59 Non-Horror Halloween Movies for Kids and Families
Watching Halloween movies is one of the most popular Halloween family traditions.
Chances are that Halloween movie marathon is part of your fall traditions too.
Personally, I’m not a fan of excessive blood, gore. I much prefer films that are spooky, yet funny and that everyone can enjoy.
So, if you need good non-scary Halloween movie recommendations, I have put together this list of 59 family-friendly non-horror Halloween movies.
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Non scary Halloween Movies for Families
These timeless Halloween favorites have become October traditions for generations. Start your family movie marathon with these classics.
1. Hocus Pocus Collection
Rated: PG (both movies), Best for: 8+ years
Movies Included
| Hocus Pocus (1993) | Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) |
When three mischievous witches are accidentally brought back to life on Halloween night, a group of kids must stop them before sunrise.
2. Halloweentown Collection
Rated: TV-G / TV-PG, Best for: 7+ years
Movies Included
| Halloweentown (1998) | Halloweentown High (2004) |
| Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge (2001) | Return to Halloweentown (2006) |
The series follows Marnie Piper as she discovers she’s belongs to a family of witches and learns to protect the town of Halloweentown.
3. Hotel Transylvania Collection
Rated: PG, Best for: 5+ years
Movies Included
| Hotel Transylvania | Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation |
| Hotel Transylvania 2, | Hotel Transylvania: Transformania |
Dracula’s luxury hotel is home to all your favorite monsters who are funny than frightening.
4. Casper (1995)
Rated: PG, Best for: 6+ years
Casper is the friendliest ghost you’ll ever meet. This heartwarming family classic follows a young girl who befriends a lonely ghost.
5. The Haunted Mansion (2003)
Rated: PG, Best for: 8+ years
When a busy real-estate agent and his family visit a mysterious mansion, they soon discover that the house is home to hundreds of restless ghosts.
6. The Nightmare Before Christmas
Rated: PG, Best for: 7+ years
This Tim Burton classic follows Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, as he discovers the magic of Christmas.
7. The Witches (2020)
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 8+
Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved book, The Witches follows a young boy who discovers a secret gathering of witches who have a sinister plan for children everywhere
8. The Halloween Tree
Rated: Not officially MPAA rated (TV special), Best For: 7+ years
Based on Ray Bradbury’s classic story, The Halloween Tree takes a group of friends on a magical journey through the history of Halloween and its traditions around the world.
9. Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Rated: G, Best For: 6+
This Disney classic follows a witch and three children on an adventure involving enchanted bedposts and animated animals.
10. Kiki’s Delivery Service
Rated: G, Best For: 5+
One of the most comforting magical movies to watch during fall, this classic follows a young witch who leaves home to start her own delivery service.
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Non-Spooky Magical Movies for Halloween
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11. Howl’s Moving Castle
Rated: PG, Best For: 7+
When a young woman is cursed by a witch, she finds herself living in a magical walking castle owned by the mysterious wizard Howl.
12. Matilda (1996)
Rated: PG, Best For: 6+
Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved novel, Matilda tells the story of a brilliant young girl who discovers she has extraordinary magical powers.
13. The Wizard of Oz
Rated: G, Best For: 6+
Join Dorothy, Toto, and her unforgettable companions as they journey through the colorful Land of Oz while trying to outsmart the Wicked Witch of the West.
14. Wicked
Rated: PG, Best For: 8+
This spectacular musical reimagines the story of the Wicked Witch of the West long before Dorothy arrived in Oz. It is packed with dazzling visuals, memorable songs, and a heartwarming story about friendship.
15. The House with a Clock in Its Walls
Rated: PG, Best For: 8+
When a young orphan moves into his eccentric uncle’s mysterious mansion, he discovers a world filled with magic and hidden secrets.
16. The Spiderwick Chronicles
Rated: PG, Best For: 8+
After moving into an old house, three siblings uncover a hidden world filled with fairies, goblins, and magical creatures.
