With Halloween fast approaching, Insider took a deep dive into the movies that make this time of year so much fun. 🎃From Disney Channel classics like "Hocus Pocus" to horror staples like "The Exorcist," here's a look behind the scenes of your favorite spooky flicks. 👻
Based on a (sometimes) true story
Horror films based on novels have produces some of pop culture's most iconic figures — like Pennywise. But, not all scary stories are entirely fictional.
Behind the Scenes facts
Did you know that Jack Nicholson improvised the now famous "Here's Johnny" line in "The Shining"?
an eye for detail
The creators of these creepy features included plenty of scares and some easter eggs, too.
Where are they now?
Some stars, like Chloë Grace Moretz, got their start in horror films.
How do the screams stack up?
Believe it or not, there's an art to perfecting a blood-curdling scream.
Following is a transcript of the video. Scott Sedita: What's interesting about Drew Barrymore's performance is that each of the screams seem to be a …
What to watch
Insider rounded up our favorite creepy flicks — from silly and spooky to chilling and terrifying.