59 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes Inspired by Movie and TV Characters

Mar. 15, 2025

Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen on ‘Game of Thrones’; Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff on ‘WandaVision’; Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther and King T’Challa in ‘Black Panther’.Photo:HBO; Marvel Studios; Marvel

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01of 59Jenna Rink from13 Going on 30Jennifer Garner (left) as Jenna Rink and Judy Greer as Lucy Wyman in 2004’s ‘13 Going on 30,'.Columbia Tri Star/Kobal/REX/ShutterstockFromAriana Grande— whopaid homage onThe Voicein 2021 — toChrista B. Allen, celebrities have dressed as Jenna Rink (Jennifer Garner) from13 Going on 30for various occasions. If you, too, want to tap into your inner “fabuloso,” it couldn’t be easier. Recreate Garner’s look during the “Thriller” dance scene from the 2004 flick with a colorful patterned dress, butterfly necklace, pink purse and an aughts-inspired updo, and you’ll find yourself “flirty and thriving” for Halloween.

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Jenna Rink from13 Going on 30

Jennifer Garner (left) as Jenna Rink and Judy Greer as Lucy Wyman in 2004’s ‘13 Going on 30,'.Columbia Tri Star/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock

13 Going On 30 - 2004

FromAriana Grande— whopaid homage onThe Voicein 2021 — toChrista B. Allen, celebrities have dressed as Jenna Rink (Jennifer Garner) from13 Going on 30for various occasions. If you, too, want to tap into your inner “fabuloso,” it couldn’t be easier. Recreate Garner’s look during the “Thriller” dance scene from the 2004 flick with a colorful patterned dress, butterfly necklace, pink purse and an aughts-inspired updo, and you’ll find yourself “flirty and thriving” for Halloween.

02of 59Kim Possible fromKim PossibleSadie Stanley as Kim Possible in the 2019 Disney movie ‘Kim Possible,'.Disney Channel/Courtesy EverettIf you’re dressing asKim Possiblefor Halloween, you may have most of what you need in your closet. Start with a black long-sleeve top and green cargo pants, and add a pair of black boots for footwear. To complete the look, grab a brown utility belt and a pair of gray leather gloves.

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Kim Possible fromKim Possible

Sadie Stanley as Kim Possible in the 2019 Disney movie ‘Kim Possible,'.Disney Channel/Courtesy Everett

KIM POSSIBLE, Sadie Stanley, tv movie, 2019

Disney Channel/Courtesy Everett

If you’re dressing asKim Possiblefor Halloween, you may have most of what you need in your closet. Start with a black long-sleeve top and green cargo pants, and add a pair of black boots for footwear. To complete the look, grab a brown utility belt and a pair of gray leather gloves.

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Sarah Michelle Gellar Scooby Doo - 2002

04of 59Batman fromBatmanChristian Bale as Batman from 2008’s ‘The Dark Knight,'.Warner Bros./Courtesy Everett CollectionWhether it’sRobert Pattinsonfrom 2002’sThe Batman,Christian Bale’s portrayal of the Dark Knight inChristopher Nolan’s film franchise orMichael Keaton’sversion in the ’80s and ’90s,don the batsuiton Halloween for asuperimpressive last-minute look. Wear a black eye mask and cape, orfind the full outfit online.

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Batman fromBatman

Christian Bale as Batman from 2008’s ‘The Dark Knight,'.Warner Bros./Courtesy Everett Collection

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Whether it’sRobert Pattinsonfrom 2002’sThe Batman,Christian Bale’s portrayal of the Dark Knight inChristopher Nolan’s film franchise orMichael Keaton’sversion in the ’80s and ’90s,don the batsuiton Halloween for asuperimpressive last-minute look. Wear a black eye mask and cape, orfind the full outfit online.

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Rick Grimes fromThe Walking Dead

Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes on season 9 of ‘The Walking Dead’.Jackson Lee Davis/AMC

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06of 59Harley Quinn fromThe Suicide SquadMargot Robbie as Harley Quinn in 2016’s ‘The Suicide Squad,'.Warner Bros.According to Uproxx,Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn fromThe Suicide Squadwas the most-Googled Halloween costume of 2016, and it still has longevity years later. First, team the iconic “Daddy’s ‘Lil Monster” shirt with shorts or pants. Next, tie your hair — or a blonde wig — into two pigtails and color the ends with wash-out pink and blue hair dye. For makeup, get creative with pink and blue eyeshadow and red lipstick.

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Harley Quinn fromThe Suicide Squad

Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn in 2016’s ‘The Suicide Squad,'.Warner Bros.

