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  • Hey, nerds.

  • Oh, you all turned around. Wow.

  • Welcome to Ms Mojo.

  • For this list, we'll be looking at the spookiest cartoon certain to get you into the Halloween spirit.

  • Beware of some minor spoilers ahead.

  • Number 10, the Halloween Tree.

  • As purple clouds part to reveal a pumpkin in the sky, the Halloween Tree reassures its viewers that they're in for a traditionally terrifying Halloween treat.

  • But there's a bit more to this cartoon classic that means the eye.

  • Every mouth smiled hideously in some new way.

  • 1000 grimaces and twice times 1000 glares of fresh color eyes.

  • Each blink held the remnant holiday spirit of years gone by.

  • Written and narrated by Ray Bradbury, the Halloween Tree is decidedly darker than the average kids film, dealing frankly with the reality of mortality.

  • The story begins with four kids getting ready for Halloween only to find that their friend is being loaded into an ambulance.

  • Appendicitis. - You can die from that, right?

  • PS. Go ahead without me. I'll catch up. Ready. Set. Go?

  • Following him to the hospital, they come across a spirit who leads them on a journey through Halloween history.

  • It's equal parts educational and entertaining with a writing style that never feels like it's talking down to its target audience.

  • Yes, I like it.

  • Number nine, Mad God.

  • If you'd prefer to watch something a bit scarier during spooky season, look no further than Mad God.

  • The 2021 film is one of many examples that prove not all cartoons are for children.

  • With some shockingly stomach churning stop motion animation, Mad God presents a post apocalyptic story of monstrous cruelty.

  • You may not immediately understand every aspect of its complex steampunk world, but that's okay.

  • Even if you're not big on being scared, Mad God may be worth the watch for its artistry alone.

  • After all, the film was the 30 year passion project of Phil Tippett, a creature designer and animator whose credits include blockbusters like Jurassic Park, Robocop and the original Star Wars trilogy.

  • Number eight, Monster House.

  • Typically, haunted houses are scary for what's inside them, but the house in Monster House is plenty scary on its own.

  • The Halloween set movie stars Steve Buscemi in a seemingly antagonistic role as the neighbor known for stealing anything that lands in his yard and scaring away well-meaning kids.

  • As the film's mystery unfolds, however, it becomes clear that the neighbor's unkindness is only an act meant to protect the town from the real threat, his vengeful place of residence.

  • Although Monster House's uncanny CGI animation may initially lead you to believe otherwise the film is a genuinely tense and well-paced animated horror with interesting characters, tongue-in-cheek humor and a surprisingly tragic twist.

  • We have a ping pong table in our basement.

  • Number seven, Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit

  • Not since 932 ad has a bunny been this threatening.

  • He's got huge sharp. He can leap about.... Look at the bones.

  • A unique twist on the werewolf film, Curse of The Were Rabbit is the second stop motion feature film from beloved British studio Artman animations.

  • The movie starts out with a bang with Wallace attempting to brainwash a group of rabbit thieves to protect the town's crops.

  • This is chaotic good on the alignment chart, right?

  • What's cured of their antisocial veg ravaging behavior?

  • The rabbits can be safely released without fear of reoffending.

  • Things quickly go awry when the inventor's machine backfires and causes his brain to merge with that of a rabbit's.

  • This movie won't have you at the edge of your seat.

  • But its charming animation style and good sense of humor make it the perfect low pressure watch for Halloween night.

  • Number six, Corpse Bride.

  • Before ParaNorman or even Coralline, Corpse Bride puts Laika on the map with a haunting musical romance.

  • Co-directed by Tim Burton, the film translates many of the directors Hallmark visual aesthetics into the world of stop motion animation with creature designs and lighting reminiscent of beetle juice.

  • The story is similarly well crafted, being a fresh take on an old trope, the love triangle.

  • The movie's protagonist Victor accidentally delivers the wedding vows meant for his betrothed to an undead bride, catapulting him and the viewer into a twisted journey to the land of the dead.

  • For the hopeless romantics of the world as in love with the macabre as they are love itself, there couldn't be a better choice to watch this fall.

  • Isn't the view beautiful? It takes my breath away.

  • Well, it would if I had any.

  • Number five, ParaNorman.

  • Horror movie, monsters aren't typically afforded much nuance.

  • In fact, most horror films will have their protagonists kill off the creatures without a second thought.

  • ParaNorman is different.

  • Nice today.

  • Like what you've done with your hair?

  • Does anyone smell burning?

  • Peace, man.

  • Tell them.

  • If you were a soldier. -Sir, yes, sir.

  • Focusing on a preteen boy named Norman who can communicate with the dead, this animated adventure film favors compassion over carnage.

  • We love when a villain is actually just a victim.

  • Do you have anything to say for yourself?

