100 Halloween Couples Costumes for You and Your Boo

Grace Lee
Oct 17, 2015

If you and your boo haven’t settled on Halloween a costume yet, it’s time to start thinking about what the two of you will be rocking. Don’t worry if you haven’t given it much thought yet:We’ve searched far and wide to bring you our favorite couples costume ideas — the classics, contemporaries and everything in between. From too-cute desserts to the living undead to SO many amazing pop culture costumes, here are 100 couples costume ideas that will help you and your boo stand out this All Hallows’ Eve.

1. Fro-Yo and Spoon: Let’s start this off with this adorable combo. Who doesn’t love some fro-yo? And you can’t have this frozen goodness without a spoon sidekick! (via Studio DIY)

2. Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé: Yeah! Our very own Kelly and Anj pretty much dominated this fierce look. Channel the same glamazon vibes from Nicki and Bey’s “Feeling Myself” MV. (via Brit + Co)

3. Roger and Anita: This couple has 101 problems and couple costumes aren’t one. Pair up with your hubby for everyone’s favorite pair of humans in 101 Dalmatians (Dogs come separately). (via Melissa Biggerstaff)

4. Ms. Frizzle and the Magic School Bus: Everyone will want to tag along with you and your SO with this costume. Why? Because there’s no adventure quite like the ones Ms. Frizzle goes on in her Magic School Bus. (via Stars and Sunshine)

5. Honeysuckle and Honey Bee: Bzzzz. This sweet couple costume is perfect for you and your honey. Not to mention, it’ll have everyone buzzin’ about how cute the two of you will look. (via @leela_cozette)

6. Instagram #Selfie: If you’re ready for a bunch of selfi-ers headed your way, whip these two costumes up for you and your partner. (via @tmnrrs)

7. Inside Out: There’s no joy like a good way to channel that anger… in costumes of course! Either go with these two characters or try our other Inside Out costumes. (via Brit + Co)

8. The Dress: Seeing double? Twin out in the most aggravating way possible this season with a DIY version of the dress. We’ll leave it up to you two to decide who’s blue and black or white and gold. (via Brit + Co)

9. Jurassic Park Couple: Here’s a dino joke you haven’t heard: What’s the scariest type of dinosaur? A Terror-dactyl. *Ba Dum Tss* (via @jessicaannblog)

10. Ice Cream Man and Ice Cream: You’ll want a scoop of your bae looking this sweet ;) And that blue hair is too perf. (via @chelseamew)

11. Jack and Jill After the Hill: If you’ve ever wondered what happened to Jack and Jill after falling down the hill, here’s the answer. Ouch. (via Pixshark)

12. Karl and Choupette: Everyone loves Karl. Everyone loves Choupette. The end. (via @smashleybell)

13. Daenerys and Khal: YAAAS. This is the only other Queen on this list that deserves a standing ovation. Plus, Khal doesn’t look too shabby either. (via @carlibel)

14. Kimye: If you’re looking to make a statement, why not try this power couple on for size? Stick to body hugging outfits for Kim and a polo and pants for Kanye. Don’t forget his stunner shades. (via @ericmbualungu)

15. Lotería: Otherwise known as the Mexican Bingo, Lotería is a Latin game of chance. Dressing as these characters cards is a sure win for best dressed. Just look at La Dama and El Músico! (via @amandamellina)

16. Simba and Nala: Can you feel the love tonight? Because everyone who gets a look at you two definitely will. Bring this Disney love story to life with some furry accessories and a tanned out wardrobe. (via Alvarado Road)

17. Liz Lemon and Kenneth: The nerdy and undoubtably hilarious 30 Rock duo Liz Lemon and Andromakennethamblesorten Ellen Parcell (AKA Kenneth the page) will have everyone in laughs. (via @emmalfuller)

18. Lord Baelish and Cersei Lannister: This malevolent force is probably not to be messed with. Unless of course, you’re dressing up as them. (via Mooshuu/Flickr Creative Commons)

19. Lumiere and Babette: Move over Beauty and Beast, these guys are this year’s cutest couple from the Disney classic. (via @jasonthejman)

20. Mario and Luigi: This dynamic duo has been a popular Halloween go-to since the ’80s. Green and red shirts, lettered caps, overalls and you both are good to go. (via @coryjk)

21. Emoji Couple: Here’s a clever excuse to hold hands all night. Dress up as the couple emoji with your SO or BFF. Or choose from any of our other emoji costumes. (via Brit + Co)

22. Marty McFly and Doc Brown: If our calculations are correct, these Back to the Future costumes are the coolest things ever. (via Friday We’re In Love)

23. Medusa and Statue: In this case, looks really can kill. But, Medusa proves it in the best way possible. (via @nicollette210)

24. Katy Perry and Russell Brand: Even though the comedic couple split, it doesn’t hurt to hope… or dress up as them. (via Costume Works)

