From Deadpool and Wolverine to giant inflatable dinosaurs, we’ve got loads of men’s Halloween costumes for you to dive into! Choose your favourite and get ready for an awesome spooky season.
In our round-up, you’ll find plenty of inspiration, including several costumes you can DIY at home and others you can buy. What you choose will depend on how much time you have and how creative you're willing to be.
If you’ve got plenty of time, you can recreate many of these costumes by hitting thrift stores. However, if you’re reading this a week before your Halloween party, then buying a costume would be your best bet.
Take a look at our unique and funny men’s Halloween costumes, and get inspired this October!
15 unique men’s Halloween costumes for 2025
1. Cut in half men’s Halloween costume
Keep it scary with this clever Halloween costume idea by Instructables. In 12 simple steps, you’ll find out how to complete this chopped-in-half illusion costume.
2. The Joker Halloween costume for men
The Joker is an iconic Halloween costume and will look fantastic on anyone. The Costume Kid on YouTube walks us through how to create it on the cheap. Discover more cheap Halloween costumes.
Short of time? There are also lots of brilliant options to buy online.
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3. Deadpool Halloween costume
Go as everyone's favourite anti-hero, Deadpool! Why not have a friend dress up as Wolverine for a fun duo costume?
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4. Wolverine Halloween costume
If you love the Deadpool & Wolverine duo costume idea, or you just want to dress up as Wolverine for Halloween, Amazon has a fantastic costume you can buy.
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5. Ziggy Stardust Halloween costume
Go as the iconic Ziggy Stardust this Halloween. With the shining one-piece outfit and the red lightning makeup, you’ll be instantly recognisable.
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6. The Greatest Showman men's Halloween costume
Hugh’s back on our list with his depiction of P T Barnum in The Greatest Showman. The costume is defined by the red jacket and top hat.
Find what you need in your local thrift store, or check out this brilliant option on Amazon:
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5. Pickle Rick funny men’s Halloween costume
Pickle Rick! You can’t go wrong with this hilarious costume, available to buy on Amazon.
Looking for more costume ideas that will make your pals chuckle this spooky season? Check out our round-up of 21 funny Halloween costumes to make and wear here on Gathered.
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6. Jetpack illusion Halloween costume
How amazing is this costume? So creative and fun, but luckily it’s not that hard to make yourself at home.
If you’re feeling crafty, check out the full tutorial from Instructables.
7. Marty McFly Halloween costume for men
Celebrate the beloved film Back to the Future with this awesome Halloween costume idea for men. This costume could be made by thrifting what you need, or get the full look on Amazon.
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8. T-Rex Halloween costume
Go as a roarsome T-Rex with this funny Halloween costume. We found a highly-rated T-Rex costume on Amazon which is perfect for any Halloween activity. One reviewer said, ‘it’s surprisingly easy to move/walk/dance in!’.
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9. Beetlejuice costume
‘Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice!’. Whether you love the classic movie, or prefer the 2024 version, you’ll get a kick out of this costume.
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10. Vecna from Stranger Things Halloween costume
Creep out your friends with this eerie mask of Stranger Things character, Vecna! Made from high-quality latex, the mask covers the entire head and neck.
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11. The Grim Reaper
If you want to keep it simple, go as the Grim Reaper this Halloween. All you need is a black cloak and a faux scythe.
Take a look at our scary Halloween costumes for more spooky ideas like this.
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12. Guardians of the Galaxy - Star-Lord costume
Go as Star-Lord with this incredible costume from Rubies. It includes a padded jumpsuit, boot toppers and a mask.
Discover more pop culture Halloween costumes here on Gathered.
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13. Oppenhiemer costume for men
Oppenheimer costumes are perfect for Halloween and fairly easy to create – especially if you raid your local thrift store! If you’re short of time, try this one:
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14. ‘I’m just Ken’ Barbie costume
Rock a Ken costume in your Mojo Doja Casa House this Halloween! If you have a friend or partner who fancies dressing up as Barbie, it makes a great duo costume.
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15. Dwight Schrute from The Office Halloween costume
‘Bears, beets, Battlestar Galactica!’ It’s time to embrace your inner Dwight Schrute with this fun Halloween costume for men.
You’ll only need a few items for this look to become recognisable. A yellow shirt, greyish green suit, tie and glasses.
Unique and funny men’s Halloween costume for any guy
Even if you’re short of time, these men’s Halloween costumes are quick to make or buy. From films and TV shows, to just plain random – there’s something for every kind of guy.
Pop culture Halloween costumes we think you’ll like
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