Halloween is the perfect time for families to gather and enjoy some spooky, fun-filled movies that are just the right amount of fright for kids. Whether you’re looking for animated favorites or live-action adventures, this list of Halloween movies for kids is packed with options of all ages. Pop some popcorn, dim the lights, and dive into one or more of these family-friendly Halloween classics!
30-plus, family-friendly Halloween movies to watch with your kids that won’t keep them up all night
For Younger Kids (3 & up)
Spookley the Square Pumpkin, 2005 (Netflix)
Spookley the Square Pumpkin, 2005 (Netflix)Based on the book of the same name, Spookley the Square Pumpkin is a heartwarming animated film about a square-shaped pumpkin who, despite feeling different from the round pumpkins, learns to embrace his uniqueness. Spookley is fun for all ages.
Toy Story of Terror, 2013 (Disney+)
In this thrilling short film, Woody, Buzz and friends face an unexpected adventure at a roadside motel as they uncover a mystery when one of their friends goes missing. The film includes some stressful moments and mild jump scares.
Room on the Broom, 2012 (Apple TV)
Room on the Broom is a charming tale about new friends. A kind witch, her cat and some new animal friends work together to outsmart a fierce dragon.
Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest, 2013 (Prime)
In classic Curious George style, George with the help of friends investigates the legend of No Noggin, a mysterious scarecrow who kicks off people’s hats. This endearing film captured my family’s hearts and became an annual tradition for many years.
Hotel Transylvania series (Prime)
In the Hotel Transylvania series, Dracula, who runs a luxurious hotel for monsters, navigates the challenges of family, friendship, love and the humorous dynamics between humans and monsters.
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, 1966 (Apple TV+)
This animated classic has enchanted families for many years with its themes of faith and individuality. Follow along as Linus eagerly awaits the arrival of the mythical Great Pumpkin on Halloween night, while Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang celebrate with trick-or-treating and a Halloween party.
Coco, 2017 (Disney+)
Produced by Pixar Animation Studios, Coco is a vibrantly animated film about a young boy named Miguel who journeys to the Land of the Dead to uncover a family legacy.
Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie, 2005 (Disney+)
In a delightful adventure, Pooh and friends go on a Halloween quest to find a missing pumpkin and discover how bravery and friendship can turn fears into fun.
Monsters, Inc. series (Disney+)
The Monsters, Inc. series centers on the monsters Sulley and Mike, who work at a factory that generates power by scaring children. The series explores their adventures in both the monster and human worlds, focusing on themes of friendship and bravery.
For Older Kids (6 & up)
Monster House, 2006 (Hulu, Prime)
Monster House, 2006 (Hulu, Prime)Monster House is a spooky animated film about three kids who discover that a creepy, haunted house in their neighborhood is actually alive, leading them on a daring mission
The Addams Family, 2019 (Prime, Paramount Plus)
The Addams Family follows the quirky, loving family as they embrace their eccentric lifestyle, often baffling outsiders with their ghoulish sense of humor.
Goosebumps, 2015 (Netflix, Prime)
Fans of the book series will love this movie. A teenager named Zach teams up with his neighbor, R.L. Stine, the famous author of the series, to stop the monsters from Stine’s books after they accidentally come to life.
Casper, 1995 (Peacock)
Casper is a childhood cult classic for many elder millennials. In this heartwarming story, Casper, a friendly ghost, befriends a young girl named Kat when she and her father move into a mansion. The pair navigate challenges of the living and supernatural while uncovering secrets about friendship, family and moving on.
Paranorman, 2012 (Prime)
This animated film follows a boy named Norman who can see and communicate with ghosts. Norman must use his unique ability to try to save his town.
Coraline, 2009 (Max, Prime)
Coraline is a dark fantasy film about a young girl who discovers a secret door in her new home, leading to an alternate world that seems perfect at first but hides a sinister secret
Hocus Pocus, 1993 (Disney+) & Hocus Pocus 2, 2022 (Disney+)
Hocus Pocus is a Halloween comedy about three mischievous witches, the Sanderson sisters, who are accidentally resurrected in modern-day Salem by a group of kids and must be stopped before they drain the life force of children to regain their youth and power. In the much-anticipated sequel Hocus Pocus 2, the Sanderson sisters return to try to become more powerful than ever, but three high school students team up to stop them.
E.T. the Extra Terrestrial, 1982 (Prime, Vudu)
A young boy named Elliott discovers and befriends a stranded alien, E.T., and helps him evade government capture while trying to find a way for E.T. to return home.