  • I was only playing. - With fire!

  • Quirky characters, studying settings and a whole history lesson gives this movie a kind of depth you wouldn't expect.

  • Then again, given the track record of like a stop motion features, we're not sure why we underestimated it.

  • We couldn't ask for a warmer redemption story.

  • Sleep tight.

  • Number four. Any Scooby-Doo movie.

  • No. -It's the Fisherman.

  • No, it's the Fairyman.

  • That's right. Take your pick, folks.

  • Whether it's fan favorites like Zombie Island and Witches Ghost or Halloween based adventures like Trick or Treat Scooby-Doo! and Scooby-Doo and the Goblin King.

  • Let's face it. Pretty much any Scooby-Doo movie is a good Scooby-Doo movie.

  • Plus there's no better day to solve a mystery with the gang than on the spookiest day of the year.

  • It's only the biggest event of the Greenwood school year.

  • Lots of goody shaggy.

  • If it's been a while since you've seen a film from this franchise, you may also be pleased to learn that a few of the modern ones include some pretty cool cameos.

  • Cassandra Peterson in particular has featured in a few as horror host Elvira.

  • You can spot her in Happy Halloween, Scooby-Doo! alongside Bill Nye, the science guy.

  • I'm like a nav computer, a science resource and a friend all wrapped up in one convenient package.

  • Being a hologram is highly entertaining.

  • Number three, Coralline.

  • Be careful what you wish for.

  • Simply put, this is the lesson of Coraline, but there's nothing simple about its unique execution.

  • I can't believe you did this.

  • Mother said you'd like it or she knows you like the back of her hand.

  • From its breathtakingly intricate stop motion sets to its creative character designs, you're sure to be instantly enraptured by the art direction.

  • And of course, it helps that the story is captivating as well.

  • You could stay here forever if you want to.

  • Really? - Sure. we'll sing and play games and mother will cook your favorite meals.

  • A horror infused coming of age tale, Coralline introduces us to a young girl who feels bored and neglected in her new Michigan home.

  • This all changes when she finds another world where everything is just a little bit better, or at least that's what meets the eye.

  • See, danger.- What do you see?

  • I see a very peculiar hand.

  • Number two, Batman: The Long Halloween.

  • The gates are open. We haven't seen a trick or treater in years.

  • We won't see one tonight, hardly worth the security risk. What do you say?

  • If you've ever wished there was a way to satiate your need for a Spooky Halloween flick while watching the superheroes you know and love, you're in luck.

  • Batman: The Long Halloween is the best of both worlds.

  • Comprised of two feature length films, this animated DC story features plenty of Gotham heavy hitters, including the Joker, Two-Face and Catwoman, all looking to make their mark on the city during this season.

  • Lindsey, hold all my calls.

  • Have to terminate someone.

  • It also sees Batman going back to his detective roots as he works to find the culprit of a series of holiday based murders.

  • Notably, it's supernaturals Jensen Ackles who provides the voice for the Cape Crusader and these specials alongside a brilliant posthumous performance by Naya Rivera as Selina Kyle.

  • Why are you running? - Fun. You could use a little fun.

  • Before we unveil our top pick here are a few honorable mentions.

  • The Adventures of Ichabod and MR. Toad.

  • Few Disney characters are as haunting as the headless horseman.

  • It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.

  • Even the great pumpkin can't save Charlie Brown from his bad luck streak.

  • I got five pieces of candy.

  • I got a chocolate bar.

  • I got a quarter.

  • I got a rock.

  • Toy Story of Terror!

  • As if Sid's toys weren't scary enough.

  • Where's Pricklepants?

  • He was standing right here just a moment ago.

  • What are we gonna do now?

  • He was the only one who knew what that was going on.

  • Hotel Transylvania.

  • Take a break from humanity at Hotel Transylvania.

  • We always look forward to coming every year.

  • We enjoy the safety so much.

  • Of course, that's why we build it.

  • The Adams Family.

  • A new twist on the classically creepy family.

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  • Number one, The Nightmare Before Christmas.

  • What's this? Another stop motion animation?

  • We wouldn't have it any other way.

  • I'm conducting a series of experiments. - How perfectly marvelous.

  • The hand crafted medium is perfect for unnatural movements and unique textures.

  • And this has never been utilized more brilliantly than in The Nightmare Before Christmas.

  • This is a movie that truly looks as good as it sounds with an impressively wide array of creepy characters and an unforgettable soundtrack.

  • Don't we love it now? Everyone's waiting for the next surprise.

  • This is Halloween is practically the theme song for the holiday at this point.

  • You can't argue with us about whether this is actually a Christmas movie or not.

  • But honestly, we think it's good enough to warrant a watch on both holidays.

  • Merry Christmas.

  • Will you be watching any of these animated classics this Halloween season?

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