Which Hunchback Movie Poster is the Scariest??? A Ranking

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It’s Halloween!

So this years let’s rank which of the main Hunchback movies has the “scariest” movie poster. None of these are actually scary or even remotely spooky but some skews more towards a “scary look.” Scary looking can mean a lot different things like grotesque, dread, moodiness, use of dark colors and shadows, or having a sense of mystery. Heck even that “monster movie” look would work towards looking scary.

Posters were based on which one IMDB uses because some of these versions have a few posters. This also meant to be fun and the ranking isn’t about how good the poster is.

#8. The Disney Version

Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster
Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster

This bright and very cheerful poster depicts all the characters and their personality. Nothing scary about this one. Frollo does look ominous but more like he ready to make a high stake deal rather than what he actually does in the movie.

#7. Quasimodo d’el Paris (1999)

Quasimodo d'el Paris Movie Poster
Quasimodo d’el Paris Movie Poster

Defiantly a poster for a comedy movie. It does have a bit of mystery with Quasimodo facing away but that does add much to the “scary gothic factor.”

#6. The 1977 Version

1977 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster
1977 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

A little odd that Esmeralda is cast in shadows and Quasimodo’s face is highlighted. While the muted tones help, this poster is for a drama.

#5. The Hunchback (1997)

1997 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster
1997 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

Nice moody colors but otherwise not scary. At least Quasimodo is not super illuminated even though he is a focal point even though his pose doesn’t add any scariness.

#4. The 1982 Version

1982 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster
1982 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

This defiantly has a moodiness. It MIGHT have ranked a little higher if Quasimodo had been in shadows.

#3. The 1923 Version

1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster picture image
1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

Notice how Quasimodo is in shadows which adds a mystique? Again it doesn’t really read “scary” or monster movie but there is a nice tension with Esmeralda being unaware of the on-lookers behind her.

#2. The 1956 Version

1956 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster
1956 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster

Finally a “monster movie” vibe. Quasimodo and Esmeralda’s pose is quintessential 1950’s monster movie poster. Though the vibe is soften with the other aspects of the poster but it very much trying to invoke “monster movie.”

#1. The 1939 Version

1939 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster
1939 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster

Quasimodo draped in shadows looming over Esmeralda is the “scariest” these posters get. It’s at least gives Quasimodo a menacing mystique to draw an audience into the movie. It has that 1930s era monster vibe similar to the King Kong’s poster.

Happy Halloween

11 Unusual Disney Hunchback Halloween Costumes Ideas

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While Disney Esmeralda is a gold standard for a compelling Halloween costume, Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame does offer some more unexpected costume ideas. They range in complexity from items that may already be in your closet to more elaborate designs.

These are in no order but the last one might be the most scary one of all……

1. Djali

Djali Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Djali, Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

Djali is the best (a Literal GOAT.) One could get a goat costume and add the gold hoop earring or you could do a cute Disneybounding type look with a cute gray outfit, goat ears and the earring, sort like the SNL A Girl’s Halloween skit.

You could also so the same with Achilles and copy his bridle but less people might get it unless you were with a Phoebus

2 & 3. The Guards

Brute and Oaf Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Brute and Oaf Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

Often called the Brutish and Oafish Guard these two a very mean and hostile in the movie. Basically a medieval knight costume and one has a bushy mustache. Could be very fun as a duo.

Bonus points if you do a Patrick Star impression, if you know than you know.

4. The Old Heretic

The Old Heretic Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
The Old Heretic Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

The Old Heretic is a running gag throughout the movie. It’s a fairly easy costume with tattered clothing and a white bread.

Bonus points to those who include some kind of prison prop to the costume like a cage or a pillory.

5. Fire Vision Esmeralda

Esmeralda as a fire demon dancing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Damee picture image
Esmeralda as a fire demon dancing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

This is a really cool variation of Esmeralda. In Hellfire, Frollo sees visions of her dancing in the flames. One could do this costume in a few ways like one her costumes but in lightweight fabrics to suggests flames. I love this idea so much.

