Best spooky animated movies
What's the story
The magic of animation knows no bounds, even when it comes to sending shivers down your spine. Animated films have a unique way of bringing fantastical and spooky worlds to life, offering thrilling adventures, ghostly encounters, and eerie mysteries that captivate audiences of all ages. Below-listed spooky animated movies offer a delightful blend of chills, laughter, and heartwarming moments.
#1
'Batman: The Long Halloween' (2021)
Blending mystery and crime drama with the world of Gotham's vigilante, Batman: The Long Halloween is an animated film adaptation of the classic DC Comics storyline. It follows Batman as he investigates a series of murders that occur on holidays, spanning over a year, and delves into the complex relationship between Batman, Commissioner Gordon, and the enigmatic mob boss, Carmine Falcone.
#2
'Frankenweenie' (2012)
Directed by Tim Burton, the 2012 macabre animated film Frankenweenie narrates the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young boy who uses science to bring his beloved dog, Sparky, back to life. Set in the eerie town of New Holland, the film combines stop-motion animation with a heartwarming tale of friendship, loss, and the consequences of playing with the power of creation.
#3
'Hotel Transylvania' (2012)
The family-friendly animated film Hotel Transylvania, directed by Genndy Tartakovsky, is a mix of humor, heart, and monstrous mayhem. It takes place in a lavish resort run by Count Dracula (voiced by Adam Sandler) that caters exclusively to monsters seeking a break from the human world. Chaos ensues when a human, Johnny (voiced by Andy Samberg), stumbles upon the hotel.
#4
'Coraline' (2009)
Based on Neil Gaiman's makesake novel, Henry Selick-directed Coraline is a dark and enchanting stop-motion animated film. The film follows Coraline Jones, a curious young girl who discovers a secret door in her new home that leads to a parallel world. Initially wondrous, the other world takes a sinister turn, and Coraline must confront a menacing mother in the alternate universe.
#5
'Corpse Bride' (2005)
Burton-directed stop-motion animated film Corpse Bride is a darkly whimsical and visually stunning tale. It centers on Victor, a young man who accidentally proposes to a deceased bride while practicing his wedding vows in the woods. He's then transported to the Land of the Dead, where he must navigate a quirky, macabre world and unravel the mystery surrounding his bizarre predicament.