It's Halloween meaning many of us have turned our minds to the more ghoulish and macabre elements of life. So, settle in. It's time to revel in tales of horror and suspense — both on Earth, and beyond.
Astronomers and scientists have occasionally satiated their fascination with the uncanny by comparing celestial objects with creatures of mythology and folklore. The most obvious example of this is with the constellations, but it certainly doesn't stop there! Here, we list some of these cosmic monsters — but that's not all. If exploring the eerie universe has you craving a horror-filled evening at home, Space.com has you covered. For each frightening object listed, we've curated a lovely horror film pairing.
