# Movie Franchise Masks The Ghostbusters Slimer Halloween Mask Brings Back the 80s Cult Classic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2014-10-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghostbusters-slimer-halloween-mask References: [geekologie](http://geekologie.com/2014/10/getting-slimed-ghostbusters-slimer-hallo.php) & [rubies](http://rubies.com/item/?n=49988) If you're looking for an easy yet effective [Halloween costume idea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx) this year, then look no further than the Ghostbusters Slimer Halloween Mask, which not only looks goofy as can be but will have everyone talking once again about the cult classic movie franchise. Designed to look just like the lovable yet slimy character from the film, the Ghostbusters Slimer Halloween Mask places your face into the mouth of Slimer for pure goofy goodness. Featuring tiny arms that reach out from the bottom sides, the Ghostbusters Slimer Halloween Mask is probably one of the few masks out there that only encompasses your head but is technically a [full costume](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-costume); Slimer's entire body engulfs your head. Easy or what? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Halloween Costume Masks:** Opportunity to create unique and fun Halloween masks based on popular movie franchises. - **Nostalgic Movie Merchandise:** Opportunity to capitalize on the nostalgia trend by creating merchandise from cult classic movies. - **Interactive Costume Accessories:** Opportunity to design costume accessories that engage with the wearer, such as masks with movable arms. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Costume and Party Supplies:** Opportunity for costume and party supply retailers to expand their offerings with movie franchise masks. - **Film and Entertainment:** Opportunity for film and entertainment companies to create and market merchandise based on beloved cult classic movies. - **Toy and Collectibles:** Opportunity for toy and collectible manufacturers to produce masks and other merchandise inspired by iconic movie characters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sinister Comic Series Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goblin-helmet.md) - [Comedic Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-ghostbusters-sneakers.md) - [Halloween-Ready Animatronic Line-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-animatronics.md) - [Spooky Film-Inspired Halloween Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice-costumes.md) - [Ghostly Cinematic Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-ghostbusters-collection.md) - [Paranormal Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journal-standard-2.md) - [Ghost Hunter Cosplay Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haslab-ghostbusters-plasma-series-spengler-proton-pack.md) - [Retro Night Vision Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurassic-park-goggles.md) - [Snack-Inspired Mascot Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snackstume.md)