In a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, acclaimed filmmaker and comedian Jordan Peele discussed his love for Halloween and shared some memorable costumes from his childhood. Peele, who has become synonymous with the horror genre since the success of his breakthrough film “Get Out,” revealed that he is not as skilled at Halloween costumes as one might expect.
When asked about his Halloween traditions, Peele admitted, “I’m actually not as good at Halloween as you might think.” He explained that while he used to go all out with his costumes, he now finds it challenging to come up with creative ideas. Peele humorously explained, “It’s kind of like I do Halloween every other day of the year.” So, Halloween is his day off.
To showcase Peele’s Halloween spirit, Jimmy Fallon asked him to bring in some costumes from his childhood. Peele proudly presented a series of photos, showcasing his early talent for imaginative costumes. One standout costume was of Peele dressed as a poker table, complete with a plate of pretzels on his head. Peele humorously recalled getting stuck in the stairwell of his home, trying to trick-or-treat.
Another memorable costume was Peele’s portrayal of a half-devil, half-angel, which he described as a complicated costume. Peele joked, “When your kid wants to dress like this, you know you have problems on your hands.” He also revealed that his Beetlejuice costume was not store-bought but rather assembled from items found in the garbage, showcasing his dedication to going all out for Halloween.
In addition to discussing Halloween costumes, Peele also engaged in a fun game called the “Blind Rank Horror Challenge.” Fallon presented Peele with a list of horror movie titles and asked him to rank them without knowing which movie was associated with each title. Peele confidently ranked “The Exorcist” as number two, citing its reputation as one of the greatest horror films of all time. He placed “Psycho” at number three, followed by “The Shining” at number four.
The surprise came when Peele ranked “Nightmare on Elm Street” at number one, explaining that it held a special place in his heart from his childhood. He concluded the game by revealing that his own film, “Get Out,” would be ranked at number five. The audience applauded Peele’s choices, showcasing their agreement with his rankings.
During his appearance, Peele also discussed his involvement in the reboot of the popular prank show “Scare Tactics.” He explained his fascination with the show, which explores how people justify staying in creepy situations. Peele shared his excitement for bringing back the show and studying people’s reactions to scare pranks.
With his incredible talent for horror storytelling and his hilarious anecdotes about Halloween costumes, Jordan Peele continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of humor and terror. Whether it’s through his unforgettable films or his upcoming projects, Peele has truly mastered the art of entertainment.