6. Creepy Hellfire Judge

Frollo singing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Frollo singing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

This would be so wonderfully creepy, especially as a group of them with someone dressed up as Frollo. Really this one is pretty simple, it’s dark red hooded cloak with a blacked out face mask. I also love this idea

7. Creepy Statue

Frollo and Notre Dame Bells Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Frollo stares at Notre Dame during the Bells of Notre Dame FDisney Hunchback of Notre Dame

The way the statues stare down at Frollo in damning judgment is very chilling indeed. This idea is more conceptual than actually a recognizable part of the movie but you may have fun as a creepy judgment statue.

8. Nightmarish Gargoyle

Another one of Frollo’s hallucination as costume idea. Basically this idea is the hellish, nightmare gargoyle that casts Frollo into a figurative hell. This gargoyle is a nice contrast from the comedy trio.

9. The Torturer

Frollo with Phoebus Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

A bit character to be sure but this guy is scary as he loves what he does. The costume is simple and similar to guards but with a black hood, a whip, spike gauntlets, plus a mustache. Doesn’t have a lot of screen time but he makes an impression as he adds to Frollo’s sick sense of humor.

Worst case scenario everyone thinks you’re a torturer and can’t place your costume from the movie but that can be you’re own little secret.

10. The Church Lady

Frollo's Female Doppelganger singing a line in God Help the Outcast Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
A Noble Lady, God Help the Outcast Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

This could be a harder costume to make but it could be an interesting costume. She does bare a slight resemblance to Frollo too.

11. Madeline

Madeline Tight Rope Walking Hunchback of Notre Dame Sequel II 2 picture Image Disney
Madeline, Hunchback of Notre Dame II Disney

Nothing is scarier than a Straight-to-Video Disney sequel, so why not lean in to it and dress up a Madeline. It’s not too hard of a costume as it consists of a light-green skirt and bodice with white sleeves and a short blonde wig. I’m terrified just thinking about the Hunchback II.

Would you dress up as any of these for a costume party?

Esmeralda’s Green Dress for Halloween

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As it’s the spooky season and I already did a Fleur de Lys Costume post last year, I thought why not do an Esmeralda from Notre Dame de Paris Costume post?


Esmeralda wears two costumes in Notre Dame de Paris; her green act one costume and her white prisoner costume in act two. If you WANT to get super technical there are two other “costumes” she wears. One is a weird lab coat-looking costume as seen in the original 1998 Paris production and a red rose costume worn in London and Russian promotional pictures.

Helene Segara as Esmeralda Notre Dame de Paris design by Fred Sathal


This post is just going to focus on the green dress. There are a few takes on the this costume and for even more info you can read this article. Very simply there is the swirl-like velvet version and then the takes on that version which use some form of pattern, mainly tonal florals. Then there is the Italian version which uses patchwork lace. And lastly there the 2016 redesign.

The green color can appear more like golden-olive green but darker tones can be used like in Korean version. 

However there are a few design elements that remain consistence. Her dress is is an A-line silhouette with a v-neck with 3/4 bell-sleeves, and is roughly floor length with a high slit up the leg. There can be sparkly details like metallic thread or sequins. Italian version however doesn’t have an sparkly embellishments. 

These picks are more based on over-all vibes rather than getting an exact matching dress which would need to be sewn. Also not including the redesign version as it a very unique dress.

Dress options for Original Velvet Paris Version

Esmeralda Helene Segara Bohemienne Notre Dame de Paris picture image


Option #1: MEROKEETY Women’s V Neck Wrap Velvet Maxi Dress Bell Sleeve 


Option #2: WaterDress Women’s Velvet Prom Dress with Sleeves Slit V Neck


Option #3: Ever-Pretty Women’s Retro Evening Gown A Line V-Neck Wrap Velvet Long Formal Dress


Option #4: BerryGo Women’s Velvet V Neck Wrap Semi Formal Dress Cocktail Party Maxi Dress


Option #5: Adrianna Papell Women’s Burnout Velvet Gown


Dress Options for Pattern Versions

Sandrine as Esmeralda

This version was harder than I thought it would be


Option #1: Simplee Women’s Boho Floral Maxi Dress


Option #2: Simplee Women’s Velvet Maxi Dress V Neck Short Sleeve Empire Waist Semi Formal Long Cocktail Dress


Option #3: Amegoya Women’s Velvet Short Sleeve V Neck Formal Maxi Dress


Option #4: BTFBM Women’s Boho Cocktail Maxi Dress


Option #5: Sparkly Sequin Mermaid Prom Dresses for Women with Slit Long Sleeve Evening Party Gown