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According to Uproxx,Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn fromThe Suicide Squadwas the most-Googled Halloween costume of 2016, and it still has longevity years later. First, team the iconic “Daddy’s ‘Lil Monster” shirt with shorts or pants. Next, tie your hair — or a blonde wig — into two pigtails and color the ends with wash-out pink and blue hair dye. For makeup, get creative with pink and blue eyeshadow and red lipstick.

07of 59Joker fromJokerJoaquin Phoenix as the titular Joker in the 2019 film.Todd Phillips/InstagramAnother classic Halloween costume with plenty of room for creativity is the infamous evil clown,Joker(Joaquin Phoenix). Grab some face paint tocreate the character’s signature white face, black eyes and bloody smile, and color your hair green with wash-out spray. For clothing, opt for a vibrant purple or any brightly colored suit.

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Joker fromJoker

Joaquin Phoenix as the titular Joker in the 2019 film.Todd Phillips/Instagram

The Joker

Todd Phillips/Instagram

Another classic Halloween costume with plenty of room for creativity is the infamous evil clown,Joker(Joaquin Phoenix). Grab some face paint tocreate the character’s signature white face, black eyes and bloody smile, and color your hair green with wash-out spray. For clothing, opt for a vibrant purple or any brightly colored suit.

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Moana fromMoana

Moana in the 2016 Disney animated film.Disney

Moana

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Peaky Blinders

10of 59Wednesday Addams fromThe Addams FamilyChristina Ricci as Wednesday Addams in 1991’s ‘The Addams Family,'.Everett CollectionA great DIY costume for brunettes, a Wednesday Addams-inspired look takes no time at all to put together. Grab a black dress (bonus if it has a Peter Pan collar) and black pantyhose, braid your hair into two plaits and apply some dark lipstick.

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Wednesday Addams fromThe Addams Family

Christina Ricci as Wednesday Addams in 1991’s ‘The Addams Family,'.Everett Collection

Wednesday Addams

A great DIY costume for brunettes, a Wednesday Addams-inspired look takes no time at all to put together. Grab a black dress (bonus if it has a Peter Pan collar) and black pantyhose, braid your hair into two plaits and apply some dark lipstick.

11of 59Gomez and Morticia Addams fromWednesdayCatherine Zeta-Jones (left) as Morticia Addams and Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams on ‘Wednesday’.NetflixIn need of a last-minutecouple costume for Halloween? Take inspiration from exesJoe JonasandSophie Turnerandtransform into Morticia and Gomez Addams(Catherine Zeta-JonesandLuis Guzmán, respectively) from the Netflix seriesWednesday. For Morticia, you’ll need a black gown, a long black wig and dark makeup. To turn into Gomez, opt for a pinstripe suit, a faux mustache and slicked-back hair. Finish each look with a rose for Morticia and a cigar for Gomez.

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Gomez and Morticia Addams fromWednesday

Catherine Zeta-Jones (left) as Morticia Addams and Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams on ‘Wednesday’.Netflix

Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia Addams, Luis Guzman as Gomez Addams in Wednesday

In need of a last-minutecouple costume for Halloween? Take inspiration from exesJoe JonasandSophie Turnerandtransform into Morticia and Gomez Addams(Catherine Zeta-JonesandLuis Guzmán, respectively) from the Netflix seriesWednesday. For Morticia, you’ll need a black gown, a long black wig and dark makeup. To turn into Gomez, opt for a pinstripe suit, a faux mustache and slicked-back hair. Finish each look with a rose for Morticia and a cigar for Gomez.

12of 59Cher Horowitz fromCluelessAlicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz in 1995’s ‘Clueless,'.CBSFromNatalie Portman’splaid skirt and blazer momentin 2022 toPenelope Disickrocking the bright patternfor Halloween 2021, celebrities of all ages have dressed asCher Horowitz(Alicia Silverstone) from the classic 1995 filmClueless. For an outfit that will have everyonetotally buggin’on Halloween, go for a yellow plaid blazer and skirt combo, long white socks and a ’90s-style blowout. A pink fluffy pen is optional but recommended!

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Cher Horowitz fromClueless

Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz in 1995’s ‘Clueless,'.CBS

Alicia Silverstone (as Cher Horowitz)

FromNatalie Portman’splaid skirt and blazer momentin 2022 toPenelope Disickrocking the bright patternfor Halloween 2021, celebrities of all ages have dressed asCher Horowitz(Alicia Silverstone) from the classic 1995 filmClueless. For an outfit that will have everyonetotally buggin’on Halloween, go for a yellow plaid blazer and skirt combo, long white socks and a ’90s-style blowout. A pink fluffy pen is optional but recommended!