25. Mimes: Put on a show for friends by communicating with your hands, juggling or pulling an invisible rope. If you love charades, why not try it for a whole night with these awesome outfits? (via Rock ‘n’ Roll Bride)

26. Minions: The best part of being minions for a night isn’t being called adorable. It’s that there’s an actual excuse to be the mischievous little munchkins you both really are. (via @idackarlsen)

27. Minnie and Mickey Mouse: Sigh. Mickey and Minnie. Disney’s original #RelationshipGoals. (via @neyconye)

28. Monopoly: This clever play on words is EVERYTHING. Monopoly the board game and McDonalds the monopoly. SO GOOD. (via pixgood)

29. Netflix and Chill: You might want to keep it PG for the party like this couple here. But, hey no judgement. (via @_gravois)

30. The Nightmare Before Christmas: When you put Tim Burton and a love story together, you end up with something completely unexpected. If Jack and Sally’s twisted love tale is just what you’ve been looking for, check out how to get the look here. (via Brit + Co)

31. Oreo: How clever is this costume? When you and your other half go in for a hug, you make an Oreo with you both as the creme filling. (via @323orange)

32. Peter Pan and Tiger Lily: We do believe in cute couple costumes. We do, we do! Peter and Tiger Lily here prove just that. (via @ourdailyvisions)

33. Popeye and Olive Oil: If you’re a fan of something a little ol’ fashioned, here’s a couple for you. Damsel-in-distress Olive and a spinach-fueled Popeye to save the day. (via @ritacykim)

34. House of Cards: There’s no couple as powerful and power-hungry as Francis and Claire Underwood in the Netflix series House of Cards. If you and your bae are out to dominate, there’s no team of two more perfect. (via Reddit)

35. Andie Walsh and Duckie: If your guilty pleasure consists of ’80s films and you can relate to that teen angst, Andie and Duckie from Pretty in Pink is *the* quirky couple for you. (via Kevin Mazur/Getty)

36. The Princess Bride: Into masked heroes and fairytale endings? As you wish. Westley and Buttercup it is. (via A Beautiful Mess)

37. The Walking Dead: Zombies and Rick and Carl, oh my. If the living dead is your thing, you gotta go the father-and-son-surviving-zombie-apocalyptic way. (via @rebecca_bee)

38. Burglar and Bag of Money: Your friends won’t want to take the two of you out of their sight. (via Julie Ann Art)

39. Robin and Poison Ivy: Hero meets villain and falls in love? Hey, it makes for a good story. Plus, they look so cute! (via @michelleeevu)

40. Pop Art: Play up your features with some fun face painting. Strike a pose and you and your partner will look like you’re straight out of a Roy Lichtenstein painting. (via Daniel/Flickr Creative Commons)

41. The Sims: Entertain friends with the idea of what would happen if Sims were real. Don’t forget to keep yourselves happy with lots of fun and food. (via @brandonpetrykowski)

42. Batman and Robin: Holy Halloween, Batman! This crime-fighting duo also apparently makes for an epic couples costume. (via @alyssa_malfettano)

43. Skeleton Lovers: These two prove that it’s what’s on the inside that counts. (via smilebooth)

44. Sesame Street: We might not be able to tell you how to get to Sesame Street, but we know what’s there. Big Bird and Cookie Monster in love! (via @laplantek)

45. The Sun and the Moon: Go above and beyond with these stellar costumes. You’ll be his moon and he’ll be your sun. (via @unthetheredmoon)

46. Star Lord and Gamora: If you’re a thrill-seeking adventurist, these Guardians of the Galaxy costumes are just the ones for you and your boo. Just make sure your Star Lord doesn’t get into too much trouble. (via @legoldensnitch)

47. Raisins and Peanuts: Here’s every trick-or-treaters’ worst nightmare brought to life! AHHHH. (via Costume Works)

48. Tetris: Not 100% sure how these girls got their hair to do that, but crazy props to them. Also, props to you and your Tetris partner if you two manage this hair madness. (via @thefedoralife)

49. Snow White and Prince Charming: Here’s a couples costume that’s more traditional and an easy Disney favorite: Snow White and her Prince Charming. If you want to make things a little more interesting, try pairing up with one of the dwarves. That’ll make for a very interesting story. (via @marieugene)

50. Top Gun: No one will want to mess with you two in your killer pilot outfits. Just keep an eye out for that ego. (via @jcampbell1515)

51. Tourists: This look is all about the ridiculous and over the top. Neck Scarves? Check. Socks and sandals? OH, YEAH. (via The Perpetual Page-Turner)

52. The Grand Budapest Hotel: Wes Anderson does it again with this uniquely charming love story. Click over to check out our DIY of this costume. Whatever you do, don’t forget Agatha’s signature birthmark. And if you’re looking for a more mature couple, why not try Gustave and Madame D? (via Brit + Co)

