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Deadpool, A.K.A Wade Wilson or The Merc with the Mouth, is a superpowered individual with rapid regeneration abilities and the power to break the fourth wall. This latter skill actually makes Deadpool one of the most powerful X-Men of all time.
Given the stratospheric success of Deadpool & Wolverine, we have a feeling this is going to be one extremely popular costume idea for guys this Halloween. So come see how to make the best Deadpool outfit possible with our step-by-step guide!
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Anger is one of the original emotions that takes up residence in Riley’s headspace during Inside Out. As Riley prepares to enter her teenage years in the sequel, Anger is surely set to see his role expand quite significantly.
Dressing like Anger is super easy and we show you how with just eight simple accessories. Check out our complete outfit roundup, as well as the rest of our Inside Out Costume Collection.
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Billy Butcher is the ruthless leader of the vigilante group The Boys. Fueled by a desire for vengeance against Homelander, there are few paths Butcher won’t walk in his quest to rid the world of the supe menace once and for all.
This is an effortlessly cool costume and one we are sure will be very popular amongst men for Halloween 2024. Discover where to find Billy’s iconic trench coat, Hawaiian shirt, and more with our complete outfit rundown.
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Cooper Howard was a prominent actor before the bombs dropped, making his living playing Wild West cowboys. Unfortunately, after finding himself outside of the relative safety of a vault when the button was finally pressed, Cooper was transformed into ‘The Ghoul’.
How could this not be one of the most trendy costume ideas for Halloween 2024? It is certainly one of our coolest outfit guides to date! Find the trench coat, bandolier, and other cowboy accessories you need to make this cosplay a nuclear success!
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Thelonious (sometimes referred to as ‘The Executioner’) is Lord Farquaad’s main henchman in the original Shrek. It is Thelonious who ultimately encourages Farquaad to choose Princess Fionna for his future bride.
Would you believe that this is one of our most popular Halloween costume ideas of all time? It appears that, despite his limited screen time, there is a huge amount of love for this classic character. Discover how to make the full outfit with our step-by-step DIY guide.
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The Joker has long been Batman’s most formidable adversary and he has enjoyed more time in the limelight than most comic book supervillains. It is refreshing that the brilliant Harley Quinn Show has handed the Joker more of a supporting role, to the benefit of his often sidelined partner in crime.
This is another classic take on a character who has had his fair share of interpretations. Dressed head-to-toe in a purple suit, this look is great on its own or as part of a matching couples Halloween costume alongside our Harley Quinn outfit.
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Han Solo is the coolest man in the galaxy and, though the Star Wars universe has expanded quite a bit in recent years, he remains one of the most popular and beloved Star Wars characters of all time.
Dress like Han Solo with a replica vest and pants, his signature laser blaster, and a couple other simple accessories. All are covered in our dedicated guide!
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Gru might seem like your stereotypical supervillain on the outside but he is hiding a terrible secret. On the inside, he is hiding a heart so big and full of love that it could rival any superhero. Despicable Me continues to be a commercial juggernaut and this look is undoubtedly going to be amongst the most popular Halloween costumes for men in 2024.
Make the best Gru costume possible with just eight accessories, including a pair of pinstripe pants, a black bomber jacket, and an extra-long striped scarf.
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Dr. Eggman (or Dr. Robotnik) is the primary antagonist of the Sonic the Hedgehog universe. Like any true supervillain, he dreams of total world domination and he is willing to exploit the powerful chaos emeralds to achieve his goals.
We make our Dr. Eggman costume with a quality hoodie, black skinny-fit jeans, steampunk goggles and a few other accessories. This is a fantastic Haloween costume idea for men on the larger side or those who want to showcase their impressive facial hair.
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Lucius is the patriarch of the Malfoy family and one of the key members of the Death Eaters, a group of dark wizards committed to bringing about the return of Lord Voldemort and the subjugation of the muggle world.