13of 59Dionne Davenport fromCluelessStacey Dash as Dionne Davenport in ‘Clueless’.Paramount/Courtesy EverettAs ifyou’re back in ‘95, transforming into fashionistaDionne Davenport(Stacey Dash) fromCluelessis as easy as using a few items already in your closet. Pair a black-and-white plaid skirt or jacket from your closet with a red sweater and a statement hat.

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Dionne Davenport fromClueless

Stacey Dash as Dionne Davenport in ‘Clueless’.Paramount/Courtesy Everett

CLUELESS, Stacey Dash, 1995

Paramount/Courtesy Everett

As ifyou’re back in ‘95, transforming into fashionistaDionne Davenport(Stacey Dash) fromCluelessis as easy as using a few items already in your closet. Pair a black-and-white plaid skirt or jacket from your closet with a red sweater and a statement hat.

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T’Challa (a.k.a. Black Panther) fromBlack Panther

Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther in 2018’s ‘Black Panther,'.Marvel

Marvel Studios’ BLACK PANTHER Black Panther/T’Challa

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Olive Penderghast fromEasy A

Easy A - 2010

16of 59Lara Croft fromTomb RaiderAlicia Vikander as Lara Croft in 2018’s ‘Tomb Raider,'.Warner Bros.Morph intoAlicia Vikander’sLara Croftwith a simple green tank top and green or black pants paired with chunky combat boots. Pull your hair into a low pony to complete the look.

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Lara Croft fromTomb Raider

Alicia Vikander as Lara Croft in 2018’s ‘Tomb Raider,'.Warner Bros.

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Morph intoAlicia Vikander’sLara Croftwith a simple green tank top and green or black pants paired with chunky combat boots. Pull your hair into a low pony to complete the look.

17of 59Regina George fromMean GirlsRachel McAdams as Regina George in 2004’s ‘Mean Girls,'.Paramount/Courtesy EverettIf you love the 2004 teen comedyMean Girls,there are several ways to go about aRegina George(Rachel McAdams) costume — whether it’s the Winter Talent Show outfit or the cafeteria get-up. Perhaps the most iconic of looks is George’s pink outfit. To pull this off yourself, pair the character’s “a little bit dramatic” tank top with a black mini skirt and pink cardigan.

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Regina George fromMean Girls

Rachel McAdams as Regina George in 2004’s ‘Mean Girls,'.Paramount/Courtesy Everett

Rachel McAdams, 2004

If you love the 2004 teen comedyMean Girls,there are several ways to go about aRegina George(Rachel McAdams) costume — whether it’s the Winter Talent Show outfit or the cafeteria get-up. Perhaps the most iconic of looks is George’s pink outfit. To pull this off yourself, pair the character’s “a little bit dramatic” tank top with a black mini skirt and pink cardigan.

18of 59Karen Smith fromMean GirlsAmanda Seyfried as Karen Smith in ‘Mean Girls,'.CBSYou wanna do something fun? Go as another iconicMean Girlspick, Karen Smith (Amanda Seyfried). Channel your inner mouse (duh!) with a pair of mouse ears and pin a tail to a black minidress.

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Karen Smith fromMean Girls

Amanda Seyfried as Karen Smith in ‘Mean Girls,'.CBS

“Mean Girls”, directed by Mark Waters. Seen here, Amanda Seyfried as Karen Smith wearing her Halloween costume.

You wanna do something fun? Go as another iconicMean Girlspick, Karen Smith (Amanda Seyfried). Channel your inner mouse (duh!) with a pair of mouse ears and pin a tail to a black minidress.

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Edward Cullen fromTwilight

Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen in 2008’s ‘Twilight,'.Alamy

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20of 59Jennifer Check fromJennifer’s BodyMegan Fox as Jennifer Check in 2009’s ‘Jennifer’s Body,'.James Dittiger/Fox Atomic/Kobal/ShutterstockFind inspiration fromMegan Foxand dress as Jennifer Check from the 2009 cult-favorite filmJennifer’s Bodyfor Halloween. Before you walk out the door, throw on a pink velour jacket, jeans, wedges and heart-shaped earrings.

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Jennifer Check fromJennifer’s Body

Megan Fox as Jennifer Check in 2009’s ‘Jennifer’s Body,'.James Dittiger/Fox Atomic/Kobal/Shutterstock

Megan Fox - Jennifer’s Body - 2009

Find inspiration fromMegan Foxand dress as Jennifer Check from the 2009 cult-favorite filmJennifer’s Bodyfor Halloween. Before you walk out the door, throw on a pink velour jacket, jeans, wedges and heart-shaped earrings.