53. Ben Wyatt and Leslie Knope: Parks and Recreation‘s Ben Wyatt and Leslie Knope are a match made in heaven. Besides their initial dislike of each other, the two eventually came to be known as everyone’s favorite fictional couple. Really, who can deny how adorably awkward their relationship is? (via B Waterloo)

54. Blades of Glory: These arch-rivals-turned-BFFs take excellence to a whole new level. Once you and your partner got the in-it-to-win-it attitude down, you’ll both want to opt for the most flamboyant and outrageous skating leotards to complete this look. The flashier, the better! (via Gallery Hip)

55. Bob’s Burgers: Bob and Linda, everyone’s favorite burger-grilling couple, is just as easy to make costumes for. Throw on some aprons, a fake moustache for Bob and some red frames for Linda and ta-da! Both of you are good to start grillin’. (via Deviant Art)

56. Bonnie and Clyde: This rebellious pair of lovers became the face of Depression-era America. To channel their iconic looks, color-coordinate with your partner in crime sticking to 1930’s fashion. Think business suit and modest skirt. (via @jillbenjamin23)

57. Bullfighter and Bull: Olé! Your partner may be seeing red, but don’t worry, it’s a good thing. (via @peqchu)

58. Ron Burgundy and Baxter: Go as America’s favorite news reporter and his beloved canine companion. (via @beccabuckeye)

59. Woody and Bo Peep: Toy Story isn’t the same for Woody without Bo Peep. But, Halloween’s all about making dreams come true. Kinda. (via @itsnoellebrown)

60. Lepidopterist and Butterfly: That’s the official name of a butterfly catcher. Yup. Bonus point if you pronounce it right in front of your friends! (via Julie Ann Art)

61. Camp Counselors: Channel those childhood memories of summer camp for this duo. Tuck those tees into your pants, throw on sweatbands, grab some whistles and don’t forget to bring those preppy counselor attitudes with ya! (via Say Yes)

62. Team Captain America: Show off you and your partner’s patriotism with the good ol’ red, white and blue. (via @d.d.c.xox)

63. Captain Haddock and Tintin: Here’s another kind of Captain you can’t say no to. For the Capt., throw on a sweater with an anchor emblem and bring along a bottle of whiskey for the finishing touch. For Tintin, style your hair into a mohawk (if possible) and pair a white collared shirt with a bright blue sweater. (via @christineroscoe)

64. Waldo and Carmen Sandiego: If there was an award for most elusive couple, these two would win gold easy. (via Imageck)

65. Cat and Yarn: For all our cat lovers out there, try out this playful look with your cat-lovin’ bf or gf. (via @nicole_selindh)

67. Firefighter and Fire: WOW! You can say, it all started with a spark ;) (via @imajenation_)

68. Cat and Litter Box: Looking for a challenge? Here’s one for the fearless couple. (via @kittenesgomeow)

69. Milkshake and Waiter: Milkshakes do bring all the boys to the yard. (via Studio DIY)

70. Colonel Sanders and Chicken: That’s right. Colonel Sanders with a chicken. Say what? (via Classy Clutter)

71. Daria and Jane: The best friends who successfully taught us the meaning of teen angst. Grab your BFF for this fun team of two! (via Twitpic)

72. Cat in the Hat: A childhood favorite, The Cat in the Hat also makes for an awesome couples costume.(via @bellafacefx)

73. Egyptian Queen and Mummy: The Queen of the Nile will have nothing on you and your boo in this getup. (via @stylefromyelitza)

74. Dia de los Muertos: There’s something so beautiful and impressive about calaveras. Try out these calavera-inspired outfits and pair vibrantly painted faces with all-black outfits for that extra dramatic effect. (via Mooshuu/Flickr Creative Commons)

75. Deer Caught in the Headlights: Your S.O. isn’t the only one who’ll be caught in these headlights. Wowza. (via Costume Works)

76. Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion: Hmm. This might not be how the real story plays out, but it still makes for a cute couple costume. (via @gisele)

77. Effie Trinket and Seneca Crane: Let the Halloween Hunger Games begin! We’re sure the odds will be ever in your favor for this one. (via Costume Works)

78. Cat and Laser Pointer: YES. Cat + Laser pointer = Dream come true. (via Coolest Homemade Costumes)

79. Elsa and Hans: Any excuse to pretend we’re characters from Frozen is good enough. (via Greyloch/Flickr Creative Commons)

80. Eternal Lovers: Show off that one-of-a-kind, eternal love with this zombie-meets-skeleton look. More like, ’til death do(n’t) you part. (via @mattgalizia)

81. Farmer and Chicken: Not all farm stories are predictable. Take Charlotte’s Web! Here’s another example of a farmer who fell for his livestock. (via @meredith_cad)

82. Fries Before Guys: Love it! Bring the saying to life with a full-on fry costume and a boy to stand next to the left of you all night. (via Studio DIY)

83. Flo and Jake: Your friends might not ever have to worry about insurance ever again knowing Flo from Progressive and Jake from State Farm have their backs. (via @emma_cronin)

