Trick or Stream this Halloween

Trick or Stream this Halloween

This Halloween, experience theatre that will give you chills...

Looking for what to watch on Halloween? Make your spooky season unforgettable with our hand-picked selection of theatre shows that bring suspense, terror, and mystery straight to your screen. Enjoy the thrill of live theatre from the comfort of your home, with productions designed to immerse you in the eerie atmosphere of Halloween and keep you on the edge of your seat.

From psychological thrillers to haunting tales, these scary theatre shows offer a fresh alternative to the usual Halloween movies. Whether you're after spine-tingling drama or something with a touch of humour, our spooky plays provide something for everyone.

Start with the iconic Frankenstein, where Jonny Lee Miller or Benedict Cumberbatch portrays the Creature in Danny Boyle’s electrifying adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic. This production explores the darker side of human nature, making it a perfect fit for Halloween with its chilling and emotional depth.

For something a little lighter, step into the twisted fairy-tale world of Hex, a darkly comedic retelling of Sleeping Beauty. Featuring quirky characters, magical moments, and eerie undertones, Hex delivers a playful yet spooky vibe, making it a great choice for those who enjoy a blend of humour and chills.

If you’re tired of the usual Halloween movie routine, Trick or Stream this Halloween with National Theatre at Home and unlock access to these Halloween theatre shows, perfect for a thrilling night in. Whether you’re watching solo or with friends, these plays will bring the Halloween spirit to life.

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  • The Crucible
    Movie + 15 extras

    The Crucible

    Movie + 15 extras

    Watch The Crucible play online with National Theatre at Home.

    Speak of the devil and he appears.

    A witch hunt is beginning in Salem.

    Raised to be seen and not heard, a group of young women suddenly find their words have a terrible power.

    As a climate of fear spreads through the community, pr...

  • Macbeth
    Movie + 11 extras

    Macbeth

    Movie + 11 extras

    Watch Shakespeare's play Macbeth online with a subscription from National Theatre at Home.

    Macbeth is coming.

    A couple corrupted by their relentless lust for power have blood on their hands. Witness the gripping tale of greed, murder, deception, and superstition. Once you cross the line, you...

  • Frankenstein (with Benedict Cumberbatch as the creature)

    Movie + 11 extras

    Watch Frankenstein, a play by National Theatre with Benedict Cumberbatch as the creature and Jonny Lee Miller as Frankenstein.

    Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty...

  • London Tide
    Movie + 13 extras

    London Tide

    Movie + 13 extras

    Stream London Tide, a play from National Theatre with National Theatre at Home.

    A storm rages and, in the darkest part of the night, a body is pulled from the swirling river. Across the city, two young women confront an uncertain future.

    Based on Charles Dickens' Our Mutual Friend, this roma...

  • Frankenstein (with Jonny Lee Miller as the creature)

    Movie + 10 extras

    Watch Frankenstein, a play by National Theatre with Jonny Lee Miller as the creature and Benedict Cumberbatch as Frankenstein.

    Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelt...

  • Hex
    Movie + 11 extras

    Hex

    Movie + 11 extras

    Stream Hex the musical online with National Theatre at Home.

    A big-hearted and colourful musical, that vividly retells the ‘Sleeping Beauty’ fairy tale.

    Deep in the wood, a lonely fairy longs for someone to bless. When she is summoned to the palace to help the princess sleep, her dream turns ...