Dress Options for Lace Version 

Lola Ponce as Esmeralda Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Lola Ponce as Esmeralda


Option #1: REPHYLLIS Women’s V Neck Lace Vintage Formal Bridesmaid Wedding Long Dress


Option #2: VFSHOW Womens Off Shoulder Bell Sleeve Formal Evening Wedding Party Maxi Dress


Option #3: Prom Dresses with Slit Pocket V Neck Lace Long Ball Gown 3/4 Sleeves Satin Formal Party Gown


Option #4: Miao Duo Women’s Floral Lace Appliques 3/4 Sleeve Mother of The Bride Dresses Long V Neck Formal Dress


Option #5: 3/4 Sleeve Mother of The Bride Dresses for Wedding A Line V Neck Long Chiffon Lace Sequin Formal Evening Dress


Wig Options

Bada as Esmeralda Korean version Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Bada as Esmeralda Korean version Notre Dame de Paris


Notre Dame de Paris Esmeralda has darker hair compared to Fleur de Lys. Most of the time it’s the performer’s natural hair but wigs are used. The Wigs are dark brown, black or even reddish tones. Her hair is traditionally long with some form of wave to it. If you hair is already long and a darker shade, you’re good but if not you don’t need a wig if you don’t want to wear one. 

Fun Fact: There has been at least one Esmeralda who has rocked short hair, Melanie Renaud.


Wig Option #1: Esmee Long Wavy Black Wigs for Women Natuaral Synthetic Hair Heat Resistant Brunette Wig


Wig Option #2: WIGNEE Long Red Wig Middle Part Dark Red Wig 26 Inches Long Wavy Wig


Wig Option #3: Black Wigs for Women Long Wavy Middle Part Full Wigs Halloween Cosplay Synthetic Wig

May your Halloween be fill of Costumes and Candy. Have Fun!

DIYing Esmeralda’s White Costume

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Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre dame picture image
Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

As it’s the Spooky Halloween season and since I’ve done a DIY buying guide for Disney Esmeralda’s costume that she wears throughout the movie and her red performance dress, I thought why not do her prisoner costume that she wears at the climatic end of the movie. 

This costume is very simple as it’s just white short sleeves dress with a brown rope belt. However like most things in life the devil is in the details. For instance you can add tears and burn marks to make it all your own.

Phoebus and Esmeralda Happy Ending Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Phoebus and Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

Her costume is a white dress that is super simple, undecorated with short sleeve. No frills & very minimal. You could already have something like it in your own closet but if you don’t;

Dress option #1: FANDEE Maxi Dress for Women Short Sleeve Summer Dress

Dress option #2: Made By Johnny Women Short Sleeve Loose Plain Casual Long Maxi Dress

Dress option #3: GRECERELLE Women’s Casual Loose Pocket Long Dress Short Sleeve Split Maxi Dress

Dress option #4: STYLEWORD Women’s 2024 Summer Maxi Cold Shoulder Sundress Long Dress

Dress option #5: VIISHOW Women’s Short Sleeve Loose Plain Maxi Dresses Casual Long Dress

Esmeralda, Quasimodo and Phoebus Disney Hunchback of Notre dame picture image
Esmeralda, Quasimodo and Phoebus, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)


For the belt you want rope belt in brown.

Belt option #1: Simple Cotton long Waist Rope Tie Belt

Belt option #2: TIESOME Women’s Tassel Braided Waist Belt

Belt option #3: L’VOW Long Rope Ring Knotted Belt for Women

Of course you just get some brown craft rope or cording and simply tie it around your waist. 

Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre dame picture image
Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

And don’t forget a wig. Her hair is down in this costume so you don’t need the pink scarf. 

Wig option #1: 26 Inches Black Lace Front Wig Natural Long Wavy Synthetic Hair Wig for Cosplay Party Halloween (black)

Wig option #2: Onedor Long Hair Curly Wavy Full Head Halloween Wigs Cosplay Costume Party Hairpiece (1#-Black)

Wig option #3: 13×4 Lace Front Wigs Black Lace Frontal Wig Natural Wave Pre Plucked Tiny Knots 26 Inch Pre-layered Long Wavy Synthetic Lace Wig

Wig option #4: MapofBeauty 28 Inch/70 cm Long Wavy Middle Part with No Bangs Synthetic Fiber Curly Fashion Women Party Cosplay Wig (Black)

Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

Esmeralda white dress does have tears in it. Mostly around the neck, the hem, and at the shoulder and knee. However I think you can be creative as your wish with the amount you add and how much distressing you do to the dress. There are loads of distressing tutorials online and youtube.