84. Hipster Finn and Princess Bubblegum: Bring one of Adventure Time’s cutest couples to life with this fun look. (via The Vision Beautiful)

85. The Fresh Prince and Carlton: Bust a move in bright ’90s thrift finds with Carlton’s signature dance. (via Imgur)

86. Forrest Gump and Jenny: Go for these star-crossed lovers and don’t forget the running shoes. (via Mary Costa Photography)

87. Arrested Development: If you’re a fan of Arrested Development, you’re probablyfamiliar with when George Michael crushes on his cousin Maeby. Well, now you can bring that awkward moment to life. What you and your partner will need are: khakis, pale yellow button-ups and Bluth’s Original Frozen Banana Stand aprons. (via Friday We’re in Love)

88. Farmer and Strawberry: Here’s a sweet couples costume that’ll have your friends berry jealous. (via Studio DIY)

89. Gomez and Morticia Addams: As dark and eerie as the Addams got, there’s one thing that was undeniable: Gomez and Morticia’s love for one another. Men, take out your black suits and pencil in a mustache. Ladies, cover up those arms and legs with a floor-length black maxi. (via Just Jodie)

90. Grinch Stole Christmas: Here’s a couples costume you can bring back around for the holidays. (via @tayloreffy)

91. The Notebook: Nothing says rom com quite like The Notebook. To get Noah and Allie’s look, pair your modest polka dot dress with his white button up and slacks. Add a beret for the finishing touch. (via Green Wedding Shoes)

92. Despicable Me: Opposites attract when longtime-villain Gru meets Agent Lucy Wilde. To get Gru’s look, pair an all-gray outfit with a striped scarf. For Lucy, a teal dress and a polka-dot scarf should do the trick. (via DT JAAAAM)

93. Guess Who Characters: Bring this beloved board game to life with cardboard cutouts and question mark t-shirts. (via Coolest Homemade Costumes)

94. Thing 1 and Thing 2: If you and your BFF are joined at the hip, these Dr. Seuss characters might be perfect for you two. Blue wigs, red maxis and voila! That’s all you need for this simple and fun look. (via Brit + Co)

95. Sailor and Nurse: If you’ve ever needed an excuse for showing your boo some PDA, here it is. A couples costume of this iconic image is sure to get smiles all around (and maybe some cheers). (via @nicollette210)

96. Cheetah Girls: Let the animals in you both out with this trip to the wild side. Pair up with your BFF for this CheetahGirls-inspiredlook. (via @chachaa16)

97. Beetlejuice and Lydia Deetz: Tim Burton can never do any wrong, Beetlejuice included. And if not for Winona Ryder, where would ’80s goth have been? (via @nishasanok)

98. American Horror Story: Halloween just got a little freakier. If you’re into the dark and sinister realm of AHS, the conjoined Tattler twins and Twisty the clown might be right for your fright night. (via Costume Works)

99. BMO and GMO: If you’re more into rainbows and butterflies and puppy butts, Adventure Time might be the way to go. BMO meets GMO is every techie’s cartoon dream come true. (via Heather Paul/Flickr Creative Commons)

100. Beauty and Beast: We’re totally diggin’ this creative spin. It’s like Disney princess meets Marvel X-Men. (via @siennamorris)

Which of these costumes will you and your S.O. try out this Halloween? Let us know, below!

Here's A New Look At Florence Pugh's Return As Yelena Belova

Marvel movies are known for their heroes and their hopeful outlook on the world. But in 2025, we're getting a brand new team: the Thunderbolts. This team is made up of antiheroes and former villains, and it's sure to be the wackiest and strangest, as well as one of the most memorable, superhero movies we've seen in recent years.

Keep reading for the latest news on Thunderbolts* before it hits theaters in 2025.

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Thunderbolts* comes out this May, and the cast just showed off some brand new footage at the D23 convention — and thanks to the new 'Celebrating 85 Years' spot, we have the first look too!

We get a look at Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, John Walker, and Ghost. Plus, Yelena Belova, of course. This heartbreaking detail about Yelena's new look connects Florence Pugh's Yelena to Scarlett Johansson's Natashaand I'm WEEPING.

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And at D23 Brazil, we got a brand new look at my new favorite team. "There’s something in this film, in terms of superpowers and superheroes, that shows that our superpowers lie in how ‘broken’ we are," David Harbour said at the event. "As if our superpowers came from our relationships.”

What is the plot of Thunderbolts?

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Thunderbolts* Plot

Consider Thunderbolts* to be The Avengers' edgy younger sibling. The movie follows Yelena Belova (who we know off the bat is a "depressed assassin" thanks to a Marvel Studios press release). She's joined by Bucky Barnes, The Red Guardian, and John Walker. Based on a leak, it looks like we'll see this group of misfits team up against Valentina Allegra de Fontaine after she sends them on a deadly mission.

Thunderbolts* Release Date

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Thunderbolts* Release Date

Thunderbolts* hits theaters May 2, 2025.

