This 90s' Horror Series Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger Is Your Halloween Must-See  

If you enjoy getting that spooky and heart-pounding feeling during Halloween, then you're probably gearing up for a scary movie night.

While you probably have your trusty list of favorite horror movies, you might want to consider replacing them with the classic series Tales from the Crypt. And if you need an extra reason to give it a shot, Arnold Schwarzenegger is in it.

What Is Tales from the Crypt?

For those who are either too young or somehow missed this gem, Tales from the Crypt is a wicked horror anthology series with each episode being a mini-horror movie with its unique eerie storyline and setting. The host of the show is the Crypt Keeper, a delightfully macabre, joke-cracking undead host.

What makes this show so appealing is its mix of horror and dark humor. Drawing inspiration from the 1950s EC Comics, the episodes have a nostalgic comic book aura. It graced the screens on HBO, running for seven seasons from 1989 to 1996.

Why It Deserves a Spot in Your Halloween Marathon

With so many horror movies and shows out there, why pick Tales from the Crypt? For starters, it radiates that awesome '90s vibe, and let’s admit it, there's an undeniable allure to that era. Plus, with episodes clocking in at around 30 minutes, they're the ideal quick scares for a Halloween binge.

And come on, who wouldn't want to see the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger in a setting so different from his usual action-packed roles?

Wait, Schwarzenegger in a Horror Show?

When you think of Arnold Schwarzenegger, you likely imagine him showing off his muscles, starring in action-packed scenes, and delivering those iconic one-liners. And that's actually why it's quite a surprise to see him in this series.

Not only did Arnie make a short but memorable appearance in the episodes titled The Switch (season 2, episode 2), he was actually behind the camera too. In the episode, Schwarzenegger takes the place of The CryptKeeper during the prologue.

The episode itself is pure gold — it revolves around an old millionaire who's crushing on a young woman. To win her heart, he decides to undergo a series of surgeries to make himself look younger. But things, as you can guess, don’t go as planned. Without giving too much away, let's just say the episode is a wild, twisted ride from start to finish.

Tales from the Crypt And Its Star-Studded Guest List

Having Arnie in the mix isn’t enough to pique your interest? Well, a ton of big-name stars that made appearances is actually one of the show’s biggest selling points.

Binging the series, you will spot some pretty familiar faces, like Brad Pitt, Benicio Del Toro, Iggy Pop, Joe Pesci, Demi Moore, Tom Hanks, Michael J. Fox, Steve Buscemi, Whoopi Goldberg, and many others.

Can You Stream Tales from the Crypt?

The not-so-great news is that none of the major streaming services have Tales from the Crypt. However, there's a silver lining: you can watch the series on YouTube in a pretty good quality. Just give it a search with the season and episode you're after.