Michael Myers Halloween mask and knife prop on display

It's time to get spooky again here at Hollywood Movie Costumes and Props, with this original 'Michael Myers' mask and knife prop used in the movie Halloween.

Michael Myers mask from Halloween

This movie mask was photographed on display at Universal Orlando's Horror Make-Up Show in Florida on September 23, 2010.

Halloween movie poster

John Carpenter's classic 1978 movie created an iconic slasher horror villain in Michael Myers. When he was six years old he killed his older sister, then fifteen years later he escaped the mental institute he was committed to and returned to his home town, stalking teenager 'Laurie Strode' (played by Jamie Lee Curtis) and murdering her friends.

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Authentic props, masks and more at Universal Orlando's Horror Make-Up Show...

With Halloween seemingly only a heartbeat away, it seems only appropriate to showcase all the original props, costumes, models, masks and make-up effects that I was able to enjoy on my recent visit to Universal Studios Orlando theme park.

Universal Orlando's Horror Make-Up Show

In addition to all the fantastically gruesome props in the lobby, if you stick around for the hilarious live show you'll also see more movie secrets, like informative make-up special effects, animatronic mask examples and a ton of movie clips from Universal's horror vaults.

Original Universal Studios horror and fantasy props on display

Included in the horror showcase were actual props, prosthetic masks, models and more from the following classic and recent movies:

Fantastic masks, props and costumes from Hellboy II: The Golden Army

A scary Chucky animatronic from Child's Play

Masks and models from horror classics like The Creature from the Black Lagoon, Dracula, The Phantom of the Opera, Frankenstein, The Wolfman and more

Props and costumes from Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho

A Jurassic Park Velociraptor dinosaur

Gory make-up sculpture from An American Werewolf in London

Michael Myers mask from Halloween

Creature effects from John Carpenter's The Thing

Fantastical Lord of Darkness mask from Ridley Scott's Legend

Original props from The Mummy

Alien design for the Mutant from This Island Earth

Jim Carrey's prosthetic make-up from The Grinch

And in the gift shop as you exit the show, don't miss the original costumes worn in the Terminator 2: 3D movie attraction

Hellboy II: The Golden Army costume, mask and prop exhibit

They also had this creepy clown figure from Universal's special themed Halloween Horror Nights on display.

Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights Clown

You may be wowed by the exhilarating rides and other attractions at the theme park, but you really shouldn't miss this fun show and interesting exhibit, which really are well worth seeing in person.

Keep it here in the coming days for more photos and details of all the wonderful movie memorabilia photographed on display on September 23, 2010, which will hopefully provide some inspiration for Halloween.

AFI movie Villains costume exhibit at Walt Disney World...

At Disney's Hollywood Studios in Orlando you'll find the a fantastic array of despicable Villain movie costumes as part of The American Film Institute Showcase.

AFI Movie Villain Costume Exhibit at Walt Disney World

The exhibit space near the park's Backlot Tour attraction has a great selection of infamous movie characters you love to hate (and my recent visit on September 22, 2010, was just in time to provide inspiration for Halloween too).

Aliens and Enchanted movie costumes on display

In the well presented exhibit you'll find arch-foes from the worlds of sci-fi, fantasy and even family-friendly fairytales.

Pirates of the Caribbean movie exhibit

I really enjoyed the collection of costumes and memorabilia from famous films and over the next few days I'll share more photos and details of the outfits and props on display.

White Witch costume and Chariot

from Narnia's The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

The actual costumes and props included:

Susan Surandon's Queen Narissa costumes from Enchanted

An alien body-suit from James Cameron's Aliens

Costumes and set props from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies

Darth Vader and Darth Maul's iconic Star Wars costumes

Tilda Swinton's White Witch costume and Jadis' Chariot from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Plus other original costumes from The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

Narnia: Prince Caspian movie costume exhibit

Enjoy this selection of images and come back soon for more nefarious goings-on in the days to come.

Plus as an antidote to all that evil, stay tuned to delight at the heroic Pevensie siblings costumes also on display as part of the Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian movie attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Halloween costume inspiration: Dancing Queens and historical ones too...

If Halloween is just the excuse you need to dress up in a fabulous costume, you'll love this selection of colourful outfits from musicals and period drama movies.

