Hellboy's big, red, and ready to fight this Halloween, when he's not posing for tabloid exposure spreads, of course. Hellboy Halloween costumes have become quite popular in recent years, thanks in part to a series of movies starring the character. If you are looking for a costume suitable for fighting paranormal crime, you've come to the right place. Check out the links on this page for a list of online retailers and some do-it-yourself tips to make your Hellboy costume the hit of the party this Halloween.

To help create the perfect Hellboy costume that you and your friends can enjoy, follow these tips to make sure you have all of the important elements of a the costume. Your Hellboy costume should include red body paint, a devil tail, sanded down horns that should be attached to your forehead, a black beard and sideburns and a fake cigar to carry around in your mouth. Wear a tan trench coat, black leather pants and a box of kittens (stuffed animals will work fine). Hellboy also has a noted fondness for Baby Ruth candy bars, so you might want to include one (which will provide a nifty snack if you get hungry later).

One key element of a Hellboy costume involves making his large right arm. If you don't have time to construct an elaborate arm for your costume, layer thick gloves on your right hand to give the illusion that it is much bigger.