2026’s Most Wanted Movie Costumes
This year, Halloween is taking its cues straight from the box office. With nine of 2026’s biggest movies dropping between spring and December — from Nintendo’s next Mushroom Kingdom adventure to the Avengers’ biggest team-up yet — trick-or-treaters, cosplayers, and party-goers alike are dressing as the characters everyone’s talking about. Here’s what’s trending, and why.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Costumes: Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Bowser & Toad
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie costume puts one of gaming’s most recognizable characters into a movie-inspired look. Mario’s red cap, blue overalls, gloves, and signature mustache have been part of his visual identity for decades, so the character comes with plenty of built-in nostalgia.
The new movie adds another reason for fans to revisit these familiar characters. Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Bowser each have their own distinctive appearance, making it possible to build a complete group without everyone looking the same.
At Kreepy Halloween, you can find the Super Mario Galaxy Movie costume as part of the store’s licensed movie and character collection. That connection matters for fans who want a costume that stays true to the character rather than a loosely themed version.
Mario is an especially easy character to style because his most important details are already part of the costume. Add the finishing touches that match the character, and the look comes together naturally.
For longtime gamers and younger fans discovering Mario through the movies, this costume combines classic gaming nostalgia with the excitement of the latest big-screen adventure.
Toy Story 5
Costume: Woody, Buzz Lightyear & Jessie
Tom Hanks and Tim Allen return as Woody and Buzz for a fifth adventure that pits the toys against a tablet-obsessed Bonnie and a screen-loving world.
Toy Story costumes have been a go-to for toddlers and families for 25+ years, and a new movie means a fresh wave of interest — especially for little ones dressing as Woody, Buzz, or Jessie for the first time.
Minions & Monsters
Costume: Classic Minion (goggles, overalls, yellow bodysuit)
The Minions head to 1920s Hollywood in this prequel to Minions and Minions: The Rise of Gru, where the yellow henchmen accidentally summon a horde of monsters after a disastrous run at movie stardom.
Already one of the most reliable sellers in the store year over year for toddlers, kids, and group costumes — a new release right before Halloween season keeps demand high.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Costume: Spider-Man (Tom Holland suit)
Peter Parker returns in a world that’s forgotten who he is — and the trailer’s new, more battle-worn suit design is already generating buzz among older kids, teens, and adult cosplayers.
Spider-Man is a perpetual top-five costume every year; a new film means a new suit variant to stock alongside the classics. Cross-sell with web-shooters, masks, and gloves.
Avengers: Doomsday
Costume: Doctor Doom, Captain America (Sam Wilson), or a mixed Avengers group set
The Russo Brothers reunite the MCU’s biggest roster yet, with Robert Downey Jr. returning not as Iron Man but as the villain Doctor Doom.
Moana
Costume: Moana & Maui (live-action inspired)
Disney’s live-action reimagining, starring Catherine Laga’aia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui, brings a decade-strong animated favorite into live-action for the first time.
Moana costumes are already a top seller for girls; this release refreshes interest with a “real world” look, plus a built-in Maui costume for dads, older brothers, or couples’ costumes.
Supergirl
Costume: Supergirl (Milly Alcock / “Woman of Tomorrow” look)
DC Studios’ next chapter after Superman (2025) introduces Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El in a grittier, more grounded take on the character.
With the DC universe reboot generating major buzz all year, Supergirl is shaping up to be one of the top superhero costumes for girls, teens, and women — a strong counterpart to your usual Batman/Superman stock.
