When Jordan and his dad are in the living room, his dad falls asleep with the TV on. A famous movie line is heard, "They're coming to get you Barbara", from Night of the Living Dead (1968).
Syl's little free library is modeled after the Myers House from Halloween (1978).
The last names of both the main girls are the last names of famous horror directors. Brianna Hildebrands character's last name is inspired by Sean Cunningham, the director most known for Friday the 13th, and Alexandra Shipps character's last name is inspired by Tobe Hooper, the director most known for Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
The aluminum foil stars at the prom are a reference to Carrie (1976).
Archie Comics and Riverdale were a source of inspiration for the town of Rosedale. Craig is purposefully dressed to look like Archie, Sadie and McKayla are both cheerleaders (like Betty and Veronica) and the popular teen hangout is the juice bar, which is a contemporary version of a malt shoppe.