Dreamworks Spooky Stories 1 & 2 (Netlfix)
These collections of animated shorts feature popular DreamWorks characters in fun and silly Halloween-them adventures.
Scooby-Doo, 2002 (Max, Prime)
Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang reunite for a trip to a spooky island resort, where they uncover a sinister plot involving a masked villain and a series of ghostly occurrences.
The Dog Who Saved Halloween, 2011 (Prime, Peacock)
A clever and courageous dog named Zeus, along with his family, must thwart a plan by a group of burglars trying to steal valuable items, all while navigating spooky and humorous situations.
Frankenweenie, 2012 (Disney+)
In a stop-motion adventure, a young boy named Victor brings his beloved dog, Sparky, back to life using science.
Corpse Bride, 2005 (Prime, Apple TV)
A young man named Victor accidentally proposes to a deceased bride while rehearsing his wedding vows in the woods, leading him into the eerie world of the dead where he must navigate both the living and the deceased to find his true love and restore harmony.
Double, Double, Toil and Trouble, 2003 (Prime, Apple TV)
Twin sisters go on a magical quest to rescue their parents from a wicked witch’s curse.
Halloweentown, 2004 (Disney+)
Marnie, a teen girl, discovers she comes from a family of witches and must help save the enchanted town from an evil force.
Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, 2005 (Netflix, Prime)
Inventor Wallace and his loyal dog Gromit run a pest control service to protect their village’s prized vegetables from a mysterious giant rabbit, uncovering a whimsical and thrilling adventure as they try to solve the mystery and save the day.
The Nightmare Before Christmas, 1993 (Disney+)
Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, becomes bored with Halloween and stumbles upon Christmas Town, leading him to take over Christmas with unintended and chaotic results.
Spirited Away, 2002 (Max, Prime)
A young girl named Chihiro, while moving to a new home, finds herself trapped in a mysterious and magical world of spirits and gods.
Muppets Haunted Mansion, 2021 (Disney+)
In this quirky Halloween special, the Muppets visit a spooky haunted mansion where they encounter ghosts and ghouls while trying to solve the mystery of the mansion’s curse.
The House With A Clock in Its Walls, 2018 (Prime, Apple TV)
In this fantasy film, a young boy moves into his uncle’s eerie and magical house, only to discover that it contains a hidden clock counting down to a catastrophic event.
For Tweens/teens (11 & up)
Beetlejuice, 1988 (Apple TV) & Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, 2024 (in theatres)
Beetlejuice, 1988 (Apple TV) & Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, 2024 (in theatres)Beetlejuice is a dark comedy about a mischievous ghost, Beetlejuice, who teams up with his human friend Lydia to navigate the bizarre and spooky Netherworld while causing chaos and pulling pranks.
Don’t Look Under the Bed, 1999 (Disney+)
Don’t Look Under the Bed is a Disney Channel horror-comedy about a teenage girl who teams up with an imaginary friend to stop a boogeyman terrorizing her town and framing her for pranks.
Ghostbusters series (Prime, Peacock)
The Ghostbusters movies follow a group of eccentric scientists-turned-paranormal exterminators who use advanced technology to capture ghosts and save the world from supernatural threats.
Edward Scissorhands, 1990 (Max)
In this Gothic fantasy, a gentle, artificial man with scissors for hands struggles to fit into suburban society, while his unique abilities both awe and alienate the townspeople.
Haunted Mansion, 2023 (Disney+)
Disney’s Haunted Mansion follows a single mother who enlists a group of quirky experts to rid her new home of ghosts, drawing inspiration from the iconic theme park attraction.
Gremlins, 1984 (Max)
Gremlins is a horror-comedy about a young man who receives a mysterious creature which spawns mischievous and destructive monsters.
The Addams Family, 1991 (Parmount+)
The Addams Family is a dark comedy about the eccentric Addams family who must deal with a con artist posing as their long-lost Uncle Fester in a scheme to steal their fortune.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, 1992 (Peacock)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a horror-comedy about a high school cheerleader who discovers she’s the chosen one destined to battle vampires.
The Witches, 2022 (Max)
The Witches is a dark fantasy film about a young boy who uncovers a secret coven of child-hating witches.
The Haunted Mansion, 2003 (Prime Video)
The Haunted Mansion is a supernatural comedy about a workaholic real estate agent who, along with his family, becomes trapped in a haunted mansion and must uncover its dark history to break a centuries-old curse.
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The article was updated by Lindsay Cuomo, MetroFamily’s digital editor, to include additional movies including some new releases. Lindsay has been with MetroFamily since 2014 covering family-focused local happenings and news.
