10 Sitcom Halloween Episodes That Are Perfect From Start to Finish

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Sitcoms are famous for making us laugh, but many also create special episodes for holidays. For example, Friends had beloved Thanksgiving episodes, and American Dad built a running joke around Santa Claus in their Christmas shows. Halloween is another popular time for sitcoms to air special episodes, ranging from genuinely scary to lighthearted and spooky. The most memorable Halloween episodes often stand out with original storylines, surprising twists, and even a few good frights.

Sitcoms like The Simpsons and Modern Family often celebrate Halloween with special episodes featuring characters in costume and sometimes even nods to other shows. For some, like Brooklyn Nine-Nine with its annual Halloween heist episodes, it’s become a yearly tradition. Whether it’s the festive decorations, funny costumes, or a touch of horror, certain Halloween episodes truly stand out from the rest.

The Office’s “Halloween” Is Scary for Dunder Mifflin Employees

Many consider The Office to be one of the greatest sitcoms ever, though the show’s first few episodes weren’t always its strongest. However, the episode “Halloween” from Season 2 is notable for being one of the first to show a more sensitive and emotional side to Michael Scott, all while still being a really entertaining, seasonally-themed story. Though inspired by Halloween, the employees of Dunder Mifflin are facing a different kind of fright.

In the “Halloween” episode of the show, Michael Scott has to lay someone off. The storyline about downsizing was important at the beginning of the series, and this episode brings that to a head as Michael struggles to decide who to fire. A particularly memorable scene is when Dwight, dressed as Darth Vader, gives Michael advice, making this Halloween episode especially funny and unique.

Sabrina the Teenage Witch’s “Good Will Haunting” Features a Creepy Doll

Sabrina the Teenage Witch tells the story of a teenage witch named Sabrina who lives with her two witch aunts, Hilda and Zelda. Halloween is a particularly special and beloved holiday for the family, and in the episode “Good Will Haunting,” Hilda and Zelda go to their Aunt Beulah’s yearly Halloween party. Sabrina, meanwhile, plans a double date at home with Harvey, Valerie, and Justin, but both gatherings end up taking an unexpected and spooky turn.

Sabrina faces a spooky problem when she declines an invitation to Aunt Beulah’s party – Beulah sends a creepy, possibly possessed doll that tries to ruin Sabrina’s evening. Meanwhile, Hilda and Zelda are confronted with the consequences of skipping Beulah’s parties for years, as Beulah and her friends attempt to trap them in an asylum. While Sabrina the Teenage Witch often features Halloween episodes, Season 3’s “Good Will Haunting” stands out as the best – it’s just as enjoyable as other episodes, but with a genuinely spooky edge.

Abbott Elementary’s “Candy Zombies” Is Filled With Hilarious References

Abbott Elementary is a standout sitcom, and the Season 2 episode “Candy Zombies” really showcases its humor. The Halloween episode is full of amazing costumes worn by both students and teachers. There are tons of Marvel references throughout, like Melissa dressed as Scarlet Witch, Ava as Storm, and even a student dressed as baby Thanos. It’s a perfect example of what makes Abbott Elementary so funny.

The funniest costume is likely the student dressed as Mr. Johnson, the school custodian, who jokingly threatens to sue for using his image without permission. This Halloween episode also features spooky elements, with a thunderstorm and a story from Mr. Johnson about a ghostly janitor. Many fans consider “Candy Zombies” to be a standout episode, and one of the best Halloween specials in sitcom history.

Modern Family’s “Halloween” Established Claire’s Love for the Holiday

“Modern Family” is a classic, and while many fans love characters like Cam, Mitch, or Phil, the episode “Halloween” really lets Claire Dunphy take center stage. It’s the episode that first shows just how much Claire loves Halloween – sometimes a little too much for her family! In this Season 2 installment, Claire tries to create the perfect haunted house, but everything keeps going wrong, setting up a funny, recurring joke throughout the series.

This episode of Modern Family is really funny, with both Claire and Mitch having standout moments. While Claire’s haunted house planning is fun to watch, Mitch’s storyline is particularly hilarious. He mistakenly wears a Spider-Man costume to work, thinking everyone else will be dressed up, and then awkwardly tries to cover it up with his suit. Both Pritchett siblings deliver some truly funny scenes, making this a great episode.

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’s “Who Got Dee Pregnant” Features a Hilarious Mystery

Though It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia hasn’t done many Halloween episodes, both are incredibly funny. The Season 6 episode, “Who Got Dee Pregnant,” is particularly memorable. It cleverly incorporates actress Kaitlin Olson’s real-life pregnancy into the storyline. The episode centers around Dee announcing she’s pregnant, and when the guys don’t react with much concern, she reveals that one of them is the father, claiming it happened at their Halloween party, before dramatically leaving.

