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31 Nights of Halloween Movie Watch List | Family-Friendly Edition

Get your cauldrons bubbling and your Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew ready, because it’s that time of year again—Spooky Season is upon us! Whether you're diving into nostalgia or introducing the little goblins in your life to Halloween magic, this Family-Friendly 31 Nights of Halloween Watch List is packed with cozy, spooky vibes and a whole lot of heart. No nightmares here—just pure, haunted fun! So grab a blanket, whip up some witch's brew, and settle in for a month of treats (no tricks, I promise!) with this lineup of family-friendly Halloween movies to watch in 2024. 🎃👻


Week 1: October 1-5

1. Hocus Pocus (1993) 🧙‍♀️🕯️
The Sanderson sisters are back to wreak havoc in Salem! This fan-favorite Disney film follows three witchy sisters revived on Halloween night and a group of kids determined to stop their plans.

2. Halloweentown (series optional) (1998) 🏰🎃
Join Marnie and her siblings as they discover their magical heritage in a town where it’s Halloween all year long. Full of charm, magic, and family-friendly frights!

3. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) 🎃🎄
Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, discovers Christmas Town and decides to take over the holiday, leading to a whimsically spooky adventure between Halloween and Christmas.

4. Casper (1995) 👻🖤
Casper, the friendly ghost, haunts a mansion with his mischievous uncles, but when a young girl moves in, they become unexpected friends. A sweet, heartwarming classic.

5. The School for Good & Evil (2022) 🪄✨
Two best friends find themselves on opposite sides of a magical school for heroes and villains, where the line between good and evil isn't as clear as they think.


Week 2: October 6-12

6. The Addams Family (2019) 🕷🏰
This animated reimagining of the spooky, kooky family is filled with laughs and heart as they face the modern world’s norms with their unique, macabre charm.

7. The Haunted Mansion (2003) 🏚️🕸️
Eddie Murphy stars as a real estate agent who discovers that a mansion he’s trying to sell is haunted by more than just property taxes—ghostly fun ensues.

8. Edward Scissorhands (1990) ✂️❄️
A misunderstood young man with scissors for hands navigates life in suburbia, creating beauty despite his outsider status, all wrapped in Tim Burton's signature gothic whimsy.

9. Twitches (series optional) (2005) 🧙🏽‍♀️🌟
Twin sisters, separated at birth, discover their magical powers on their 21st birthday and work together to defeat the darkness threatening their world.

10. Corpse Bride (2005) 💍🖤
Victor accidentally proposes to a corpse bride in this beautiful, eerie stop-motion film that celebrates love, life, and the afterlife.

11. Ghostbusters (1984) 👻🛑
Who you gonna call? A team of quirky ghost hunters takes on paranormal threats in New York City, delivering laughs and iconic ghostly encounters.

12. Coraline (2009) 🔵🧵
In this dark fantasy, Coraline discovers a secret door to an alternate world that seems perfect at first, but hides a sinister truth beneath its button-eyed smiles.


Week 3: October 13-19

13. The Witches (1990) 🧙‍♀️🐀
A young boy stumbles upon a convention of witches with plans to turn children into mice, and it’s up to him to foil their evil plot.

14. Goosebumps (2015) 📚🐍
When the monsters from R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps books come to life, it’s up to a group of teens (and Stine himself) to get them back into the pages.

15. Frankenweenie (2012) ⚡🐶
A boy brings his beloved dog back to life in a heartwarming and spooky tale about science, friendship, and love in this Tim Burton stop-motion gem.

16. Phantom of the Megaplex (2000) 🎥👻
Strange things happen at a movie theater during a big premiere, and it’s up to a young employee to solve the mystery of the Phantom haunting the megaplex.

17. Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) 🧙🏽‍♀️🌟
The Sanderson sisters are back! This time, a new generation must work together to stop their wicked plans from wreaking havoc on Salem once again.

18. Monster House (2006) 🏚️👻
Three kids discover that the neighborhood's spooky house is actually alive—and it’s up to them to stop it from eating everything in sight.

19. Scooby-Doo (2002) 🐶🔍
Mystery Inc. is back to solve a spooky case at a haunted theme park—this live-action adaptation brings the beloved cartoon gang to life.


Week 4: October 20-26

20. The Addams Family (1991) 🕷🏰
This live-action classic follows the delightfully creepy and kooky Addams Family as they face off against a scheming outsider trying to steal their fortune.

21. Muppets Haunted Mansion (2021) 🐸👻
Kermit and the gang take on the famous Haunted Mansion ride in this hilarious, ghost-filled Muppet adventure perfect for all ages.

22. The Little Vampire (2000) 🧛‍♂️🦇
A young boy befriends a vampire his age and helps him fight against a vampire hunter trying to end their existence.

23. The Curse of Bridge Hollow (2022) 🌳💀
A father and daughter team up to save their town when mischievous Halloween decorations come to life and wreak havoc in this supernatural comedy.

24. ParaNorman (2012) 🧟‍♂️👦
A misunderstood boy who can speak to the dead must save his town from an ancient curse in this stop-motion animation adventure.

25. The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008) 🕷️📖
Siblings discover a mysterious book that opens a doorway to a world of fantastical creatures—some of them friendly, and others dangerous.

26. Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (2016) 🕷️🏠
A boy discovers a magical orphanage for children with extraordinary abilities, but danger lurks as creatures seek to destroy their peculiar world.


Week 5: October 27-31

27. Under Wraps (2021) 🧻🧟
Three friends accidentally bring a mummy back to life and embark on a hilarious adventure to help him return to his resting place before it’s too late.

28. The Boy Who Cried Werewolf (2010) 🐺🏰
After moving to Romania, a girl transforms into a werewolf and must figure out how to handle her new powers while navigating her strange new life.

29. Zombies (2018) 🧟‍♀️🎤
In a world where humans and zombies coexist, a zombie football player and a human cheerleader work to unite their divided communities through music and friendship.

30. Now You See It (2005) 🎃🔮
A budding magician competes in a magic reality show but discovers there’s more at play when real magic begins to unfold behind the scenes.

31. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966) 🎃🍂
Join the Peanuts gang as they celebrate Halloween and wait for the arrival of the mythical Great Pumpkin in this timeless classic.


And there you have it! A fun, cozy, family-friendly 31 Nights of Halloween to get you in the spooky spirit. Whether you’re tuning in with little ones or just want a break from the scarier side of Halloween, this list is all about magic, mischief, and memories. Don't forget to stock up on popcorn, spooky OREOS, and your favorite Halloween treats—because it’s going to be a festive month! 🎃