As Halloween draws near, everyone across the country feels a creepy sense of excitement that draws them into the scary season. Whether you're looking for ghosts, talking monsters, or evil witches, we have put together a list of scary movies that are perfect for a family-friendly Halloween night.
"Hocus Pocus" (1993)
Available on DisneyPlus and Hulu
The 1993 Halloween comedy "Hocus Pocus" can be enjoyed by the whole family. The story is about three witch sisters who are brought back to life in Salem, Massachusetts, after being punished for their evil deeds long ago. The town is in chaos, and it's up to a teenage boy, his younger sister, and their new friend, a talking cat, to stop the witches before they are allowed live forever. The movie is funny, magical, and exciting as the three kids try to stop the Sanderson Sisters from something terrible happening on Halloween night.
"Casper" (1995)
Available on Apple TV or Netflix beginning October 1st
The 1995 movie "Casper" is a delightful family tale. The story is about a lonely young ghost named Casper who lives in a spooky house with his three unruly ghost uncles. Dr. James Harvey, a kind-hearted paranormal therapist, and his daughter Kat move into the house to converse with ghosts. Kat makes friends with Casper. They figure out what's going on in the house together and help Casper and his uncles find peace and closure. The movie is an enjoyable ghost story with a mix of fun and humor that looks at friendship, acceptance, and the power of kindness.
"The Nightmare Before Christmas" (1993)
Available on DisneyPlus, Hulu or Apple TV
The famous stop-motion animated musical movie "The Nightmare Before Christmas" debuted in 1993. The Tim Burton classic is a story about Jack Skellington, who is the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town who gets bored with all the same old Halloween activities. While wandering in the woods, he comes across Christmas Town where he is captivated by the holiday's joy and wonder.
Jack and his strange friends try to bring Christmas to their town, but they don't understand its true spirit, which leads to funny and spooky accidents. As chaos spreads, Jack must find a way to save Santa Claus and bring back Christmas.
"The Nightmare Before Christmas" is famous for its unique visual style, catchy songs, and deep explorations of identity and how important it is to be true to yourself. It has become a classic for Halloween and Christmas fans alike, with a deeply funny take on the holidays.
"Hotel Transylvania" (2012)
Available on Apple TV and Prime Video
"Hotel Transylvania" is an animated movie from 2012, is about Dracula running a fancy vacation resort for monsters called Hotel Transylvania. There, they can rest and feel safe from the human world. He also throws a big party for his daughter Mavis's 118th birthday. Things get crazy, though, when a young human named Jonathan discovers the hotel by accident and falls in love with Mavis.
While trying to keep the peace at his hotel, Dracula tries to hide the fact that Jonathan is a human. The movie is a funny and touching story about acceptance. It looks at the relationship between humans and monsters and the idea of letting go and letting your child grow up.
"The Addams Family" (1991)
Available on Prime Video, Paramount Plus
"The Addams Family" is a 1991 movie that is both scary and funny. It's about the kooky and spooky Addams family, which is led by Gomez and Morticia Addams who live in a creepy mansion. This clan is different from most because they love dark, strange, and gothic things.
The movie deals with acceptance, family ties, and the idea that being different is a good thing in a funny and touching way. While staying true to the spirit of the comics and TV show, the movie gives the famous Addams Family characters a new look.
Gather your little ghosts and goblins, pop-up some tasty buttery popcorn, and get ready for a scary movie night with our list of some fun Halloween movies that are great for kids of all ages! These frightful flicks are good for the whole family, with everything from lovable ghosts to charming monsters that everyone is sure to enjoy. Happy Halloween! May your nights be filled with scary fun!
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