October is finally upon us, which means as horror fans we basically have free reign to buy whatever trinkets and tchotchkes we want while we gear up for the best holiday of the year, and if anyone tries to convince you otherwise, just tell 'em your good friend Amber T at FANGORIA dot com gave you permission. From spicy snacks to stunning scriptbooks, here's our pick for the best collectibles to splurge on this month.
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28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Official Vinyl OST - Made By Mutant
28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE - ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK (Credit: Mutant) This year's run of incredible horror movies started all the way back in January when Nia DaCosta's 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple set the bar incredibly high. While we're patiently waiting to find out just what the hell is happening with Part 3 of Danny Boyle's post-apocalyptic series, why not revisit The Bone Temple‘s killer score from Academy Award winner Hildur Guðnadóttir?
In partnership with Milan Records, Mutant has once again blown it out of the water with this 140g Torrent Effect vinyl (limited to 1500 units), complete with inner sleeve artwork of Jimmy Crystal and his Fingers.
Grab your 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple vinyl OST right here.
Alien Xenomorph Full-Size Glow Backpack - Loungefly
ALIEN Xenomorph Cosplay Glow Full-Size Backpack (Credit: Loungefly) Leave it to the folks at Loungefly to deliver the must-have trick'or'treat bag of the year with this Alien Xenomorph glow in the dark backpack.
The officially licensed full size bag even comes with the Xenos little interior mouth that can be extended to grab extra candy when you're doing the rounds this Halloween season.
Dracula Scriptbook - Hammer Films
DRACULA SCRIPTBOOK (Credit: Hammer) Hammer's resurrection of Terence Fisher's 1958 Dracula in brand-new 4K is an event to be celebrated, not least because it contains recovered footage that has never been seen in the UK or the US – until this Halloween season when the vampire classic heads to theaters, finally as intended.
As part of the celebrations of such a monumental release, Hammer is also publishing a beautiful slipcased hardback edition of Jimmy Sangster’s original shooting script, reproduced from the only known surviving copy — Christopher Lee’s personal script, complete with his handwritten notes from filming. The Dracula scriptbook contains unfilmed scenes, alternative dialogue and fascinating differences from the finished film.
Obsession Nikki Costume Set - NBC Universal
OBSESSION Nikki costume set (Credit: NBC Universal) While the taste levels of dressing like a woman under the supernatural control of the man who's obsessed with her might be up for debate, there's no denying that Obsession‘s Nikki is easily one of the most iconic horror characters of the year, and thus, is sure to crop up at many a Halloween party this scary season.
If you're gonna be at parties looking like Nikki (hopefully ones without Jenga), you may as well do it right – NBC Universal is selling the official costume set that includes poor Sarah's off-the-shoulder floral dress, stick on tattoos, a (thankfully) foam brick, and, of course, the One Wish Willow that started this nightmare in the first place.
Pre-order the Obsession Nikki Costume Set for release later this month right here, and should you need a bum boyfriend to tag along, you can also grab the official Bear Costume Set right here.
Carrie - The Folio Society
Stephen King's CARRIE (Credit: Folio Society) With Mike Flanagan's modern day-set series on the horizon, there's no better time to reacquaint yourself with Carrie and the tragic story of teen telekinesis in Stephen King's debut horror novel.
The Folio Society has given Carrie a stunning new release for the season that features haunting illustrations by David Lupton and striking cover art by Edward Kinsella.
Silent Hill: Townfall CRTV Signal Button Up - OKSGEAR
SILENT HILL: Townfall CRTV Signal Button Up (Credit: OKSGEAR) While we're all for extravagant merch that wears its subject loud and proud emblazoned on every patch of surface available, sometimes it's nice to wear something more subtle that could easily be worn for slightly more formal occasions.
OKSGEAR's new Silent Hill: Townfall button up is just the thing, featuring a stylish abstract pattern that's made up of the CRTV static that serves as both your lifeline and a harbinger of doom in Konami and Screen Burn Interactive's new terrifying survival horror game.
Resident Evil Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Vinyl - Milan Records
RESIDENT EVIL VINYL OST (Credit: Milan Records) Zach Cregger's bloody big box office hit Resident Evil delivered atmosphere by the umbrella-ful, thanks in huge part to its ominous, thumping soundtrack from Hays Holladay and Ryan Holladay.
The Resident Evil OST is of course getting a vinyl release from Milan Records, pressed on a color vinyl and housed in a printed sleeve including a 12″ x 12″ insert featuring exclusive artwork and notes from Cregger and the Holladays.
While the Resident Evil vinyl doesn't ship until next January, if the reaction to the movie is anything to go by, this one is gonna sell out pretty quick, so get your pre-orders in here.
Halloween Retro Tee - Cavity Colors
HALLOWEEN Retro Tee (Credit: Cavity Colors) Any good horror fan worth their salt has a Halloween tee to roll out the red carpet for as the holiday draws near, but if you don't have a garment celebrating John Carpenter's classic slasher, Cavity Colors has got you covered.
This officially licensed, retro style Halloween tee features the classic pumpkin art by Bob Gleason, and comes in Cavity Classic or Comfort Colors.
Pre-order your Halloween tee here for release later this month.
Hello Kitty and Friends Halloween Tree Ceramic Candle House - Sanrio
Hello Kitty and Friends Halloween Tree Ceramic Candle House (Credit: Sanrio) Ok, sure, this isn't horror related per se, but this thing is so stinkin' cute we're adding it to the list whether you like it or not. Connoisseurs of kawaii Sanrio have predictably knocked it out of the park with the new Halloween collection, and Lloromanic fans in particular won't be disappointed.
Here at FANGORIA we love all Sanrions equally, so our pick is this Hello Kitty and Friends ceramic candle house that shows the world's most famous little white cat and her buddies Kuromi, My Melody, and Cinnamaroll all hanging out together, making your room all cozy for creepy season.
Flavor of Fear Sweet Phantom Heat Puffs - Cheetos x Blumhouse
Yes, you read that right. Nothing says Halloween season like collaboration snacks you can shovel in while marathoning your favorite slasher series, after all. Cheetos has teamed up with genre giant Blumhouse for a limited edition holiday flavor that's described as cinnamon sugar mixed with Sichuan pepper. Sweet and spicy, and apparently quite more-ish.
Grab your creepy Cheetos from TikTok shop or at your local grocery store.
Amber T
Head News Writer, since 2022
Amber T is FANGORIA's Head News Writer, resident Brit, and Japanese horror expert. Her non-news writing can be found on physical media releases by ARROW, Second Sight Films, 88 Films, Umbrella Entertainment, Vinegar Syndrome, Radiance Films and ERROR 4444, as well as frequently in FANGORIA's glossy paper pages.
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