21of 59Robin Buckley fromStranger ThingsMaya Hawke as Robin Buckley on ‘Stranger Things’.NetflixRobin Buckley’s (Maya Hawke) Scoops Ahoy uniform has become synonymous with her adventurous character fromStranger Things. Put on a blue sailor top, blue shorts, knee-high socks and a pair of red Converse — and don’t forget your name tag!

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Robin Buckley fromStranger Things

Maya Hawke as Robin Buckley on ‘Stranger Things’.Netflix

Maya Hawke as Robin - Stranger Things Season 3

Robin Buckley’s (Maya Hawke) Scoops Ahoy uniform has become synonymous with her adventurous character fromStranger Things. Put on a blue sailor top, blue shorts, knee-high socks and a pair of red Converse — and don’t forget your name tag!

22of 59Cruella de Vil fromCruellaEmma Stone as Cruella de Vil in 2021’s ‘Cruella,'.Walt Disney StudiosWant to portray a classic Disney villain? A black faux leather pantsuit, sharp eyebrows and a bold red lip are the basis of Stone’sCruella de Vil, but it’s the two-toned wig that really makes a splash.

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Cruella de Vil fromCruella

Emma Stone as Cruella de Vil in 2021’s ‘Cruella,'.Walt Disney Studios

Disney’s Cruella

Want to portray a classic Disney villain? A black faux leather pantsuit, sharp eyebrows and a bold red lip are the basis of Stone’sCruella de Vil, but it’s the two-toned wig that really makes a splash.

23of 59Rick fromRick and MortyRick (left) and Morty on ‘Rick and Morty’.Courtesy of Adult SwimGet ready for many intergalactic adventures and turn yourself into Rick fromRick and Morty. For this costume, you’ll need a blue T-shirt, a scientist lab coat and a spiky pastel blue wig.

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Rick fromRick and Morty

Rick (left) and Morty on ‘Rick and Morty’.Courtesy of Adult Swim

rick and morty

Get ready for many intergalactic adventures and turn yourself into Rick fromRick and Morty. For this costume, you’ll need a blue T-shirt, a scientist lab coat and a spiky pastel blue wig.

24of 59Harry Potter from theHarry Pottermovie seriesDanielle Radcliffe as Harry Potter in 2001’s ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,'.EverettGrab your letter from Hogwarts and portrayHarry Potter(Daniel Radcliffe) for Halloween. You’ll need round glasses, a wand and a Gryffindor scarf for this costume. Plus, you can draw a scar on your forehead using a black eyeliner pencil too!

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Harry Potter from theHarry Pottermovie series

Danielle Radcliffe as Harry Potter in 2001’s ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,'.Everett

HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE, Daniel Radcliffe, 2001

Grab your letter from Hogwarts and portrayHarry Potter(Daniel Radcliffe) for Halloween. You’ll need round glasses, a wand and a Gryffindor scarf for this costume. Plus, you can draw a scar on your forehead using a black eyeliner pencil too!

25of 59Dumbledore from theHarry Pottermovie seriesSir Michael Gambon as Dumbledore in 2007’s ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,'.Warner Bros.Need a Dumbledore (the lateSir Michael Gambon) to your Harry Potter? Grab a long purple-hued cloak, long white beard and pair of glasses to execute the look.

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Dumbledore from theHarry Pottermovie series

Sir Michael Gambon as Dumbledore in 2007’s ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,'.Warner Bros.

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Need a Dumbledore (the lateSir Michael Gambon) to your Harry Potter? Grab a long purple-hued cloak, long white beard and pair of glasses to execute the look.

26of 59Cassie Howard fromEuphoriaSydney Sweeney as Cassie Howard on ‘Euphoria’.Eddy Chen/HBO MaxHBO’sEuphoriahas given viewers plenty of Halloween costume inspiration, but we are partial to Cassie Howard’s (Sydney Sweeney) school outfit on the third episode of season 2. Tie your hair in a high ponytail, but leave a few pieces loose in the front. Then, secure a few elastics down your hair to create a “bubble” effect. Throw on a blue wrap-front top and carry a pink purse to complete the costume.

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Cassie Howard fromEuphoria

Sydney Sweeney as Cassie Howard on ‘Euphoria’.Eddy Chen/HBO Max

Sydney Sweeney HBO Euphoria Season 2

HBO’sEuphoriahas given viewers plenty of Halloween costume inspiration, but we are partial to Cassie Howard’s (Sydney Sweeney) school outfit on the third episode of season 2. Tie your hair in a high ponytail, but leave a few pieces loose in the front. Then, secure a few elastics down your hair to create a “bubble” effect. Throw on a blue wrap-front top and carry a pink purse to complete the costume.

