87 of the Best Halloween Movies (Old & New) to Watch This Year
Searching for the best Halloween movies to watch this year? Check out our list 87 of the best movies and TV shows that are perfect for spooky season! Whether you’re planning a movie night with family or a cozy watch party with friends, we’ve handpicked the creepiest movies and shows from cult favorites to hidden gems that will have you clutching your blanket in fear—or laughter.
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HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE: I’ve included links to buy, rent or stream all movies and shows on either Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV or Amazon. To view movie info and get more streaming options, click the name of the movie to get the synopsis and a full list of ways to watch via Just Watch. So grab your popcorn, dim the lights, and prepare for a marathon of chilling entertainment 👻
This post is all about the best Halloween Movies
Supernatural (Monsters & Ghosts) Halloween Movies
Sleepy Hollow
Sleepy Hollow (1999), directed by Tim Burton, stars Johnny Depp as Ichabod Crane, a skeptical constable sent to the haunted village of Sleepy Hollow to investigate a series of gruesome decapitations. The villagers believe the Headless Horseman, a ghostly figure from the past, is responsible. As Ichabod searches for logical explanations, he uncovers dark secrets and confronts supernatural forces in a story filled with gothic atmosphere and eerie suspense.
More Supernatural Halloween Movies to Watch
▪️ WARM BODIES (2013) Rent or Buy
▪️ WINCHESTER (2018) Rent or Buy
▪️ BEETLEJUICE (1988) Rent or Buy
▪️ A HAUNTING IN VENICE (2023) Rent or Buy: Amazon
▪️ THE RING (2002) Rent or Buy
▪️ THE RING 02 (2005) Rent or Buy
Supernatural Halloween Shows to Watch
▪️ THE MIDNIGHT CLUB (2022) Netflix
▪️ MIDNIGHT MASS (2021) Netflix
▪️ THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE (2018) Buy // Netflix
▪️ GUILLERO DEL TORO’S CABINET OF CURIOSITES (2022) Netflix
▪️ STRANGER THINGS (2016) Buy // Netflix
Dark Fantasy/Drama Halloween Movies
Wednesday
Wednesday (2022) is a series that follows Wednesday Addams, the sharp-witted and morbid daughter of the Addams family, as she enrolls at Nevermore Academy, a school for outcasts. While navigating her new environment, Wednesday becomes embroiled in solving a string of mysterious murders connected to her family’s dark past. Along the way, she uncovers secrets about her own supernatural abilities and forms unlikely friendships. The series blends mystery, dark humor, and supernatural elements, offering a fresh take on the iconic character.
Harry Potter
Harry Potter follows the journey of a young boy who discovers he is a wizard on his 11th birthday. He is invited to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he learns about magic, makes close friends, and uncovers the truth about his mysterious past. As Harry faces challenges and magical creatures, he also learns that he is connected to the dark wizard Voldemort, who killed his parents and seeks to return to power. The series blends adventure, friendship, and the battle between good and evil in a richly magical world.
You can get all 8 movies here or individually below. Watch them in order:
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE SORCERER’S STONE Rent or Buy
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS Rent or Buy
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN Rent or Buy
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE GOBLET OF FIRE Rent or Buy
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE ORDER OF THE PHEONIX Rent or Buy
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE HALF BLOOD PRINCE Rent or Buy
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE DEATHLY HOLLOWS: PART 1 Rent or Buy
▪️ HARRY POTTER & THE DEATHLY HOLLOWS: PART 2 Rent or Buy
More Fantasy/Drama/Mystery Halloween Movies to Watch
▪️ MR. HARRIGAN’S PHONE (2022) Netflix
▪️ SWEENEY TODD (2007) Buy or Rent: Amazon
▪️ EDWARD SCISSORHANDS (1990) Rent or Buy // FXNow (free)
▪️ MISS PERIGRINE’S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDREN (2016) Rent
▪️ THE HOUSE WITH A CLOCK IN ITS WALLS (2018) Rent
Animated/Kid Friendly Halloween Movies
The Nightmare Before Christmas
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993), directed by Henry Selick and produced by Tim Burton, follows Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, who grows bored with the same annual Halloween celebrations. When he stumbles upon Christmas Town, he becomes fascinated by the holiday’s joy and decides to take over Christmas by kidnapping Santa Claus. However, Jack’s well-intentioned plans lead to chaos as his Halloween-themed approach to Christmas goes awry. The film is a visually striking stop-motion musical that blends dark fantasy with whimsical charm, exploring themes of identity and the clash between holidays.