Mamma Mia movie costumes

If you're an ABBA (and sequins) fan you'll love these original costumes worn in Mamma Mia: The Movie by the likes of Amanda Seyfried, Meryl Streep, Julie Walters and Pierce Brosnan, for the big musical number at the end of the movie.

Mamma Mia movie outfits

If 1970's Europop fashion is not your style, what about the Parisian showgirl glamour of the Folies Bergere.

Folies Bergere costume from the movie Nine

This vision of feathers and sequins was worn by the dancers in the musical Nine.

Elizabeth: The Golden Age costume

If you'd prefer something more regal this Halloween, what about recreating this dress worn by Cate Blanchett in Elizabeth: The Golden Age.

The Duchess movie costumes

If the 16th Century style of Queen Elizabeth I is not to your taste, what about the exquisite wedding dress of another lady of royalty this time from 18th Century England, Georgiana Cavendish, The Duchess of Devonshire (as worn by Keira Knightley in the movie The Duchess).

Alice in Wonderland Hatter women costumes

If you don't feel confident enough to play a Queen, what about one of the royal court, like these quirky Hatter women costumes from Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland.

Giselle's Enchanted curtain dress

And finally, if you're a Disney fan and want to be a fairytale princess this Halloween season, what about grabbing some fabric and running up this fun curtain dress, as worn by Amy Adams in Enchanted.

There are also lots of other ideas for Halloween costumes here at Hollywood Movie Costumes and Props, from superheroes to aliens from outer space, cowboys to iconic villains, and much more.

Halloween costume inspiration: Villains and Monsters...

Is Halloween your chance to unleash your evil alter-ego? If so, here's a selection of outfits worn by familiar villains and monsters from the movies to help inspire your costume choice this Halloween season.

Freddy Krueger

Earlier this year the remake of A Nightmare on Elm Street reminded everyone of the iconic look sported by Freddy Krueger.

The Joker

Heath Ledger's Joker took Batman's arch-nemesis to a whole new level of scary in The Dark Knight. You can either choose from his signature purple and green wardrobe, or try out his slightly disturbing nurses outfit look, like this Joker impersonator at last year's West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval.

Nurse Joker

This year's movies have been full of villainy and shady characters to inspire your Halloween costume.

Stayne Knave of Hearts

If you're a Disney fan you could be Stayne, the Knave of Hearts from Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland.

Volturi vampire costumes

If you're planning to go as a vampire you'll love these outfits worn in Twilight: Eclipse by Dakota Fanning and her fellow Volturi.

If you're looking for something a little more colourful what about this costume worn by the villainous Fire Lord Ozai from the live-action version of The Last Airbender.

Fire Lord Ozai

Traditionally Halloween is a time of witches and warlocks, so what about going garbed as the evil magician Horvath from The Sorcerer's Apprentice.

Horvath

Or if you prefer a more Arabian Nights flavour, what about going dressed as the Prince of Persia's evil uncle Nazim.

Nazim

Maybe the deadly ninja look is what you're after, like this original costume worn by Storm Shadow in the live-action version of G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra.

Storm Shadow

Finally, if you want to be a more traditional horror creature to terrify your friends this year you could always try and replicate this gory werewolf look from The Wolfman movie.

Werewolf

However if you can't find what you're looking for above, check out the abundance of superhero, fantasy, sci-fi, western and period film costumes here at Hollywood Movie Costumes and Props.

Halloween costume inspiration: Cowboys and Aliens...

Wondering what to wear this year for Halloween? If you're bored of the usual witches, ghosts and ghouls maybe you'll find something in this fantastic selection of costumes from the world of Sci-fi and Western movies.

Cowboy outfits

If you need Old Wild West inspiration check out these costumes worn in the Western Appaloosa.

Star Trek costumes

I'm sure there are loads of Star Trek fans out there and the universe has lots of costume inspiration. Choose from Starfleet uniforms, to outfits for Vulcans, Romulans and Klingons, from the Original Series to the Next Generation, and even to looks from the recent Star Trek re-imagining by JJ Abrams.

Starfleet uniform

Star Trek is not the only inspiration in space as there's also lots of ideas to be had from the original and new incarnation of Battlestar Galactica.

