Best Scary Halloween Movies & Their Strain Pairings

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, Halloween season! To help you get into the spooky spirit, we’ve compiled a list of some of our picks for the best scary Halloween movies for you to check out. For those who prefer something a little tamer but still spooky, check out our Best Not-So-Scary Halloween Movies & Strain Pairings blog. Now, get ready for some thrills and chills alongside the strains we think pair best with each movie!

A Nightmare on Elm Street

Starting our list of the best scary Halloween movies off with a classic, we have A Nightmare on Elm Street. This supernatural slasher is where the world was first introduced to horror icon Freddy Krueger. The story follows his vengeful ghost as he haunts the nightmares of teenagers on Elm Street in Springwood County, Ohio. Everyone knows that nightmares aren’t real, so the townsfolk brush off the incidents as nothing more than a shared delusion. However, this sentiment soon changes when people begin to die at the hands of Freddy Kruger.

Strain: Nightmare OG

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In honor of the man who haunts your nightmares, we think you should smoke on some Nightmare OG. Nightmare OG is an indica-dominant strain that crosses OG #18 with White Nightmare. This potent strain delivers relaxing full-bodied effects that will leave you dazed for hours on end. The high from this strain creeps up on you like Freddy Krueger. It initially hits you with a lifted state of cerebral energy on the first toke. As your mind becomes buzzy and unfocused, your body is slowly dragged into a deep state of relaxation as you become locked to the couch. In terms of flavor, this strain tastes like lemony pine and fresh spicey berries. The aroma is similar, with a woody citrus overtone.

It

The next pick on our list of the best scary Halloween movies is It. This supernatural horror film comes from the mind of horror icon Stephen King. The movie revolves around a group of kids in the town of Derry, Maine after the loss of one of the friends’ younger brother Georgie. As time passes following the disappearance of Georgie, the children realize that each of them has been plagued by nightmarish horrors. Over time, they understand that these horrors are the manifestation of the malevolent clown Pennywise, who is responsible for Georgie’s disappearance. The movie follows this group of kids, the self-proclaimed Loser’s Club, as they hope to unveil the mystery of Pennywise and seek vengeance for young Georgie.

Strain: Pennywise

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To pay homage to the clown that terrorizes the poor children of Derry, we recommend you smoke some Pennywise. Pennywise is an indica-dominant strain that crosses Herlequin with Jack the Ripper. Pennywise delivers an uplifting and mellow high that helps calm the mind and body. The high tends to take hold after the first toke with a sense of happiness that pushes out negative or racing thoughts. Your body may also be filled with a sense of soothing calm without being too weighed down. In terms of flavor, this strain has notes of bubblegum, sour lemon, coffee, and a kick of spice. The aroma is similar to a fresh cup of black coffee with a peppery overtone and subtle notes of citrus.

 

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

Another classic on our list of the best scary Halloween movies is The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This now-famous independent horror movie starts by introducing us to a van of 5 teenagers on a road trip through Texas. As they drive past a slaughterhouse, they soon pick up a hitchhiker who talks about his family who just so happened to work at that slaughterhouse. The hitchhiker begins to act strangely and eventually attacks one of the teenagers. After this, the group of teens soon force him out of the van. As they continue down the road, the group soon runs out of gas. When the nearest gas station isn’t able to refuel their tank, they explore an abandoned house in hopes of finding someone to help them. Soon, this group of teenagers come face to face with Leatherface and experience horrors beyond their comprehension.

Strain: Texas Butter

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In honor of Leatherface’s home state, we think you should smoke some Texas Butter. Texas Butter packs a well-balanced high and long-lasting effects alongside a delectable flavor profile. Named for its flavor, this strain tastes like sweet creamy butter with a hint of pungent dank and sweet bananas. The aroma is similar with a fruity dank overtone and a heavier pungency than the flavor while still smelling mellow and sweet. As for the high, this strain will stone you to the bone while helping you feel bright and uplifted.

 

Scream

Last, but certainly not least on our list of the best scary Halloween movies is Scream. This classic slasher film follows the mysterious case of Ghostface, a murderer on the loose in Woodsbororo, California. The movie famously starts with a young Casey Becker who is home alone one night when she receives a phone call from an unknown number.

None the wiser, she begins to banter with the caller about scary movies. Soon, the call takes a dark twist when the caller threatens her life and reveals that her boyfriend is tied up on her patio. The caller then asks her a trivia question about Friday the 13th, which Casey answers incorrectly. As a result, her tied-up boyfriend Steve is killed. Casey then attempts to flee but is soon stabbed to death. As more people fall victim to Ghostface, the police as well as teenagers from the school of the victims attempt to reveal the identity of this masked killer.

Strain: Screamin’ OG

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While you’re watching Scream, we think you should also be smoking some Screamin’ OG. Screamin’ OG is an indica-dominant hybrid strain that crosses Tangerine Amnesia with Ghost OG. Fun fact, this strain isn’t named after the movie, but rather the TV adaptation. This potent bud has a delectable citrusy pine flavor with hints of tangy lemon on the exhale. The aroma is similar with a fresh woodiness that turns slightly pungent as the nugs are burned. After the first hit, this strain delivers a high that’s bright and cerebral and will help you feel uplifted and stimulated. You may even find that you’re a bit more focused with a kick of creative inspiration. As time passes, your body may begin to relax as you’re lulled into a deep state of blissful serenity without feeling overly sleepy.