27of 59Mia Thermopolis fromThe Princess DiariesFrom left: Heather Matarazzo as Lilly Moscovitz, Anne Hathaway as Mia Thermopolis and Mandy Moore as Lana Thomas in 2001’s ‘The Princess Diaries,'.Ron Batzdorff/Brownhouse Prod/Botnp Inc/Kobal/ShutterstockTo channel a pre-makeover Princess of Genovia (Anne Hathaway) from 2001’sThe Princess Diaries, go for a classic Grove High School uniform: a blue plaid skirt, blue blouse and black blazer jacket. As for the accessories, you’ll need black knee-high socks, flat shoes and a tie.

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Mia Thermopolis fromThe Princess Diaries

From left: Heather Matarazzo as Lilly Moscovitz, Anne Hathaway as Mia Thermopolis and Mandy Moore as Lana Thomas in 2001’s ‘The Princess Diaries,'.Ron Batzdorff/Brownhouse Prod/Botnp Inc/Kobal/Shutterstock

Heather Matarazzo, Anne Hathaway, Mandy Moore The Princess Diaries - 2001

To channel a pre-makeover Princess of Genovia (Anne Hathaway) from 2001’sThe Princess Diaries, go for a classic Grove High School uniform: a blue plaid skirt, blue blouse and black blazer jacket. As for the accessories, you’ll need black knee-high socks, flat shoes and a tie.

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Ted Lasso fromTed Lasso

Ted Lasso — Season 2 Official Trailer

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Margot Robbie’s Barbie fromBarbie

Margot Robbie (left) as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken in 2023’s ‘Barbie,'.SplashNews.com

Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling rollerskate through Venice Beach while filming ‘Barbie’ in Los Angeles, California

30of 59Maverick fromTop Gun: MaverickTom Cruise as Maverick in 2022’s ‘Top Gun: Maverick,'.Paramount PicturesTo pull off aTop Gun: Maverickcostume, pair a green boiler suit with combat boots, dog tags and aviator sunglasses à laTom Cruise’s Pete Mitchell from the movie franchise.

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Maverick fromTop Gun: Maverick

Tom Cruise as Maverick in 2022’s ‘Top Gun: Maverick,'.Paramount Pictures

Tom Cruise Top Gun: Maverick Paramount Pictures

To pull off aTop Gun: Maverickcostume, pair a green boiler suit with combat boots, dog tags and aviator sunglasses à laTom Cruise’s Pete Mitchell from the movie franchise.

31of 59Joe Exotic fromTiger KingJoe Exotic on ‘Tiger King’.NetflixTake it back to 2020 with aJoe Exotic(a.k.a.Tiger King) Halloween costume. All you need is a tiger-print shirt, a blonde wig, a mustache and clip-on earrings.

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Joe Exotic fromTiger King

Joe Exotic on ‘Tiger King’.Netflix

joe exotic

Take it back to 2020 with aJoe Exotic(a.k.a.Tiger King) Halloween costume. All you need is a tiger-print shirt, a blonde wig, a mustache and clip-on earrings.

32of 59Carole Baskin fromTiger KingCarole Baskin.Frank OckenfelsCalling all cool cats and kittens! If you’d like to dress as Baskin for Halloween, pair a tiger-print top with jeans, printed sneakers and a dramatic flower crown.

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Carole Baskin fromTiger King

Carole Baskin.Frank Ockenfels

carole baskin

Calling all cool cats and kittens! If you’d like to dress as Baskin for Halloween, pair a tiger-print top with jeans, printed sneakers and a dramatic flower crown.

33of 59Wanda Maximoff fromWandaVisionElizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff on ‘WandaVision’.Courtesy of Marvel StudiosUnleash your inner superhero with a Scarlet Witch costume. You’ll need a red leotard, cape, go-go boots andWanda Maximoff’s (Elizabeth Olsen) signature headpiece from the Disney+ series. Leave your hair natural, or rock a short red wig to complete the look.

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Wanda Maximoff fromWandaVision

Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff on ‘WandaVision’.Courtesy of Marvel Studios

Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff in Marvel Studios’ WANDAVISION

Unleash your inner superhero with a Scarlet Witch costume. You’ll need a red leotard, cape, go-go boots andWanda Maximoff’s (Elizabeth Olsen) signature headpiece from the Disney+ series. Leave your hair natural, or rock a short red wig to complete the look.