This is a unique Halloween cosplay idea for hardcore Harry Potter fans. Discover how to make your own Lucius outfit, or a Lucius and Narcissa couples costume with our step-by-step DIY guides!
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As one of the most powerful X-Men, Wolverine has extreme regenerative abilities and near-immortality, if it were not for his adamantium skeleton poisoning him from the inside out.
Following the success of the summer blockbuster Deadpool & Wolverine, this is sure to be another hugely popular costume for men this Halloween. And we are fully here for it!
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Jorgen Von Strangle is the judge, jury, and executioner of The Fairly Odd Parents world. While most fairies are diminutive in size, Jorgen is a towering beast of a being and someone you definitely do not want to find yourself on the wrong side of.
Are you looking for a Halloween costume idea that will allow you to truly showcase your impressive physique? With combat pants, tight tank top, and studded accents, there is no need to look further than this look!
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Just like Captain America, Soldier Boy is the original super-enhanced human created by Vought Industries. Unlike Captain America, Soldier Boy shows little regard for the safety and well-being of others and his moral compass is dubious at best.
Our Soldier Boy costume might take a little more time to put together than some of our other looks but boy is it worth it! This could be one of the best Halloween outfits for men of 2024.
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After an unfortunate accident, regular middle-schooler Danny Fenton finds himself transformed into the half-ghost superhero Danny Phantom. Using his impressive abilities, Danny protects his school and town from ill-willed spectral foes.
This is a very easy Halloween costume idea that is perfect for last-minute parties of events. You will need a black bodysuit, white boots and a belt, and some fabric paint.
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Dexter is a pint-sized scientist with an intellect and inventing ability that far exceeds his diminutive size and age. Cartoon Network’s Dexter’s Laboratory was a childhood cornerstone for many millennials and that makes this a continually popular Halloween outfit.
Dress like Dexter in just seven steps with a white lab coat, black boots, and purple gauntlet gloves. Discover everything else you need in our dedicated outfit guide!
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Eustace Bagge is the grumpy owner of Courage the Cowardly Dog. Living on a farm in the small town of Knowhere, Eustace is blissfully unaware of the dangers that surround him or the lengths Courage will go to to keep him and Muriel safe.
This is another super quick and easy Halloween costume idea for men that can be made with as few as five accessories. Whether as a standalone look, or as part of a Muriel and Eustace couple costume, this is definitely one of our favorite outfits!
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As the sex-obsessed and perverted neighbor of the Griffins in Family Guy, Glenn Quagmire might be a morally ambiguous character but he sure does rock his iconic look.
Make your own Glenn Quagmire costume this Halloween with a red Hawaiian shirt and blue skinny jeans. That’s pretty much all there is to this super simple and easy look!
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Finn is the fearless hero of Adventure Time. Together with his best friend, Jake the Dog, Finn travels a colorful world of friends and foes while always managing to have a hilarious and interesting time.
We made our DIY Finn costume with just seven items including his instantly recognizable hat, backpack, and golden shortsword.
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Flynn is a charming and rugged character from Disney’s Entangled. As a more down-to-earth and relatable protagonist, Flynn subverts the typical Disney prince trope that dominated in many earlier animated movies.
Are you looking for a Disney-themed Halloween costume idea? This is a great look for kid-friendly parties or trick-or-treating as a family!
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As the chosen one, Anakin Skywalker was destined to bring balance to The Force and the conflict between Jedi and Sith. Instead, his emotional vulnerability led to him joining the Sith as the powerful Darth Vader.
Dress like Anakin Skywalker for Halloween with his classic Jedi robes, a killer lightsaber, and a couple more accessories covered in our step-by-step cosplay guide!
More Popular Male Halloween Outfits
Are you looking for the ultimate costume idea for Halloween 2024? Look no further! Here we have collected some of our most popular and trendy outfit guides for men of the year to give you all the inspiration you need to make this spooky season the best one yet!
From modern hits like Deadpool & Wolverine and Fallout to some of the most popular classic titles every year like Toy Story and Despicable Me, there is an outfit here for everyone!
