Movie Monsters: Meridian (1990)

The elegant werewolf costume seen here may look familiar, as it was later used in Francis Ford Coppola's Dracula. Meridian is a stylish and atmospheric Gothic tale that director Charles Band had fashioned after the Harlequin novels of love and romance. Why is the beast from Meridian your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953)

From the Arctic depths comes The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms, on a collision course for New York City! This monstrous beast was brought to life by the great Ray Harryhausen in one of his earliest works. Why is the Beast one of your favorite movie monsters?

Movie Monsters: The Black Waters of Echo's Pond (2009)

As terrible and painfully uneventful as the film may be, The Black Waters of Echo's Pond has one hell of a creature costume for the manipulative spirit, Pan, as seen in the image above. Why is Pan your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (2010)

Young Sally is terrified to learn that these mean-spirited little imps have finally been freed from the ash pit beneath her father's new home. And now, they want her to join them! Why are the creatures from Don't Be Afraid of the Dark your favorite movie monsters?

Movie Monsters: The Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)

Although he was the last in Universal's long line of classic monsters, The Creature from the Black Lagoon is certainly not least when it comes to memorable costuming and design. This full-bodied suit is one of the most impressive feats of the early 1950s, especially when it becomes submerged for the underwater sequences. Why is the Creature your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Tremors 2 (1996)

The giant subterranean worms have evolved in Tremors 2, leaving behind these two-legged offspring that hunt using heat-vision. Why are the Shriekers your favorite movie monsters?

Movie Monsters: Ginger Snaps (2000)

Here we see Ginger fully transformed into a snarling shewolf. This unique design is one of the few quadrupedal werewolves to be featured using traditional practical effects and wire work. Why is Ginger your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Ghostbusters (1984)

Zuul is one of two gatekeepers for the monstrous deity, Gozer, pictured here in the 1984 comedy, Ghostbusters! Why is Zuul your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Godzilla vs Hedorah (1971)

Hedorah may look cuddly enough for a big ball of pollution, but this nasty bugger is one of the few villains in the Godzilla series to actually kill several of his victims in a grisly fashion on-screen. Hedorah is also one of the few Godzilla villains to undergo several incredible transformations throughout the film. Why is Hedorah your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Donnie Darko (2001)

Who or what is hiding behind that horrible mask in Donnie Darko? Frank the Bunny is a mysterious and distrustful guide to young Donnie, and his grim facade lends a chilling mood to the film as Donnie attempts to sort out his meaning in life. What makes Frank the Bunny your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Ghoulies 2 (1988)

The Ghoulies are back in this outlandish sequel! Producer Charles Band goes back to the toilet after alienating parents across the nation by making their children scared to go to the bathroom. Why are the Ghoulies your favorite movie monsters?

Movie Monsters: Gorgo (1961)

Gorgo strikes downtown London after its baby is kidnapped by greedy merchants! This giant monster movie is a staple in English Horror cinema, and an overlooked classic that rivals many of the Godzilla entries. Why is Gorgo your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Mutants (2009)

These misshapen monsters rip through their victims with an animalistic ferocity in Mutants, from 2009. What makes the mutants your favorite movie monsters?

Movie Monsters: Salem's Lot (1979)

Stephen King's fanged fiend comes to life in the televised mini-series, Salem's Lot. Why is Mr. Barlow your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Fright Night 2 (1988)

Fright Night 2 has fallen into an undeserved obscurity, despite more fantastic special effects and costuming, like the werewolf seen here scaling the dormitory wall. See Charley Brewster and Peter Vincent's return for a second bout against their fanged adversaries!

Movie Monsters: Gargoyles (1972)

This little known made-for-TV movie features a wide variety of impressive costume designs from a young Stan Winston.

Movie Monsters: Earth vs the Spider (2001)

Scott Ziehl's underrated creature feature calls back to the monster movies of the 1950s, along with the David Cronenberg classic, The Fly. Don't get caught in this spider's web!

Movie Monsters: The Fly (1986)

The masterful effects work in The Fly make this one of the most memorable monster designs of the 1980s! Why is Brundlefly your favorite movie monster?

Movie Monsters: Night of the Demon (1980)

Some secrets are best left hidden, as this group of teens found out after encountering Big Foot in Night of the Demon! Don't let the terrible costume fool you, Night of the Demon was gory enough in the 80's to get banned in Britain as one of the infamous Video Nasties!

Movie Monsters: Godzilla Final Wars (2006)

The spiked Anguirus returns for a final bout in Godzilla Final Wars! The revamped creature design is more mobile and expressive than ever before, giving Anguirus a fighting edge against his adversaries. Why is Anguirus your favorite movie monster?