34of 59Lady Bird fromLady BirdSaoirse Ronan (left) as Lady Bird McPherson and Beanie Feldstein as Julie Steffans in 2017’s ‘Lady Bird,'.A24/courtesy Everett CollectionFor another easy Halloween get-up, consider dressing asSaoirse Ronan’s titular character inLady Bird. You’ll need a white polo top, a sweater vest and a short pleated skirt. The focal point of your costume should be a pink arm cast like Ronan wore in the 2017 coming-of-age film, which you can recreate with pink athletic tape.

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Lady Bird fromLady Bird

Saoirse Ronan (left) as Lady Bird McPherson and Beanie Feldstein as Julie Steffans in 2017’s ‘Lady Bird,'.A24/courtesy Everett Collection

Saoirse Ronan rollout

For another easy Halloween get-up, consider dressing asSaoirse Ronan’s titular character inLady Bird. You’ll need a white polo top, a sweater vest and a short pleated skirt. The focal point of your costume should be a pink arm cast like Ronan wore in the 2017 coming-of-age film, which you can recreate with pink athletic tape.

35of 59Joe fromYouPenn Badgley as Joe on ‘You’.LifetimeFor a costume that takes no more than 30 seconds to perfect, simply place a dark cap on your head, throw on a matching jacket and walk around with a longing look on your face. You’ll immediately mirror Joe (Penn Badgley) fromYou.

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Joe fromYou

Penn Badgley as Joe on ‘You’.Lifetime

YouPictured: Elizabeth Lail, Penn Badgley

For a costume that takes no more than 30 seconds to perfect, simply place a dark cap on your head, throw on a matching jacket and walk around with a longing look on your face. You’ll immediately mirror Joe (Penn Badgley) fromYou.

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A player fromSquid Game

O Yeong-su as Oh Il-nam, Lee Jung-jae (center) as Seong Gi-hun and Park Hae-soo as Cho Sang Woo on ‘Squid Game’.Noh Juhan/Netflix

Squid Game

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The doll fromSquid Game

Squid Game, Episode 1

It may look super sweet, but if you’ve seenSquid Gameon Netflix, you know differently. To achieve this look, layer an orange dress over a yellow blouse and complete the outfit with knee-high socks and flat black ballet pumps.

38of 59Danny Zuko fromGreaseOlivia Newton-John (left) as Sandy Olsson and John Travolta as Danny Zuko in 1978’s ‘Grease,'.Everett CollectionHave everyone asking, “Tell me more,” when you don a white T-shirt, a leather jacket and slicked-back hair likeGrease’s Danny Zuko (John Travolta) from the 1978 musical film.

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Danny Zuko fromGrease

Olivia Newton-John (left) as Sandy Olsson and John Travolta as Danny Zuko in 1978’s ‘Grease,'.Everett Collection

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Have everyone asking, “Tell me more,” when you don a white T-shirt, a leather jacket and slicked-back hair likeGrease’s Danny Zuko (John Travolta) from the 1978 musical film.

39of 59Sandy Olsson fromGreaseOlivia Newton-John as Sandy Olsson in ‘Grease,'.CBS via GettyHonor the lateOlivia Newton-John’s Sandy Olsson at the start ofGreaseand wear a long yellow skirt and white blouse. Don’t forget to carry around a binder too.

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Sandy Olsson fromGrease

Olivia Newton-John as Sandy Olsson in ‘Grease,'.CBS via Getty

Grease Olivia Newton-John

Honor the lateOlivia Newton-John’s Sandy Olsson at the start ofGreaseand wear a long yellow skirt and white blouse. Don’t forget to carry around a binder too.

40of 59"Bad" Sandy fromGreaseOlivia Newton-John (left) as ‘Bad’ Sandy in ‘Grease,'.CBS via GettyAlternatively, dress up as Sandy at the end ofGrease.For this look, we suggest a black Bardot bodysuit, leather pants and a pair of red heels. Finish off the costume with a curly blonde wig and bold red lip.

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“Bad” Sandy fromGrease

Olivia Newton-John (left) as ‘Bad’ Sandy in ‘Grease,'.CBS via Getty

Olivia Newton-John as Sandy and John Travolta as Danny Zuko

Alternatively, dress up as Sandy at the end ofGrease.For this look, we suggest a black Bardot bodysuit, leather pants and a pair of red heels. Finish off the costume with a curly blonde wig and bold red lip.

41of 59Jack Skellington fromThe Nightmare Before ChristmasJack Skellington in ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas,’ 1993.Timothy Norris/GettyJack Skellington from 1993’sThe Nightmare Before Christmasis a classic spooky season get-up. To dress as theTim Burton-animated character, grab a pinstripe suit and bowtie. You can also purchase a skeleton mask or get creative with white and black face paint.