17. The Secret of Moonacre
Rated: PG, Best For: 7+
When a young orphan arrives at her family’s mysterious estate, she becomes part of an ancient magical feud involving enchanted forests and mythical creatures.
18. Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events
Rated: PG, Best For: 8+
A fantasy adventure that generations of families continue to love, this story is about three resourceful siblings must outwit the eccentric Count Olaf.
19. The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
Rated: PG, Best For: 8+
A regular teenager discovers he’s destined to become a powerful sorcerer’s apprentice under the guidance of a modern-day wizard.
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20. Monsters Collection
Rated: G (Monsters, Inc.), G (Monsters University), Best For: Ages 4+
Movies Includes:
| Monsters, Inc. (2001) | Monsters University (2013) |
What if monsters were actually more afraid of children than kids were of them? This Pixar favorite is filled with humor and lovable characters.
21. Goosebumps Collection
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 8+
Movies Include:
| Goosebumps (2015) | Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (2018) |
Inspired by R.L. Stine’s bestselling books, these movies bring creepy creatures, and Halloween chaos to life.
22. Zombies Collection
Rated: TV-G / TV-PG, Best For: Ages 7+
Movies Include
| Zombies (2018) | Zombies 2 (2020) |
| Zombies 3 (2022) |
This upbeat Disney musical series imagines a world where zombies, werewolves, aliens, and humans learn to live together despite their differences.
23. Monster Family
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 6+
A family unexpectedly transforms into famous movie monsters, including a vampire, Frankenstein’s monster, a mummy, and a werewolf.
24. Monsters vs. Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins from Outer Space
Rated: PG (TV Special), Best For: Ages 5+
This hilarious Halloween special follows the Monsters vs. Aliens team as they battle giant mutant pumpkins.
25. Coraline
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 10+
Curious Coraline discovers a mysterious parallel world that initially seems perfect, but hides some unsettling secrets.
26. The Addams Family (2019)
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 8+
Everyone’s favorite delightfully creepy family returns in this animated adventure filled with spooky humor and gothic charm.
27. The Little Vampire
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 7+
An underrated gem for family movie night, this is a story of a young boy who befriends a vampire child while helping his family escape an evil vampire hunter.
28. Trick or Treat Scooby-Doo! (2022)
Rated: Not Rated, Best For: Ages 6+
Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang return for a Halloween mystery involving spooky costumes, ghosts, and a mysterious villain.
29. Ernest Scared Stupid
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 9+
Ernest accidentally unleashes an ancient troll just in time for Halloween, leading to a series of hilarious and spooky adventures.
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30. ParaNorman
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 9+
Norman can see and talk to ghosts. When his town is threatened by an ancient curse, he must embrace his unique abilities to save it.
31. Monster House
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 8+
Three neighborhood friends discover that the creepy house across the street is actually alive.
32. Coco
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 6+
One of Pixar’s most heartwarming films, Coco has become a beloved spooky-season favorite.
33. Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
Rated: G, Best For: Ages 5+
When giant vegetables begin disappearing before the town’s annual harvest festival, Wallace and Gromit set out to solve the mystery.
34. Toy Story of Terror! (2013)
Rated: G, Best For: Ages 4+
Woody, Buzz, and the gang find themselves at a spooky roadside motel where toys mysteriously begin disappearing.
35. LEGO Star Wars: Terrifying Tales (2021)
Rated: TV-Y7, Best For: Ages 7+
Join Poe Dameron, BB-8, and some familiar Star Wars faces for a Halloween-themed collection of spooky stories.
36. Corpse Bride
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 9+
When a shy groom accidentally proposes to a ghostly bride, he’s swept into the colorful Land of the Dead.
37. Mickey’s House of Villains
Rated: TV-G, Best For: Ages 5+
Disney’s greatest villains take over the House of Mouse in this Halloween-themed special featuring Mickey, Minnie, and other beloved characters.
