies despite his best efforts to save the kids. The boys struggle with the undead in an attempt to rescue their friends and neighbours. The episode blends South Park's distinct humour with terror, and despite the zombie mayhem, the guys return to save their Halloween candy at the conclusion.

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1. Parks and Recreation (Greg Pikitis)

The Greg Pikitis episode of Parks and Recreation is a wonderful Halloween story with plenty of laughter. Leslie Knope goes head-to-head with a teenage prankster named Greg Pikitis. Andy pretends to be FBI agent Burt Macklin and helps with the silly plan. The office gets vandalised, and Greg has a smart excuse that makes things tricky. One IMDb user said the jokes are great and the story is clever. One IMDb user said,

"Every once in a while, an episode comes around that is not only hilarious, original, and creative, but not a second is even wasted."

The episode ends with a party at Ann’s house. People wear weird costumes and dance in funny ways. It brings back memories of Halloween tricks and parties. The combination of mystery and comedy makes it ideal for watching with friends or family in October. It is light and full of heart.

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