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Jack Skellington fromThe Nightmare Before Christmas

Jack Skellington in ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas,’ 1993.Timothy Norris/Getty

Jack Skellington puppet on stage during Disney’s Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Live To Film Concert Experience at Banc of California Stadium on October 29, 2021 in Los Angeles, California

Jack Skellington from 1993’sThe Nightmare Before Christmasis a classic spooky season get-up. To dress as theTim Burton-animated character, grab a pinstripe suit and bowtie. You can also purchase a skeleton mask or get creative with white and black face paint.

42of 59Elastigirl from theIncrediblesmovie franchiseElastigirl in 2018’s ‘The Incredibles 2,'.© Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures /Courtesy EverettTo transform into Elastigirl (likeKaty Perryrecreated for Disney night onAmerican Idolin 2023) from theIncrediblesfilm series, a red catsuit, black boots and black eye mask are all you need. Unlike most superhero costumes, this heroine’s look doesn’t require a cape!

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Elastigirl from theIncrediblesmovie franchise

Elastigirl in 2018’s ‘The Incredibles 2,'.© Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures /Courtesy Everett

INCREDIBLES 2, Elastigirl (voice: Holly Hunter), 2018

To transform into Elastigirl (likeKaty Perryrecreated for Disney night onAmerican Idolin 2023) from theIncrediblesfilm series, a red catsuit, black boots and black eye mask are all you need. Unlike most superhero costumes, this heroine’s look doesn’t require a cape!

43of 59Winifred Sanderson fromHocus PocusBette Midler as Winifred Sanderson in 1993’s ‘Hocus Pocus,'.SNAP/REX/ShutterstockTo portray the witch and one-third of the Sanderson sisters, Winifred Sanderson (Bette Midler), from theHocus Pocusmovies, use items already available in your closet. All you need is a green dress, purple pantyhose and Winnie’s staple red lip.

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Winifred Sanderson fromHocus Pocus

Bette Midler as Winifred Sanderson in 1993’s ‘Hocus Pocus,'.SNAP/REX/Shutterstock

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To portray the witch and one-third of the Sanderson sisters, Winifred Sanderson (Bette Midler), from theHocus Pocusmovies, use items already available in your closet. All you need is a green dress, purple pantyhose and Winnie’s staple red lip.

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Drea fromDo Revenge

Camila Mendes (left) as Drea and Maya Hawke as Eleanor in 2022’s ‘Do Revenge,'.Kim Simms/Netflix

Camila Mendes as Drea and Maya Hawke as Eleanor in Do Revenge.

45of 59Daenerys fromGame of ThronesEmilia Clarke as Daenerys on ‘Game of Thrones’.HBOLook no further thanEmilia Clarke’s Daenerys fromGame of Thronesfor another easy Halloween costume idea. Recreate her season 1 look with a gray chiffon dress and long blonde wig.

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Daenerys fromGame of Thrones

Emilia Clarke as Daenerys on ‘Game of Thrones’.HBO

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Look no further thanEmilia Clarke’s Daenerys fromGame of Thronesfor another easy Halloween costume idea. Recreate her season 1 look with a gray chiffon dress and long blonde wig.

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Dorothy fromThe Wizard of Oz

Billie Burke (left) as Glinda the Good Witch of the North and Judy Garland as Dorothy in 1939’s ‘The Wizard of Oz,'.Everett

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47of 59Holly Golightly fromBreakfast at Tiffany’sAudrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in 1961’s ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s,'.Paramount/Kobal/REX/ShutterstockTo channelAudrey Hepburn’s Holly Golightly in the 1961 rom-comBreakfast at Tiffany’s, opt for a long black gown, black satin gloves, pearl necklace and sleek updo.

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Holly Golightly fromBreakfast at Tiffany’s

Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in 1961’s ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s,'.Paramount/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock

BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S, Audrey Hepburn, 1961

To channelAudrey Hepburn’s Holly Golightly in the 1961 rom-comBreakfast at Tiffany’s, opt for a long black gown, black satin gloves, pearl necklace and sleek updo.

48of 59Elle Woods fromLegally BlondeReese Witherspoon as Elle Woods in 2001’s ‘Legally Blonde,'.Tracy Bennett/MGM/Kobal/REX/ShutterstockFor fans of theLegally Blondemovie series, anElle Woods(Reese Witherspoon) costume is a must. No matter what you wear, go pink from head to toe and rock a stylish 2000s blowout.What, like it’s hard?

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Elle Woods fromLegally Blonde

Reese Witherspoon as Elle Woods in 2001’s ‘Legally Blonde,'.Tracy Bennett/MGM/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock

Legally Blonde - 2001

For fans of theLegally Blondemovie series, anElle Woods(Reese Witherspoon) costume is a must. No matter what you wear, go pink from head to toe and rock a stylish 2000s blowout.What, like it’s hard?

