The time of year has almost come for Pumpkin King Jack Skellington to give us a slight scare in “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Danny Elfman, Catherine O’Hara and Chris Sarandon lent their voices to the animated Tim Burton movie, which has remained a Halloween staple since its 1993 release. In 2023, Elfman and O’Hara stepped back into their roles as Jack and Sally, respectively, for a stage version of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” at The Hollywood Bowl that also featured Fred Armisen, Halsey and Ken Page.
It’s been debated whether “The Nightmare Before Christmas” should be classified as a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie, but the film’s creative team is firmly Team Halloween. In 2015, director Henry Selick called it a Halloween movie, and composer Danny Elfman told USA Today in 2019, “It’s obviously about Christmas, but for me, it’s a Halloween movie.”
“The Nightmare Before Christmas” can be streamed on Disney+, and whether you’re a longtime lover of the Oscar-nominated movie who needs to refresh their merch, or a new fan hoping to get into the Halloween spirit, check out this list of the best new toys, clothing, home decor and gifts.
Best Nightmare Before Christmas Toys
Live like Jack and Sally if you want to with these plushies, figurines and building sets. Funko has figurines of the sweet but spooky couple, and Lego released a new, 2,193-piece set that includes six minifigures of your favorite characters and allows you to build both Halloween Town and Christmas Town. Cuddle up with a cute and cozy Jack Skellington pillow from Squishmallows or Pillow Pets — and don’t forget about Fido. PetSmart has a Zero dog toy to help your pooch get ready to bark along to “This Is Halloween.”
Best Nightmare Before Christmas Clothing
Show your nighmareish pride with a comfortable T-shirt or crewneck sweatshirt, or incorporate Jack Skellington into your self-care routine with a spa headband. The Disney Store has the most unique “Nightmare Before Christmas” apparel, including a glow-in-the-dark denim jacket, a flannel shirt with the often overlooked Mayor on it and our favorite, “Nightmare Before Christmas” Crocs, which you can wear when “The Nightmare Before Christmas” returns to theaters on Oct. 11. And if you’re feeling formal, put on a Jack Skellington tie from Macy’s.
Best Nightmare Before Christmas Home Decor
Turn your house into Halloween Town with these pillows, ornaments and wall decor. Welcome trick-or-treaters with an inflatable Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie from Target on your lawn and a door mat featuring the Pumpkin King himself. Make it clear that every day is Halloween with a festive Jack Skellington sign and put a “Nightmare Before Christmas” Hallmark ornament on your tree to keep the eerie vibes going through the new year.
Best Nightmare Before Christmas Gifts
For the “Nightmare Before Christmas” fan in your life, grab one of these thoughtful yet supernatural gifts. A clear, coffin-shaped jewelry box with Jack Skellington on it lets you store your valuables while always being able to keep an eye on them. The “Nightmare Before Christmas” lover on the go needs a toiletry set featuring artwork of Jack, Sally and Zero. And for the haunted hostess with the mostess, bring a serving tray or Frog’s Breath Jar candle the next time they host a char-boo-terie night.
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