The Halloween horror movie is the title I’m most excited to stream this week. Now that Halloween is finally here, it’s time to trot out all the favorites of Spooky Season. Last week, I was most excited to stream “Sleepy Hollow,” and I can confirm after going through with that rewatch that the film will be on my Halloween lead-up watchlist again next year. A more recent addition to that list is “Trick 'r Treat,” the 2007 film that served as Michael Dougherty’s directorial debut. It’s definitely more horror-focused than “Sleepy Hollow,” but this is the perfect time of year for the movie, and it’s the title I’m most excited to stream this week. “Trick ‘r Treat” tells four Halloween stories with a common thread running through them: Sam, a small demon wearing a threadbare costume and a burlap sack for a mask, to punish those who disrespect the traditions of the holiday. Refuse to keep your jack-o’-lantern lit? No candy for the trick-or-treaters? You can expect a visit from Sam, and the end result will be far from sweet. While there are a ton of horror movies set around Halloween, I always liked “Trick ‘r Treat” because of the base premise of the film: Halloween is a true holiday to be revered, and if one disrespects it, there will be consequences. Sam is like the Krampus of Halloween, and he metes out judgment with glee. It’s something of an anthology movie, and viewers will see a few big-name actors sprinkled throughout, including Brian Cox and Anna Paquin. Cox especially stands out as Mr. Kreeg, the curmudgeonly Halloween hater who is confused to be spared from the carnage once he inadvertently carries out a Halloween tradition by giving Sam a few treats. Keep in mind if you’re going to turn this one on during the lead-up to Halloween, it’s not for kids. “Trick ‘r Treat” is rated R, with plenty of violence and language, and even some nudity. Keep it well away from the young ones, and make sure it’s over by the time they’re back from their own trick-or-treat run. “Trick ‘r Treat” isn’t the best horror movie under the sun, but it takes an original concept and parlays it into some gory Halloween fun. That’s what I’m looking for this time of year, and it’s the title I’m most excited to watch this week. Stream “Trick ‘r Treat” on HBO Max or AMC+. 7-Day Trial amc+ via amazon.com AMC+ AMC+ is a premium subscription streaming bundle owned by AMC Networks. It offers curated access to award-winning originals, indie films, and prestige television. Launched in June 2020, the service combines content from AMC with flagship brands such as BBC America, IFC, Sundance TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, and IFC Films Unlimited, delivering a rich library of exclusive programming and early episode access. … AMC+ features exclusive original series like “Gangs of London,” “Ragdoll,” “Firebite,” “Anne Boleyn,” and “Kin,” along with critically acclaimed films and simulcasted favorites such as those from The Walking Dead universe. The service supports up to five simultaneous streams and includes access to six live channels — including AMC, BBC America, and The Walking Dead Channel — alongside on-demand content. It also allows for offline downloads for ad-free subscribers. The service is available directly via amcplus.com or the AMC+ app on platforms such as Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, iOS, Android, and smart TVs. It’s also accessible through Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video Channels, The Roku Channel, Sling TV, Dish, and YouTube TV. However, free trial eligibility and app access may vary depending on the provider. Viewers can sign up for a 7-day free trial when subscribing directly through AMC+ or its app, though eligibility may vary depending on the platform. With its depth of high-quality content, flexible pricing, and seamless streaming capabilities, AMC+ remains a top-tier choice for horror fans, prestige dramas, indie films, and compelling originals. $7.99+ / month Sign Up HBO Max via Prime Video HBO Max HBO Max is a subscription video streaming service that gives access to the full HBO library and exclusive Max Originals. There are hubs for content from TLC, HGTV, Food Network, Discovery, TCM, Cartoon Network, Travel Channel, ID, and more. Watch hit series like “The Last of Us,” “House of the Dragon,” “Succession,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and more. Within HBO Max, B/R Sports allows users to watch live NBA, MLB, NHL, March Madness, and NASCAR events. HBO Max has three tiers: an ad-supported plan for $10.99, an ad-free plan for $18.49, and the ultimate tier that includes 4K for $22.99. All HBO Max subscribers will get the full libraries of shows like “Friends”, “The Big Bang Theory”, “South Park”, “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”, “The West Wing”, and more. You can choose to add HBO Max as a subscription through Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, or other Live TV providers. $10.99+ / month
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