The Halloween season is upon us, which means it’s the perfect time to watch shows about monsters, ghosts, and all the things that go bump in the night. If you’d rather have a scare on your couch instead of wading through the hordes of tourists in Salem,

I have broken down the horror/thriller options on the different streaming platforms for your viewing pleasure. I can't say all these titles are my cup of cider, but you do you this spooky season and use this guide if you dare.

According to Screen Boston, there are more than 40 frightening films showing at area indie theaters over the 10 days between now and Halloween. Here are a handful of highlights to check out from film critic Sean Burns.