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Tobey Maguire, Leonardo Di Caprio as Jay Gatsby, 2013

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THE GREAT GATSBY, Carey Mulligan, 2013

51of 59Donna Sheridan fromMamma Mia!From left: Christine Baranski as Tanya Chesham-Leigh, Meryl Streep as Donna Sheridan and Julie Walters as Rosie Mulligan in 2008’s ‘Mamma Mia!,'.AlamyA true icon, unleash your inner Donna Sheridan (Meryl Streep) from 2008’sMamma Mia!and wear a white blouse, black overalls and neutral-hued canvas shoes. Accessorize with gold rings and wear your hair in loose waves.

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Donna Sheridan fromMamma Mia!

From left: Christine Baranski as Tanya Chesham-Leigh, Meryl Streep as Donna Sheridan and Julie Walters as Rosie Mulligan in 2008’s ‘Mamma Mia!,'.Alamy

MAMMA MIA!, 2008

A true icon, unleash your inner Donna Sheridan (Meryl Streep) from 2008’sMamma Mia!and wear a white blouse, black overalls and neutral-hued canvas shoes. Accessorize with gold rings and wear your hair in loose waves.

52of 59Blair Waldorf fromGossip GirlLeighton Meester as Blair Waldorf on ‘Gossip Girl’.James Devaney/WireImageTo createBlair Waldorf’s (Leighton Meester) school uniform fromGossip Girl, you’ll need a black pleated skirt, a white blouse and a black necktie. Don’t forget to throw on your best headband too!

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Blair Waldorf fromGossip Girl

Leighton Meester as Blair Waldorf on ‘Gossip Girl’.James Devaney/WireImage

Leighton Meester on location for “Gossip Girl” on November 26, 2007 in New York City, New York.

To createBlair Waldorf’s (Leighton Meester) school uniform fromGossip Girl, you’ll need a black pleated skirt, a white blouse and a black necktie. Don’t forget to throw on your best headband too!

53of 59Jughead Jones fromRiverdaleLili Reinhart as Betty Cooper and Cole Sprouse as Jughead Jones on ‘Riverdale’.Dean Buscher/The CWTransforming into Jughead Jones (Cole Sprouse) is an ideal last-minute and cost-effective costume for allRiverdalefans. Grab your favorite jeans, T-shirt and jacket, and pop on a beanie hat.

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Jughead Jones fromRiverdale

Lili Reinhart as Betty Cooper and Cole Sprouse as Jughead Jones on ‘Riverdale’.Dean Buscher/The CW

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Transforming into Jughead Jones (Cole Sprouse) is an ideal last-minute and cost-effective costume for allRiverdalefans. Grab your favorite jeans, T-shirt and jacket, and pop on a beanie hat.

54of 59Minion from theDespicable Memovie franchiseMinions in 2017’s ‘Despicable Me 3,'.Courtesy of Universal StudiosTo DIY a Minion costume, you’ll need blue denim and a yellow T-shirt. For your face, get creative and use face paint or accessorize with a yellow beanie hat and round glasses.

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Minion from theDespicable Memovie franchise

Minions in 2017’s ‘Despicable Me 3,'.Courtesy of Universal Studios

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To DIY a Minion costume, you’ll need blue denim and a yellow T-shirt. For your face, get creative and use face paint or accessorize with a yellow beanie hat and round glasses.

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Elsa from theFrozenmovie franchise

Elsa in 2013’s ‘Frozen,'.Walt Disney Pictures/courtesy Everett

FROZEN, Elsa (voice: Idina Menzel), 2013

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The Grady Twins fromThe Shining

Lisa Burns and Louise Burns as the Grady twins in 1980’s ‘The Shining,'.Warner Bros/Hawk Films/Kobal/Shutterstock

The twin girls in their blue dresses in a film still from The Shining.

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Lizzie McGuire fromThe Lizzie McGuire Movie

Hilary Duff as Lizzie McGuire in 2003’s ‘The Lizzie McGuire Movie,'.Walt Disney/courtesy Everett Collection

THE LIZZIE MCGUIRE MOVIE, Hilary Duff, 2003

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Janine fromAbbott Elementary

Quinta Brunson as Janine Teagues on ‘Abbott Elementary’.Pamela Littky/ABC via Getty

Abbott Elementary stars Quinta Brunson as Janine.

Pamela Littky/ABC via Getty

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Elphaba fromWicked

Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba in 2024’s ‘Wicked,'.Universal Pictures

Cynthia Erivo is Elphaba in WICKED, directed by Jon M. Chu

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