Who's on the Thunderbolts team?

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Thunderbolts* Cast

Thunderbolts* stars Florence Pugh, Geraldine Viswanathan, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen, Wyatt Russell, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour.

This is a huge cast, and Viswanathan just revealed how crazy the first day of filming was. “My first day didn’t feel real," she tells Vanity Fair. "I felt this extra pressure of, ‘Know your lines, babe. You can’t really play around like you usually do.’"

Historically, sci-fi fans haven't been kind to actresses in their favorite projects (remember when Star Wars fans bullied Kelly Marie Tran off social media?). But Viswanathan is already thinking ahead. “If it’s overwhelming, I’ll log off. But I like discourse around pop culture,” she says. “[Thunderbolts*] felt a little bit edgier and fresher, more existential and dark.”

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The rest of the cast also enjoyed working together. “Everyone is going to f—kin’ love me! It’s really, really, really fun to be with a group of actors that you have a good time with," Wyatt Russell says at Comic Con (via Variety), while David Harbour adds, “Florence Pugh [is] just electric to work with. There’s warmth and humor, but there’s also a lot of pathos.”

“This is why we can't stop laughing together, because we genuinely just had such a wonderful time with each other and we've loved working with one another," Pugh tells People. “I feel like this is something that we've never seen before from Marvel...it's a very open and honest and truthful idea. And I'm just really excited for people to watch it.”

Are you excited for this brand new chapter in the MCU? I really feel like Thunderbolts* will usher in a whole new generation of fans and I, for one, CANNOT WAIT! Let us know your thoughts on Facebook.

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Hold Up, Did Rebecca Yarros' First 'Onxy Storm' Excerpt Just Tease Violet Sorrengail's True Identity?

Fans of Fourth Wing are on pins and needles because Rebecca Yarros just announced she's finished writing the third book in the Empyrean series! It's us, we're fans — along with over half of BookTok.

We can't believe we're getting closer to reading more about Violet Sorrengail's journey, but we know you have a ton of burning questions about the release date for Book No. 3.

We may not have all the answers, but we've done a little digging to share as much as we can because who doesn't want to know what Rebecca Yarros has been up to?

I'm new to the Empyrean series. Are "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame" really worth reading?

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I'm not going to lie to you. The editorial team, including myself, are extremely biased about Fourth Wingand Iron Flame. From my perspective, I think these are great books for anyone who had the pleasure of growing up during the great Harry Potter era and moved on to watchingGame of Thrones and House of Dragons.

Did she announce the name of book no. 3?

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YES! Book No. 3 is titled Oynx Storm.

Knowing what we do about the manifestation of Violet's powers, I think this could hint she's going to play an even larger role in the series. According to a fan theory shared on TikTok(via Empyrean Riders), it's believed that Violet and Xaden Riorson are actually gods. Stay with me here.

Empyrean Riders noted that Violet's last name means heavenly and that she's able to control time thanks to her connection to the young dragon Andarna (I love her so much!). That sounds pretty god-like to me.

And when asked which two Taylor Swift songs describe Onyx Storm, Rebecca Yarros chose "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" from The Tortured Poets Department and "So It Goes..." from Reputation. "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" is one of Taylor's most powerful songs and definitely translates the idea that Violet's powers are going to be stronger than ever, while "So It Goes..." is equal parts suspense and seduction, and is TOTALLY about "all the pieces fall right into place" to get together with the right person.

There's so much more to unpack so I suggest grabbing a yummy snack while you fall down the rabbit hole. All I'm sure of is that Onyx Storm is going to leave our emotions in shambles just like Fourth Wing and Iron Flame did.

When did Rebecca Yarros announce she's done writing book no. 3 in the series?

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On June 17, Rebecca Yarros shared this image of her laptop to indicate she'd finished the third book in the Empyrean series.

She wrote, "(Pic from one of the very many locations in which this book was written)," towards the end of the caption before adding a few relevant hashtags to it.

When will Onxy Storm be available for purchase?

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Rebecca Yarros exclusively told Good Morning America that fans can expect the book to hit shelves January 21, 2025! That gives us a little over six months to prepare our emotions for what's sure to be a storm of a book.

She said, "There will be politics, new adventures, old enemies and of course, dragons." There's no way she could forget the dragons because I'd willingly riot over them. They deserve to have their stories told forever.

As luck would have it, Cosmopolitan received an exciting first look at what's to come in Onyx Storm. The excerpt begins with Violet realizing the Venin have found their way into Basgiath War College and are wreaking havoc. Alongside Rhiannon, Sawyer, and Ridoc, she races to stop the Venin from releasing Jack Barlowe from his prison cell.

However, Violet's shocked when she discovered one of the "dark wielders" has a long silver braid that closely resembles her own. Before she can fully react, the woman disappears. According to Screen Rant, there are possible theories about why Violet saw her and what this means for her growing power.