38. Garfield’s Halloween Adventure
Rated: TV-G, Best For: Ages 5+
Garfield and Odie head out trick-or-treating only to stumble upon a spooky pirate mystery.
39. Scared Shrekless
Rated: TV-PG, Best For: Ages 6+
Shrek and his fairy-tale friends spend Halloween sharing spooky stories inside Lord Farquaad’s haunted castle.
40. Frankenweenie
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 7+
After losing his beloved dog, a young boy uses science to bring him back to life in this touching Tim Burton film.
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41. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
Rated: Not Rated, Best For: Ages 4+
This beloved Peanuts Halloween special follows Linus as he waits for the mysterious Great Pumpkin to appear.
42. Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest
Rated: G, Best For: Ages 3+
This delightful adventure of Curious George combines Halloween traditions with plenty of curiosity, making it a wonderful choice for younger children.
43. Room on the Broom
Rated: G, Best For: Ages 3+
Based on Julia Donaldson’s beloved picture book, this animated short follows a kind-hearted witch who always finds room on her broom for new friends.
44. Spookley the Square Pumpkin
Rated: G, Best For: Ages 3+
Spookley may look different from the other pumpkins, but he soon discovers that being unique can make all the difference.
45. The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad
Rated: G, Best For: Ages 7+
Disney’s adaptation of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow introduces families to the tale of Ichabod and the Headless Horseman.
46. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 7+
A lonely boy forms an extraordinary friendship with a stranded alien in one of the most beloved family movies ever made.
47. Fantastic Mr. Fox
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 7+
This animated adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic is bursting with autumn colors, and memorable characters.
48. James and the Giant Peach
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 6+
When a magical peach grows to enormous proportions, a young boy embarks on an adventure with a group of lovable insect friends.
49. Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie
Rated: G, Best For: Ages 2+
Join Roo, Winnie the Pooh, and their friends for a sweet Halloween adventure. This could be an ideal first Halloween movie for toddlers.
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50. Under Wraps Collection
Rated: G / TV-G, Best For: Ages 6+
Movies Include
| Under Wraps (1997) | Under Wraps (2021) | Under Wraps 2 (2022) |
When three friends accidentally awaken a friendly mummy, they set off on a fun-filled Halloween adventure to help him return home.
51. Don’t Look Under the Bed (1999)
Rated: TV-PG, Best For: Ages 9+
When strange things begin happening around town, a teenager discovers that imaginary creatures may be more real than imagined.
52. Girl vs. Monster
Rated: TV-G, Best For: Ages 7+
On Halloween night, a teenager discovers she’s descended from a long line of monster hunters and must face her greatest fears.
53. Mom’s Got a Date with a Vampire
Rated: TV-G, Best For: Ages 7+
Three siblings secretly set their mom up on a date, only to discover her charming companion is actually a vampire.
54. The Scream Team (2002)
Rated: TV-G, Best For: Ages 7+
After the loss of their grandfather, two siblings discover a hidden world where friendly ghosts help restless spirits move on.
55. Phantom of the Megaplex
Rated: TV-G, Best For: Ages 8+
A teenager working at a movie theater must solve a series of mysterious mishaps that everyone blames on a legendary phantom.
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56. Beetlejuice
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 10+
When a recently deceased couple discovers that a new family has moved into their home, they enlist the chaotic ghost to scare them away.
57. Gremlins
Rated: PG, Best For: Ages 12+
A cute little creature comes with three very important rules, but breaking them unleashes an army of Gremlins.
58. The Black Cauldron
Rated: PG, Best For: 9+
While slightly spookier than the other movies on this list, it’s still an exciting fantasy adventure for older kids.
59. The NeverEnding Story
Rated: PG, Best For: 9+
A lonely boy discovers a mysterious book that transports him into the magical world of Fantasia, where dragons and giants await.
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