Top Gun, Stranger Things, The Boys
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From Top Gun: Maverick to the penultimate series of Stranger Things, blockbuster films and shows continue to capture the imagination — and spark some of the coolest Halloween costume ideas. While you can always fall back on the classics (like a vampire, devil, ghost or werewolf), there are many other options for pop culture fanatics who want to nod to the big or small screen, which is why we’re rounded up the best men’s Halloween costumes.
As the big day is less than two weeks away, there’s still time to pick up last-minute looks, so long as you shop wisely. Retailers including Walmart and Target (where costumes are on sale for 30 percent off for a limited time) offer convenient pick-up options for select online purchases (also known as BOPIS, or “buy online, pick up in store”), so we’ve rounded up some of the best men’s Halloween costume ideas that you can get in a pinch.
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Ahead, check out some of this year’s best Halloween costumes for men inspired by hit movies and TV series of 2022 as well as classic film and show characters, plus finds from Amazon that will arrive just in time for All Hallows’ Eve.
1. Lord of the Rings Gandalf Costume (30% off)
2. Top Gun Flight Suit
Top Gun: Maverick reignited interest in the ’80s classic. This Top Gun costume is one of the best Halloween costumes for men who are obsessed with the classic ’80s film and this year’s sequel. If you can grow a fine mustache, it might look even better (or you could just order a fake one from Amazon.) Don’t forget to pair it with aviator glasses or a bomber jacket for the full effect.
Top Gun Flight Suit Costume$107.79on Amazon.com
Buy now3. Scream Bleeding Ghost Face Costume
Scream Bleeding Ghost Face Costume$15
Buy now4. Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Edition Tin Man Costume (32% off)
Wizard of Oz 75th Anniversary Edition Tin Man Costume$39.77on Amazon.com
Buy now5. Marvel: Avengers 4 Deluxe Captain America Costume
Marvel: Avengers 4 Deluxe Captain America Costume$84.76on Amazon.com
Buy now6. Reno 911 Deluxe Lt. Dangle Costume
Reno 911 Deluxe Lt. Dangle Costume$46.45on Amazon.com
Buy now7. Adult Harry Potter Hogwarts Halloween Costume Robe
Adult Harry Potter Hogwarts Robe (reg. $25)$18
Buy now8. Adult Inflatable T-Rex Dinosaur Costume (34% off)
It admittedly might not be the most subtle thing, but if you don’t fancy putting together a whole outfit, why throw on this inflatable T-rex Halloween costume for an easy Jurassic World-inspired look?
Adult Inflatable Dinosaur Costume$52.36on Amazon.com
Buy now9. Rubie’s Universal Monsters Frankenstein Costume (7% off)
Universal Monsters Frankenstein Costume$45.20on Amazon.com
Buy now10. Party City Minions: The Rise of Gru Minion Halloween Costume
Minions: Rise of Gru Costumeon Amazon.com
Buy now11. The Suicide Squad Peacemaker Costume
The Suicide Squad Peacemaker Costume$45
Buy now12. The Boys Homelander Jumpsuit
Even if you haven’t seen the Emmy-nominated show, you’ve seen the meme. Homelander is the strongest superhero in The Boys‘ universe. But that egotistical smile that’s gone viral is also very much part of his character. Whether or not you share those qualities, this Homelander jumpsuit costume is certainly a fun Halloween fit.
The Boys Homelander Costume$70
Buy now13. House of the Dragon Daemon Targaryen Overcoat Costume
Arguably one of the biggest shows of the year, House of the Dragon will also likely be among the top Halloween looks this season. You’ll pull it off with this Daemon Targaryen costume, so long as you add a white-blonde wig (you may need to style it yourself to get his ‘do).
Daemon Targaryen Overcoat Costume$57.99on Amazon.com
Buy now14. Michael Myers Adult Halloween Costume
Another installment of the classic slasher franchise is due out just in time for the spooky season. Whether you watch or not, this Michael Myers Halloween costume (from the Rob Zombie-directed 2007 film) is a timeless — and instantly recognizable one.
Halloween Michael Myers Mens Costume$36.51on Amazon.com
Buy now15. Squid Game Guard Costume
It’s all a bit quiet as to when the new season will be released — rumors are sometime in 2023 or 2024 — but you can still dip back into the Emmy-winning Netflix series. Regardless, this officially licensed Squid Game red guard costume works as a haunting look, quite literally.
Squid Game Red Guard Costume$37.01on Amazon.com
Buy now16. The Batman Halloween Costume
The most recent The Batman film starring Robert Pattinson And Zoë Kravitz was notably darker than some of its predecessors. This easy Batman costume is accordingly mysterious — but to really sell it, walk around your party or neighborhood with a tight jaw at all times.
Party City Batman Costumeon Amazon.com
Buy now17. Stranger Things Demogorgon Mask
Stranger Things feels kind of like TV for grown-up kids, the sort of thing you can binge with the whole gang — while your younger ones might be a little terrified. This latex Demogorgon mask from Rubie’s pays homage to the hit horror show’s otherwordly monster. If you’re looking for something a bit less terrifying, you can always throw on an official Surfer Boys Pizza tee and call it a day.
Stranger Things Adult Deluxe Demogorgon Maskon Amazon.com
Buy now18. Obi-Wan Kenobi Costume
Star Wars has kept the content coming for superfans. First there was The Mandalorian, then The Book of Boba Fett. And finally, Obi-Wan Kenobi, gives an in-depth look into one of the franchise’s fan favorites — making this classic Star Wars Jedi costume more popular than ever. Add a blue lightsaber for the complete look.
Halloween Tunic Costume Set Cosplay Outfit for Jedi Brown with White Hooded Robe (X-Large, White)$69.99on Amazon.com
Buy now19. The Rings of Power Elrond Cosplay Costume
Lord of the Rings fans have made the new Rings of Power prequel series a bonafide streaming blockbuster. A pair of fake Elven earsand this Leaves of Lorien brooch complete the look.
Rings of Power Elron Halloween Costume$99
Buy now20. Adult Rick and Morty Rick Costume
Rick & Morty is back on Adult Swim for its sixth season, and with it, one of the most fun costumes this Halloween. This official Rick & Morty costume comes with a mask and two-in-one lab coat and T-shirt, so all you need to do is add some brown pants and black shoes. Decorate your lab coat with some fake blood or weird goo, and you have a mad (animated) scientist’s look.
Palamon Adult Rick and Morty Rick Costume Medium$34.99on Amazon.com
Buy now21. Rubie’s Beetlejuice Costume
Beetlejuice Adult Costume$30.55on Amazon.com
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