Towards the end of the excerpt, Violet discovers the Venin want to capture her too. Also, Xaden makes his long-awaited appearance and it's clear their playful banter in the face of danger hasn't changed. That he hasn't fully changed into the Venin Violet's used to seeing.

I officially can't wait to read the rest of the book in January!

Has Rebecca Yarros revealed the cover for Onyx Storm?

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Onyx Storm

Yes!

TODAY received an exclusive look at the cover for Onyx Storm and it doesn't disappoint! Unlike its predecessors, it appears Rebecca Yarros is hinting that darker events will take place.

Fans of the Empyrean series aren't the only ones who are excited to see what fate has in store for our favorite characters though. In a statement to TODAY, Rebecca revealed how elated she is to be working on the series again. "It's amazing to be back with these characters again. She also said, ""I can't wait for readers to see what Violet, Xaden, and the rest of the quadrant have in store for them in Onyx Storm!"

Are you excited for the release of Onyx Storm? Follow us on Facebook for more entertainment news!

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Mia Challis Just Spilled On That 'Outer Banks' Season 4 Turtle Scene

Outer Banks fans got a treat during 2023's Poguelandia event (which took place on February 18 in Huntington Beach, California). While celebrating the release of Outer Banks season 3, the cast took to the stage to announce that we were also getting Outer Banks season 4! As a native Outer Banks-er myself, this is one teen drama I will never be able to get enough of — so keep the seasons coming Netflix!

I'm already thinking about what hijinks the Pogues will get up to in Outer Banks season 4. Here's everything we know about the new TV show, including the cast, the plot, and the Outer Banks season 4 release date! Once you've scrolled through, catch up on The Craziest Outer Banks Theories.

Keep reading for the latest news & updates on Outer Banks season 4.

Who runs over the turtles in Outer Banks?

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The one Outer Banks season 4 scene that has fans freaking out is when the Pogues and Kooks wind up at the same access on their beach day — and a game of chicken literally turns deadly. Topper's new girlfriend Ruthie (played by Mia Challis) drives her Jeep directly at the Pogues, and winds up running over a turtle hatch, killing a baby turtle in the process.

“When I read that in the script, I was as shocked as the viewers," she tells Elite Daily. "I read it four times being like, ‘Wait, a baby turtle? No, surely not.'"

Despite her cold shoulder, Mia thinks Ruthie did end up feeling guilty about the situation. "When she finds out the turtles have died, she thinks, 'What have I done?'" she says. "There is slight remorse. But Ruthie's defense mechanism is to pretend like she doesn't care."

"It's such an emotional scene for Madison Bailey, who plays Kiara," she continues. "They gave her a plastic baby turtle to hold. When that was happening, we were looking down at the turtle and thinking it was so sad. But I had to switch that off and try to get into my Ruthie mindset."

But surprisingly, Mia also reveals filming the emotional scene wasn't as devastating as you might expect: "We were laughing the whole time. When I watched it, I felt awful, but on the actual day of filming, it was quite light and fun."

What happens at the end of Outer Banks season 4?

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Spoiler warning!! The Outer Banks season 4 ending shocked the internet by killing off one of our favorite Pogues: JJ. The decision immediately sent fans into a tailspin, and more than one viewer told me they're heartbroken over the loss. Don't worry though. This Rudy Pankow & Madison Bailey interaction just might heal you.

Is there an Outer Banks season 4 trailer?

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Yes, you can watch the Outer Banks season 4 trailer here! The trailer really proves the show is returning to its roots by bringing the Pogues back to the OBX.

I have all my fingers and toes crossed we finally get some answers to one question I've had since season 1. I'm convinced that during Kiara's Kook year, when she briefly ditched the boys to become friends with Sarah, that Rafe fell for her, and hasn't left her alone since. This is such a small detail but it would provide so much context for the characters! Either way, it looks like Rafe, JJ, and John B will be fighting this season (again).

When is Outer Banks season 4 coming out?

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Summer vacation is lasting all year long! Outer Banks season 4 will be premiering in two parts: we'll get the first five episodes on October 10, and the second five on November 7.

After Madison Bailey revealed in an Instagramstory that Outer Banks 4 finished filming in June, she confirmed we'd be getting Outer Banks season 4 this fall on August 15 with a hilarious video hyping up John B and Sarah's fictional surf shop (which we'll see in the upcoming season).

What is season 4 of Outer Banks about?

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Outer Banks season 3 ended with an 18-month time jump — meaning the characters will be a year and a half older at the end of Outer Banks season 4 than in previous installments of the show. This definitely works in the series' favor because the characters will be closer to the cast's ages. Plus, being post-grad gives them more flexibility to go treasure hunting without the repercussions of skipping school...like they did the entirety of season 2.

