Children's Movies to Watch on Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner! It's the perfect time to enjoy family movies that offer a bit of magic, mystery, and above all, fun. Here's a list of 20 children's movies ideal for enjoying during this spooky season.

1. Hocus Pocus (1993) & Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) – This Halloween classic follows three witches who return to Salem. It's a perfect mix of humor and magical adventures.
2. Coraline (2009) – A haunting story of a girl who discovers an alternate world full of surprises. Ideal for the bravest.
3. Hotel Transylvania (2012) – Dracula and his hotel for monsters provide laughs and a touch of sweetness. A fun family adventure!
4. Casper (1995) – The heartwarming story of the friendly ghost who just wants friends. Perfect for the little ones.
5. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) – Jack Skellington seeks new traditions in this wonderful mix of Halloween and Christmas.
6. Frankenweenie (2012) – Tim Burton tells the moving story of a boy who brings his dog back to life. An emotional classic!
7. Scooby-Doo Halloween (1970) – The members of Mystery Inc. face mysteries and ghosts in a fun Halloween adventure.
8. Monster House (2006) – Three friends discover their neighbor’s house is alive. An exciting light-horror story.
9. ParaNorman (2012) – A boy who sees ghosts must save his town from a zombie invasion. Brave and fun.
10. The Addams Family (2019) – The antics of this iconic family are always fun and perfect for Halloween.
11. Halloweentown (1998) – A teenage girl discovers she’s a witch and must save her magical world from a dark threat.
12. The Witches (1990) – Based on Roald Dahl’s book, a boy faces off against a group of evil witches. Spooky and entertaining.
13. The Haunted Mansion (2003) – A family discovers the secrets of a haunted mansion. Fun for all.
14. Spooky Buddies (2011) – The adorable Air Bud puppies fight an evil spirit in this charming adventure.
15. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009) – While not strictly a Halloween movie, this food-themed comedy is perfect for laughs any time of the year.
16. Gnome Alone (2017) – A girl and her garden gnomes fight off aliens in a fun story.
17. Lego Scooby-Doo! Haunted Hollywood (2016) – Scooby and his gang have a new adventure in the Lego world.
18. A Monster in Paris (2011) – The friendship between a monster and a young girl in Paris becomes a magical and touching story.
19. Igor (2008) – A lab assistant pursues his dreams of greatness in this fun adventure.
20. The Little Vampire (2000) – The friendship between a boy and a young vampire offers laughs and lessons about acceptance.

These movies are perfect for a Halloween night with the little ones, offering a mix of fun, magic, and a little mystery. So, grab some popcorn and enjoy a movie marathon that will make your kids laugh and have fun without getting too scared. 🍬🎃