Battlestar Galactica uniforms

Go dressed as a Colonial Warrior from the original 70's series, the Duty Blues uniform or Starbuck's flight-suit from the new millennium sci-fi show.

Battlestar Galactica flight-suit

If you prefer your Halloween costume more grounded in reality you could always go as an Astronaut and be inspired by Tom Hanks NASA flight-suit from Apollo 13.

Apollo 13 NASA Astronaut flight-suit

To complete your Na'vi look this Halloween take a look at these original Avatar costume accessories to make your blue-skinned alien appearance more authentic.

Avatar costume accessories

Finally enjoy these costumes from last year's West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval for a bit more Sci-fi and Wild West inspiration, whether you want to be Princess Leia, a Stormtrooper or an Indian Chieftain.

Star Wars costumes

Native American Chieftain outfit

However if it's something more heroic you're looking for, be sure to check out this collection of comic book and fantasy hero costumes and visit again soon for lots of inspiration from some of Hollywood's Villains and Monsters.

Halloween costume inspiration: Heroes...

With only two more months to go until Halloween, it's never too early to start preparing your costume, whether it be researching ideas or actually making your own fantastic outfit.

Here are just a few ideas from the world of fantasy and comic book superhero movies to inspire you this year.

Wolverine

All you need are some fake claws, facial hair, white vest and jeans to rock Hugh Jackman's Wolverine look, like this Madame Tussauds waxwork of the Canadian mutant. Maybe impressive muscles would be advantageous too.

Iron Man

Continuing the Marvel Comics theme, let the Iron Man suit worn by Robert Downey Jr. in the first movie inspire you, or go for the latest high-tech look from the sequel.

The Incredible Hulk

If you want a simple costume, what about some ripped jeans and some green body paint to make you look like the rampaging Hulk? You could even paint your six-pack on.

Batman

If you're a DC Comics fan, maybe you'll be inspired by Batman's costume from The Dark Knight.

Silk Spectre II

And if you're a Watchmen fan, there's lots of amazing looks to choose from, including this super-sexy Silk Spectre II outfit.

Nite Owl II

The Comedian

Ozymandius

Rorschach

Fan-favourite Rorschach is probably one of the easiest Watchmen looks to achieve with his trench-coat, scarf, hat and even mask, easy to replicate.

Aang The Last Airbender

From comic book heroes to magical martial arts heroes, you may be inspired to go as the robed Aang from The Last Airbender.

Dastan Prince of Persia

Another hero, this time making the leap from videogames to the big screen was Jake Gyllenhaal as Dastan, The Prince of Persia. You'll also find costume ideas for Gemma Arterton's Princess Tamina.

Prince Caspian

Or be inspired by another armoured Prince, from The Chronicles of Narnia, Prince Caspian.

Gladiator

Can you get any more heroic than Russell Crowe as Roman Gladiator 'Maximus Decimus Meridius'.

The Mad Hatter

I think Johnny Depp's Mad Hatter will be a popular choice this Halloween, or if you're looking for a heroine's outfit, what about the titular Alice in Wonderland.

Alice in Wonderland

If you're looking for more of an action-hero outfit, what about super-silent ninja Snake Eyes from G.I. Joe?

Snake Eyes

Here are two options, either his signature black outfit or go all white in his Arctic look. Be sure to check out the other G.I. Joe costumes here at Hollywood Movie Costumes and Props.

Finally here are a selection of costumes, store-bought and homemade from West Hollywood's Annual Halloween Carnaval.

West Hollywood's Halloween superheroes 2008

In 2008 I was Spider-man and was joined by the likes of Batman, Flash, Captain America, Supergirl, Wolverine and Batgirl.

West Hollywood's Halloween superheroes 2009

Last year my partner and I were the Dynamic Duo, Batman and Robin (I was the Boy Wonder). We bought the padded muscle versions and accessorised with gloves, belts and glow-sticks.

Amongst our fellow assemblage of heroes were Thor, The Thing, Psylocke, Silver Surfer, Iron Fist, Ghost Rider, Phoenix, Superman, Wonder Woman, Captain America, Rorschach, Catwoman and lots and lots of Batmen and Robins (in all the different versions of the costumes).

I wonder what everyone will be wearing this year.

Come back soon for more Halloween costume ideas, including 'Villains and Monsters' and 'Cowboys and Aliens'.