Thanks to some important details at the end of the season finale, we know Kie is working with turtles, JJ bought a charter boat, Pope is going to college, and John B. and Sarah are running a surf shop. But things take a turn for the adventurous when the Pogues are given a new quest to hunt for Blackbeard's treasure. The real Blackbeard loved hiding his treasure on places like Ocracoke Island, which is on the real OBX. I'm super excited for this plotline because it means we'll be back on the Outer Banks for (hopefully) the whole season!

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"It’s not going to be the usual Blackbeard story," according to co-creator Josh Pate, and (spoiler!!) we actually have our first plot details. According to Wrightsville Beach recreation program supervisor Katie Ryan (via Wilmington StarNews) and the shows filming permits, we know that one scene will involve "two people jumping from the pier," while a second "involves individuals finding a body on the beach."

While Outer Banks season 4 promises to be as adventurous as ever, Chase Stokes promises People the show will also go back to its roots. “There was a real want for a lot of the authenticity and the characters in season 1. So I will say that they do a good job this season of that,” he says.

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After the death of Sarah and John B.'s fathers, the show's golden couple will have to figure out what their future looks like. “It really will force them to evaluate everything," he says. "Where they are, what their purpose is, what their intentions are, and what was the actual value of it? Was it worth it, in hindsight? If they could go back and change things, would they?"

"[The Pogues have had] a huge, huge shift in lifestyle in a very, very short period of time," Chase continues. “And I think when you go through that level of trauma, for sure, it'll make you start asking those deeper questions.”

Who's in the Outer Banks season 4 cast?

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We're expecting the main cast to return for Outer Banks season 4, including Chase Stokes as John B., Madelyn Cline as Sarah, Madison Bailey as Kiara, Jonathan Daviss as Pope, Rudy Pankow as JJ, Carlacia Grant as Cleo, Drew Starkey as Rafe, and Austin North as Topper.

Fiona Palomo will star as Sofia alongside J. Anthony Crane as Chandler Groff, Pollyanna McIntosh as Dalia, Brianna Brown as Hollis Robinson, Rigo Sanchez as Lightner, Mia Challis as Ruthie, and Cullen Moss as Shoupe.

Since Charles Esten's Ward ends up (spoiler!) dying at the end of season 3, he probably won't make a return — unless the show ventures into ghost territory. Honestly, I wouldn't even be surprised. But even if he's not on set, he recently reunited with Madelyn Cline and Drew Starkey!

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"That thing where you’re playing your 4th Annual WARDJAMMER...and your amazing friends who also happen to be your @obx son and daughter surprise you by showing up and hanging out all night and even coming on stage to sing 'Left Hand Free,'" Charles writes on Instagram. "What an absolute joy to wrap my arms around these two! The bond is real and my heart is grateful."

Where is Outer Banks season 4 filming?

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Outer Banks season 4 has been seen filming around Charleston, South Carolina and Wilmington, North Carolina, which is where other titles like Dawson's Creek,The Summer I Turned Pretty, andOne Tree Hill have all filmed! Because OBX has never filming in Wilmington before, it makes me think the Pogues will truly go on an adventure we've never seen.

The First Look At Outer Banks Season 4

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After Netflix's Tudum event showed off the Pogues' new style (and confirmed that all of them will be returning, thank goodness), we got a brand new look at some Outer Banks season 4 scenes thanks to Netflix's 2024 preview. It's a brief clip, but we hear just how excited the Pogues are to go after a treasure they've "spent [their] whole lives hearing about" (same, TBH) — and get to see them lounging around on a day off. Treasure hunting is hard work, after all!

This first look gives us an idea of what we can expect from this upcoming installment because while season 1 had the golden overtone of our favorite 2000s dramas, season 2 featured warmer orange tones, and season 3 featured cooler blues and greens, it looks like Outer Banks season 4 is youthful, bright, and colorful. And thanks to this clip, we also know for a fact we'll see Madison Bailey, Rudy Pankow, Jonathan Daviss, Madelyn Cline, Chase Stokes, and Carlacia Grant come back to their iconic roles.

Is Outer Banks season 4 the last season?

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Netflix hasn't officially announced whether we'll be getting an Outer Banks season 5 or 6 yet, but creators Jonas and Josh Pate have enough story for another two seasons. "We’re going to fill in some gaps in the 18 months," Josh tells TUDUM. "We felt like we needed to migrate them out of school. We think about the first three [seasons] as a trilogy and then we’re starting over on [another sort of] trilogy now. We just needed to clear the decks. We’re going to have new villains, a new treasure hunt, a new life situation."

I'm excited to see what kind of roots the characters put down in Outer Banks season 4 — and how they flourish as the story continues!

What did you think about Outer Banks season 4? Check out our interview with costume designer Emmie Holmes and The Best New TV Shows Coming In 2024 before you rewatch OBX season 4 again ;).

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WHICH Movie Had Kate Winslet "Sh—ing" Herself?!

