Halloween 2024 special: Stream these riveting folk tales of mystery and horror on OTT

The fun and spooky season of Halloween is around the corner as it falls on October 31. From creative costumes to the deadly makeup and special themed parties, the festival is being celebrated across the world. If you also enjoy Halloween and cherish the haunting spirits, here are some of the top movies and series to watch online. Delve into these riveting folklores with dark mythical creatures by streaming these folk horror gems from across the entertainment world on various OTT platforms. These are also available on OTTplay Premium, offering you a thrilling glimpse into the ‘trick and treat’ fest!

Best folk tales of mystery & horror to stream on Halloween

The Wailing (Hindi) – JioCinema

This South Korean mystery thriller film is set against the backdrop of a small town that is plagued with a deadly epidemic after the arrival of a stranger. Things take a turn when a police officer gets entangled in the folk mystery after his daughter becomes sick and unravels a sinister discovery. It stars Kwak Do-won, Hwang Jung-min and Chun Woo-hee in the lead.

Bramayugam – SonyLIV

Rahul Sadasivan’s Malayalam period horror film features Mammootty, Arjun Ashokan and Sidharth Bharathan in the main roles. The plot revolves around a folk singer whose life takes a dark turn when he steps into an old mansion, discovering ancient tales and legends that change his fate.

Lapachhapi – ZEE5

This fascinating Marathi horror film is set in a remote village and revolves around some heavy themes of superstition blended with folktale drama. The story follows a couple who reach a mysterious village while running away from debtors but instead are haunted by sinister spirits. It stars Pooja Sawant, Usha Naik and Vikram Gaikwad in the lead roles.

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The Outsider – JioCinema

A gripping psychological thriller-horror series that is headlined by a star-studded ensemble cast including Ben Mendelsohn, Cynthia Erivo, Bill Camp, Paddy Considine, Julianne Nicholson, and Jason Bateman. The plot follows a baseball coach who is accused of murder and is investigated by a recovering alcoholic detective. With a supernatural twist and multiple turns, the miniseries serves as a spooky watch to keep you intrigued for a Halloween binge-watch night.

True Detective Season 4 – JioCinema

The fourth installment of HBO’s crime thriller franchise features Jodie Foster and Kali Reis as the baddie detectives. Set in the chilly Alaska, this six-episodic series, with supernatural elements, revolves around the detective duo as they investigate some brutal and mysterious murders.

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