Coco
Coco (2017) is a heartwarming animated film from Disney-Pixar that follows Miguel, a young boy with a passion for music, in a family that has banned it for generations. On Día de los Muertos, Miguel is accidentally transported to the Land of the Dead, where he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his ancestors and pursue his dream of becoming a musician. Along the way, he learns the importance of family, memory, and following one’s passion, in a visually stunning and emotionally touching adventure.
Wendell and Wild
Wendell & Wild (2022) is an animated dark fantasy film directed by Henry Selick, which follows the story of a young girl named Kat, who struggles with guilt after the death of her parents. Kat unwittingly forms a pact with two mischievous demon brothers, Wendell and Wild, who seek her help to escape the underworld and return to the land of the living. As the trio attempts to fulfill their goals, they encounter supernatural forces and face their personal demons. The film combines spooky humor, vivid stop-motion animation, and themes of redemption and resilience.
WHERE TO WATCH: Netflix
Casper (1995)
Casper (1995) is a family-friendly fantasy film about a kind-hearted ghost named Casper who lives in a haunted mansion with his mischievous uncles. When a paranormal therapist, Dr. Harvey, and his daughter Kat move into the mansion to rid it of ghosts, Kat befriends Casper. As they uncover the mansion’s secrets, Casper longs to be human again, and Kat helps him confront his past. The film blends heartwarming themes of friendship and loss with lighthearted humor and supernatural adventure.
More Animated/Kid Friendly Halloween Movies to Watch
▪️ CORALINE (2009) Rent or Buy // Roku Channel (Free with Ads)
▪️ NIGHTBOOKS (2021) Netflix
▪️ CORPSE BRIDE (2002) Rent or Buy
▪️ HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 1 (2012) Rent or Buy
▪️ HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 (2015) Rent or Buy
▪️ HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3 (2018) Rent or Buy
Animated/Kid Friendly Halloween Shows to Watch
▪️ HARDY BOYS (2020) Hulu
Comedy Halloween Movies
Dark Shadows
Dark Shadows (2012), directed by Tim Burton, follows Barnabas Collins, a wealthy 18th-century playboy who is turned into a vampire by a vengeful witch and buried alive. Two centuries later, he is accidentally freed in 1972 and returns to his ancestral home, only to find his once-grand estate and family in disrepair. As Barnabas tries to restore the family’s fortune, he clashes with the same witch, who is still alive and causing trouble. The film blends gothic horror, comedy, and Burton’s signature quirky style, with Barnabas navigating the modern world and his supernatural past.
Hocus Pocus
Hocus Pocus (1993) is a family-friendly Halloween movie that follows three witch sisters—Winifred, Sarah, and Mary Sanderson—who are resurrected in Salem, Massachusetts, 300 years after their execution. Accidentally brought back to life by a teenager named Max, along with his sister Dani and friend Allison, the witches set out to steal the lives of children to regain their youth. Max and his friends must stop the Sanderson sisters before sunrise, using wit and magic to save the town. The film is a fun mix of spooky adventure, humor, and Halloween nostalgia.
More Comedy Halloween Movies to Watch
▪️ HOCUS POCUS 2 (2024) Disney+
▪️ ZOMBIELAND (2009) Rent or Buy
▪️ ZOMBIELAND 2: DOUBLETAP (2019) Rent or Buy
▪️ THE BURBS (1989) Rent or Buy
▪️ HUBIE HALLOWEEN (2020) Netflix
▪️ THE CURSE OF BRIDGE HOLLOW (2022) Netflix
▪️ HAUNTED MANSION (2023) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCARY MOVIE 1 (2000) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCARY MOVIE 2 (2001) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCARY MOVIE 3 (2003) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCARY MOVIE 4 (2006) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCARY MOVIE 5 (2013) Rent or Buy
▪️ THE ADDAMS FAMILY (1991) Rent or Buy
▪️ ADDAMS FAMILY VALUES (1993) Rent or Buy
Teen/Family Friendly Movies
Twilight
Twilight (2008) follows Bella Swan, a teenager who moves to the small town of Forks, Washington, and becomes drawn to the mysterious Edward Cullen. She soon discovers that Edward and his family are vampires, though they choose to live peacefully among humans. As Bella and Edward fall in love, their relationship is tested by the dangers of the vampire world and the arrival of other, less friendly vampires. The film blends romance, fantasy, and suspense as Bella navigates her feelings for Edward and the life-threatening secrets he harbors.