Kate Winslet is THE Hollywood actress to me. Not only has she starred in box office smashes like Titanic and Avatar: Way of Water, but she's proven her acting chops in breakout indie flicks and provided mothers and daughters everywhere with eternal Christmas movie nights thanks to The Holiday. But the actress' consistently viral kindness, her dedication to embracing her natural beauty, and her sophistication don't mean she always feels confident. Kate Winslet just spilled on the one movie from her career that had her "sh—ing" herself, and I just had to dive in.

Here's what Kate Winslet had to say about her scariest movie experience ever.

  • Kate Winslet made a name for herself with Titanic, Sense & Sensibility, and The Holiday.
  • However those movies aren't the film she wants fans to ask about!
  • The actress spills on the movies she's proud of, and the one job that had her "sh—ing myself."

Talking to Vanity Fair for her newest film Lee, Kate Winslet revealed one project she wishes fans asked about more is Iris. The 2001 film stars Kate as a young Iris Murdoch against Judi Dench's older counterpart. And for Kate, nothing was more terrifying than working with such a wonderful actress.

"People don’t really ask me about Iris. It’s such a delicate film," she says. "It was the first thing I had done after having my daughter. Going to work with a baby, I’m playing Iris Murdoch, looking to Judi Dench’s older Iris Murdoch — I was sh—ting myself."

Considering how nervous I get when I meet my heroes, I can only imagine what it was like to meet Dame Judi Dench. Talk about a dream! Another film Kate loves is Revolutionary Road, and not just because she got to reunite with Leonardo DiCaprio.

"The thing that people say is, 'You got to work with Leo again.' Then they go off on the whole Leo tangent, which I totally understand," she says of the film, which follows an ambitious couple who find themselves trapped in the reality of 1950s suburbia. "But Revolutionary Road — f—king hell, it just knocked us all sideways. Unbelievably difficult material. I was very proud of that film and what Leo and I were able to create as Frank and April. It was so brutal."

The process for getting Lee into the world sounds equally brutal, considering Kate started working on it over a decade ago. As producer, Kate tells Vanity Fair she doesn't mind the fact she's done more for the film than if she only had an acting credit. "That has felt very necessary for this film. But it’s also just really important to me," she says. "It’s important to me that people know that it’s out there and might feel compelled to go and see it."

Because it turns out, commercial success or stardom on its own doesn't actually help your movie get made! "It doesn’t matter who you are," she says. "No one’s going to go, 'Oh, I’ll just back that pony because she was in Titanic.' It doesn’t happen that way, and I never expected that. That’s really important to say."

"I've gotten older and I’ve learned more and felt more confident in myself about whether or not I could actually do it," she adds. "It’s not something I would’ve done had I not felt so passionately about the subject, and Lee was just—she wouldn’t let me go."

Let us know your favorite Kate Winslet movies in the comments, and since we've officially entered cozy season, check out Why The Holiday Movie Ending Is The Most Important Scene while you're at it!

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Whoa, Paul Mescal Is Already Talking About 'Gladiator 3'

Gladiator 2 isn't even in theaters yet (mark your calendars for November 22!) and star Paul Mescal is already thinking about doing a threequel. Although, after raving about director Ridley Scott, and sharing the screen with Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen, and Joseph Quinn, who could blame him?! So if you're wondering 'Is there going to be a Gladiator 3?' then you've come to the right place.

Keep reading for all the latest Gladiator 3 news — and to see what Paul Mescal and Ridley Scott have said about returning.

Is there going to be a Gladiator 3?

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Paramount Pictures hasn't confirmed whether we're getting a Gladiator 3 quite yet, but director Ridley Scott is definitely on board. "I’ve already got eight pages. I’ve got the beginning of a very good footprint," he says. But he also mentions he'd like to make one huge change from the first two movies. "If there’s a Gladiator 3, I don’t think you’d ever go back into the arena. But I had to go back into the arena…"

And as for whether Paul Mescal would return? Well that's a resounding yes. “If there's going to be a Gladiator III, I hope I'm in it," he told Peopleat the LA premiere of Gladiator 2 on November 18, while adding to Variety that he'd be “massively down” for a third movie.

“I don’t think it will be [24] years — but I have no idea when it will be.”

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But Paul's comments on a Gladiator 3 weren't the only reason he made headlines last night! He brought GF Gracie Abrams (who just broke the internet in her own right when she performed with Taylor Swift). And while they didn't make a red carpet appearance together, it seems like Gladiator's official TikTok account just hard launched their relationship.

"THEY HIT THE PENTAGON," one user commented, while another said, "I just fell to my knees." If you can't tell from the drama, fans are going crazy. (It's me, I'm fans).

Is Russell Crowe in the new Gladiator?

No, sadly, Russell Crowe doesn't make an appearance in Gladiator 2 (well, apart from Gladiator flashbacks, that is). And if you're wondering 'Is Maximus alive in Gladiator 2?' you'll just have to watch the first one!

Do you want to see Paul Mescal return for Gladiator 3? Check out the 10 New November Movies We've Been Waiting All Year For before the month ends!

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