If you opt to do burn marks be safe! Materials like cotton can burn and leave marks but synthetic fibers (i.e. polyester) will just melt. I recommend just going for the look of burns rather than actually putting a flame to it. Don’t be like Frollo; Fire isn’t the solution and can lead to serious injury. Do not risk your health and wellness for a costume.  

For some non-fire option, Lumber Crayons are a good one option though it won’t come out. Or you could try black eye shadow  or a special effect make-up palette.

Djali, Esmeralda, and Phoebus Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Djali, Esmeralda, and Phoebus, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

Since this dress isn’t as iconic as Esmeralda’s other costumes, you can be a little more creative in whatever details you choose to add so have fun with it but try to avoid flames.

Feast of Fools Reveals 2023

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Clopin during the Feast of Fools Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Clopin during the Feast of Fools, Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

Every year the Reveals perform at the historical Sanders Theater at Harvard University. Their shows are to celebrate the winter season with traditional songs and dance. For the 2023 season, the show is the based on The Feast of Fools. Their write-up even calls it “Topsy-Tursy.” Because you know why.

The Reveals’ music has long been a part of my holiday season for a very long time so I’m overjoyed to know they are taking inspiration from The Feast of Fool for their new show.

And if you can’t make the Journey to to olde Harvard, they offer virtual performances.

Have a Magical & Adventurous Halloween this year

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It’s the culmination of the Spooky Season, Halloween.

The characters of the Magical Adventures of Quasimodo wear a lot of disguises. Heck, in episode eight they have a Halloween-like festival. What are they all wearing this year for “Witches Eve???”

Whose Costume would Win Best Costume?

Quasimodo as Aladdin…maybe?

Quasimodo in costume with Azarof, The Magical Adventures of Quasimodo Episode 1
Quasimodo in costume with Azarof

Not really sure what Quasimodo is dressed up here. The fez makes it look like an Aladdin costume. It’s defiantly a look though.

Esmeralda as a Frightful Old Lady

Esmeralda as an Old Lady,The Magical Adventures of Quasimodo, Episode 24
Esmeralda as an Old Lady

This is the first time that a Quasimodo calls an Esmeralda “ugly.” However that means it’s a convincing costume.

Frollo as The Reaper

Frollo looking Scary, The Magical Adventures of Quasimodo Episode 1
Frollo looking Scary

Classic Frollo! If wasn’t for the scythe this could have been a Phantom of the opera costume.

François as a Spooky Ghost

Spooky Ghost François, The Magical Adventures of Quasimodo, Episode 22 The Oracle
Spooky Ghost François

François even has a lighting effect.

Dennis as a Delightful Bird

Dennis as a Bird,The Magical Adventures of Quasimodo Episode 1
Dennis as a Bird

A cockatiel maybe?

The King as a Strutting Peacock

The King as a Peacock, The Magical Adventures of Quasimodo Episode 1
The King as a Peacock

Seems correct for a King to be a Peacock.

Happy Halloween!!!!!

The most Barbie costume in Notre Dame – Halloween 2023

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So you want to fit in with all the Barbie costumes this Halloween but still want to have a costume related to Hunchback?

That is a very unique and super niche problem. To be a fair a pink Esmeralda look COULD work very well. There is also the fact that Esmeralda, Phoebus and Quasimodo were all given the doll treatment.

But which character from a version of Hunchback of Notre Dame has that stereotypical Barbie look? Who is blonde and wears pink? The Answer is….

Julie Zenatti as Fleur de Lys Notre Dame de Paris
Julie Zenatti as Fleur de Lys Notre Dame de Paris

Notre Dame de Paris’ Fleur de Lys . Fleur de Lys’ costume in this version is relatively simple, especially the design from 1998-2015. It’s consists of a pink sleeveless dress with darker pink dye marks and some sparse crystal details. The length is a dealer’s choice as you can make it mid-calf to floor length. Also low-high (or high-low) hemlines are fine as they are used in some productions. Though if you want, you can go shorter. If you already have a sleeveless pink dress, or gown, in your closet go for that one but if you don’t have a pink dress on-hand here are some options.