The Gang was incredibly drunk at the party, and trying to remember what happened – or, as they put it, “putting their browns together” – leads to a very confused and tangled story. Everyone remembers the night differently, and it’s funny to watch them try to piece things together, especially as their memories start to depict Dee as a bird, eventually transforming her into one – a running joke. Ultimately, they never figure out who fathered Dee’s child because she reveals none of them are the father, which surprisingly ends their investigation. It’s a fittingly absurd conclusion to a hilarious Halloween episode.

Bob’s Burgers’ “The Hauntening” Has a Scary Haunted House

Every season of Bob’s Burgers features memorable Halloween episodes, but the Season 6 installment, “The Hauntening,” is widely considered the best. Bob and Linda promise Teddy and the kids a spooky haunted house, but Louise isn’t thrilled – she’s never easily frightened. However, as they arrive, Louise’s skepticism proves justified, as the Belchers’ haunted house turns out to be surprisingly un-scary.

The episode takes a frightening turn when a mysterious and scary noise interrupts the Belchers’ plans, genuinely startling even Bob and Linda. The situation quickly escalates as they realize they’re trapped – the car has a flat tire, and there’s no power or cell service. “The Hauntening” masterfully blends spooky moments with the show’s usual humor, creating a truly frightening and hilarious episode that even manages to scare Louise, making it one of the best installments yet.

Parks and Recreation’s “Greg Pikitis” Includes a Clever Twist

Most fans consider Season 3 to be a high point for the show, especially after Adam Scott and Rob Lowe became part of the cast. However, Season 2 also has some great episodes, and the Halloween installment, “Greg Pikitis,” is a standout for its humor. In this episode, Leslie becomes convinced that a teenage boy named Greg Pikitis is responsible for yearly Halloween vandalism, but she’s never able to catch him in the act.

This year, Leslie tries to catch Greg Pikitis, spending the whole night on stakeout before giving up. When she goes to the Parks Department office to get her costume for Ann’s Halloween party, she discovers it’s been vandalized with toilet paper. Leslie suspects Greg, but she can’t prove it, and she’s puzzled because she was watching him the entire time. The episode’s surprising reveal is both funny and clever, and it’s brilliantly done because the clues were there all along, making it a fantastic Halloween story.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s “HalloVeen” Made Fans Emotional

Many fans consider certain episodes to be the best, and they’re all funny and enjoyable. However, the Season 5 episode “HalloVeen” is widely considered the standout. It initially appears to be a typical Halloween competition, with Jake and Amy particularly focused on winning a champion’s cummerbund.

The team really stepped up their game for this heist, with everyone—including Captain Holt and Terry, who surprisingly didn’t try to win—doing their best. But the episode takes a heartwarming turn when Jake proposes to Amy, likely making many viewers emotional. “HalloVeen” is as funny and enjoyable as all of Brooklyn Nine-Nine‘s Halloween episodes, but Jake’s proposal elevates it to one of the best Halloween episodes in sitcom history.

The Simpsons’ “Treehouse of Horror V” Has the Best Horror Segments

Halloween wouldn’t be complete without a Simpsons Treehouse of Horror episode! Many fans consider Season 6’s “Treehouse of Horror V” to be the best, thanks to its hilarious and unforgettable horror segments. From a parody of “The Shining” to “Nightmare Cafeteria,” this episode is packed with funny, slightly scary, and truly memorable moments that have become iconic in the show’s history.

“Treehouse of Horror V” was the first Halloween special not to feature a single story connecting all of its segments. Instead, it used a recurring joke: Groundskeeper Willie getting stabbed in the back with an axe in each segment. While the episode includes a funny take on Stephen King’s The Shining, the “Nightmare Cafeteria” segment is particularly memorable for being both gruesome and hilarious, making this a classic Halloween episode.

Community’s “Epidemiology” Fully Embraced the Halloween Spirit

Community is known for its ambitious and funny episodes that playfully imitate famous movies and types of stories, and the episode “Epidemiology” really showcases this. It begins like a typical Halloween party episode, with the study group at a party in Greendale’s library. However, things quickly become chaotic when everyone starts acting like zombies! It turns out the party snacks Dean Pelton provided had an unexpected effect, turning the students into zombie-like versions of themselves, and they all have to try and make it until help can arrive.

The Community episode “Epidemiology” is a funny and loving tribute to zombie movies. It’s genuinely scary and features plenty of gore, rivaling some of the best horror films. The episode is packed with references to other movies and classic zombie tropes, all set to ABBA songs, making it a truly unique and hilarious experience. While many sitcoms do Halloween episodes, none combine horror and comedy quite like this one.

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2025-10-21 19:16