You can get all 5 movies here. Watch them in order:
▪️ TWILIGHT (2008) Buy or Watch
▪️ NEW MOON (2009) Buy or Rent
▪️ ECLIPSE (2010) Buy or Rent
▪️ BREAKING DAWN: PART 01 (2011) Buy or Rent
▪️ BREAKING DAWN: PART 02 (2012) Buy or Rent
More Teen/Drama Halloween Movies to Watch
▪️ THE CRAFT (1996) Rent or Buy
▪️ THE CRAFT: LEGACY (2020) Rent or Buy
▪️ LIAR, LIAR, VAMPIRE (2015) Rent or Buy
Horror Halloween Movies
It
It (2017), based on Stephen King’s novel, follows a group of children in the town of Derry, Maine, who are terrorized by a shape-shifting entity that often takes the form of Pennywise the Dancing Clown. The creature preys on their deepest fears, and the kids, known as the “Losers’ Club,” band together to confront and defeat it. As they uncover the town’s dark history of mysterious disappearances, they realize that Pennywise resurfaces every 27 years to feed. The film blends supernatural horror with a coming-of-age story about friendship, courage, and facing fears.
Gretel & Hansel
Gretel & Hansel (2020) is a dark reimagining of the classic fairy tale, following siblings Gretel and Hansel as they venture into the woods in search of food and work. They come across a mysterious house inhabited by a sinister old woman who offers them shelter. As they stay longer, Gretel begins to sense something malevolent and uncovers the witch’s dark magic and intentions. The film focuses on Gretel’s journey of self-discovery and empowerment while blending horror and atmospheric storytelling with eerie visuals.
Scream
Scream (1996) is a slasher film that follows Sidney Prescott, a high school student targeted by a masked killer known as Ghostface. As Ghostface terrorizes the town of Woodsboro, Sidney and her friends try to uncover the identity of the murderer while surviving his deadly attacks. The film is a clever blend of horror and satire, with characters who are aware of typical horror movie tropes. Scream reinvigorated the slasher genre with its suspense, plot twists, and self-referential humor. Get Scream 1, 2 and 3 here, or get the full collection.
▪️ SCREAM 2 (1997) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCREAM 3 (2000) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCREAM 4 (2011) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCREAM 5 (2022) Rent or Buy
▪️ SCREAM 6 (2023) Rent or Buy
More Horror Halloween Movies
▪️ STOPMOTION (2024) Rent or Buy
▪️ THE TAKING OF DEBORAH LOGAN (2014) Rent or Buy
▪️ MAXXXINE (2024) Rent or Buy
▪️ MIDSOMMAR (2019) Rent or Buy
▪️ HEREDITARY (2018) Rent or Buy
▪️ FEAR STREET: PART 1 – 1994 (2021) Netflix
▪️ FEAR STREET: PART 2 – 1978 (2021) Netflix
▪️ HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL (1999) Rent or Buy // Tubi (Free with Ads)
▪️ TRICK ‘R TREAT (2007) Rent or Buy
Classic Horror Halloween Movies
▪️ NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (1968) Rent or Buy
▪️ THE SHINING (1980) Rent or Buy
▪️ A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) // Rent or Buy
▪️ A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (2010) Rent or Buy
▪️ HALLOWEEN (1978) Rent or Buy // Xumo (Free with ads)
▪️ THE EXORCIST (1973) Rent or Buy
▪️ POLTERGEIST (1982) Rent or Buy
▪️ FREAKS (1932) Rent or Buy
That wraps up our list of the best Halloween movies to watch this spooky season! Have a favorite that I left out? Let me know and I’ll add it to the list! Thanks for reading and be sure to join us again for more haunting interiors, chilling decor and spooky seasonal ideas.
Happy Halloween! 🎃🦇👻
This post was all about the best Halloween movies