Try to avoid dresses with boho styles as that doesn’t fit Fleur de Lys. Think classic or even glam looks.

Pink Dress Options

Lilly-Jane Young as Fleur de Lys 2012 Asian Tour Cast Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Lilly-Jane Young as Fleur de Lys 2012 Asian Tour Cast Notre Dame de Paris

Pink Dress option #1: LILLUSORY Womens Summer Casual Slip Dresses Spaghetti Strap Bodycon Maxi Dress

Pink Dress option #2: Yexinbridal Spaghetti Straps Prom Dress Long Satin Beaded V-Neck Formal Evening Party Ball Gowns with Pockets

Pink Dress option #3: Litherday Silk Nightgown for Women Long Satin Slip Dress Nightdress Silky Chemise Nightie Soft V Neck Nightwear

On to Shoes

Julie Zenatti as Fleur-de-Lys with Patrick Fiori as Phoebus, Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Julie Zenatti as Fleur-de-Lys with Patrick Fiori as Phoebus, Notre Dame de Paris

For shoes any type of heel can work so long as it’s pink. This is a “Think Pink” costume. To be honest as long as the shoe is pink go for it. Maybe not a sneakers though.

Pink Heel option #1: DREAM PAIRS Women’s Chunk Low Heel Pump Sandals

Pink Heel option #2: J. Adams Dove Ankle Strap Womens Heels, Stiletto Heels

Pink Heel option #3: DREAM PAIRS Women’s Kitten Heel Slingback Pointed Closed Toe Low Stiletto Heels Dress Bridal Elegant Wedding Pumps Shoes

The Hair

Anne Meson as Fleur de Lys in the Las Vegas Cast Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Anne Meson as Fleur de Lys in the Las Vegas Cast Notre Dame de Paris

In Notre Dame de Paris, Fleur de Lys is typically blonde, the foil to Esmeralda. Some productions however opted to have Fleur de Lys use their natural hair colors. In those productions the Fleur de Lys straighten their locks and the Esmeralda has wavy hair. So if you don’t not want to wear a wig or dye your hair at least straighten it. You can also add flowers or crystal into your hairstyle.

Blonde Wig option #1: Short Blonde Wig with Bangs Wavy Bob Wig with Bangs for Women Loose Wavy Shoulder Length Honey Blonde 

Blonde Wig option #2: ENTRANCED STYLES Blonde wig with Bangs, Long Straight Wigs

Blonde Wig option #3: Long Blonde Wavy Synthetic Lace Front Wig Middle Part Lace Wigs Synthetic Hair Wig 

Details

If you’re feeling bold you can add abstract dark pink paint detail with fabric paint and add crystals. Also in the original production Fleur de Lys wore a crystal bracelet. It’s very delicate looking and not made from beads.

If you would rather just go more book-accurate Fleur de Lys costume you can, just make it 15th century style princess and try to get a hennin headpiece.

New Quasimodo Monster Merch for Halloween

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It’s been a while since I have offered new Merch for my Zazzle store.

The idea behind these designs was inspired by “movie monsters” and Quasimodo dressing up like them for Halloween. It is meant to be cute and silly. There is are Zombie, a Mummy and Dracula/Vampire designs.

Quasimodo as a Zombie

Quasimodo as a Mummy

(the hieroglyphs phonetically spell “Quasimodo” (at least I hope they do) and the irony of latin being depicted in Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs is not totally lost on me)

Quasimodo as Dracula or a Vampire

Bonus Vampire Socks

Lastly not for Halloween but a new Keychain using Esmeralda’s color scheme.

It’s Not the Worst Valentine’s Day Ever

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Valentine’s Day! It’s either one of the most romantic days of the year, a stressful day that you forgot about till JUST now, or the bane of your existence.

Whatever the day means you go treat yourself with chocolate or any other treat you prefer.

Side note (slightly personal)- I love Galavant, wish it had a third season, it should have gotten a third season. I have seen it twice and I tried to rewatch it back in May 2022 BUT due to circumstances I couldn’t get back into it at that point. Maybe in future but I still love the songs and the vibe.