38 Best Family Halloween Movies for Kids

In this film adaptation of the spooky book (adjusted for a happier ending much to the dismay of Roald Dahl), a boy discovers a convention of witches and tries to thwart their plans to turn children into mice. Anjelica Huston is superb as the Grand High Witch. This was the last film that Jim Henson worked on, and the incredible makeup and puppetry might be scary for younger viewers.

Kelly R said:  Older kids will be better able to appreciate and understand the humor in this dark comedy based on the Roald Dahl book about witches who want to turn the world's children into mice. Some intense scenes and scary imagery might be a bit much for younger ones.

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown is a timeless Peanuts special that follows Linus as he waits for the mysterious Great Pumpkin while the rest of the gang celebrates Halloween.

Gina I. said:  With all the family Halloween movies to choose from, I love that my kids enjoy watching this one year after year.

A workaholic real estate agent (Eddie Murphy) and his family are trapped in a spooky mansion in this movie based on the beloved Disney attraction. While it's not the best of Disney's Halloween movies for kids, fans of the attraction will enjoy picking out the many references to the ride.

Casper the friendly ghost lives in the old Whipstaff Manor with his three mischievous uncles, when a ghost therapist arrives with his daughter to exorcise them.

Shila said:  My elementary aged kids liked this Halloween movie, it's a unique yet simple story compared to others out there. Note: there's a couple swear words, so catch the edit on tv if you can for a cleaner version.

Dark, funny and surprisingly sweet, Corpse Bride is a beautifully spooky movie about a shy groom who accidentally ends up in the Land of the Dead — and married to a charming, if slightly decayed, bride. 

Tim Ponisciak said:  This is a great stop motion animation movie from Tim Burton. It also has some great voice actors in Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter. On his way to meet his future bride in an arranged marriage, the pending groom accidentally marries a walking-dead woman instead! It's a short one, too, so it's an easy family Halloween movie to watch after trick or treating is over.

This creepy Tim Burton movie about a solitary man with scissors for hands who is thrown into a suburban lifestyle is one of the classic Halloween movies for tweens and teens.

Double, Double, Toil and Trouble stars Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen as twins who set out on a magical adventure to save their aunt from an evil curse. It’s a light, spooky ’90s favorite that's a nostalgic family movie pick for Halloween.

Stephanie W. said:  If you get a kick out of reliving your favorite classic 90s movies with your kids, don't forget about this one from the Olsen Twins! The girls learn that their great aunt has been cursed by her own twin, and must set things right. It's a fun family Halloween movie that your kids will love!

Halloweentown follows a young girl who discovers she comes from a family of witches and must help save a secret town full of magical creatures. It’s fun, a little spooky, and full of nostalgic Halloween charm.

Amanda Banta said:  After learning she is a witch, a young girl travels to Halloweentown, which is full of ghosts, goblins and other supernatural creatures and needs to be saved from evil forces. The late Debbie Reynolds stars as the witch grandmother of the hero. Halloweentown was an original TV movie on the Disney Channel and spawned a series of additional movies.

Based on one of the best Halloween books for kids, this is a not-so-scary kids Halloween movie about a kind witch who gives rides on her broom to some animal friends, much to the annoyance of her pet cat.

Spookley the Square Pumpkin tells the story of a little pumpkin who doesn’t look like the others but learns that being different can be a good thing. With catchy songs and a sweet message about kindness and acceptance, it’s a gentle Halloween movie for younger kids.

Amanda Banta said:  Spookley is square. All other pumpkins are round. You can see where this is going. This Halloween cartoon has a strong message of anti-bullying, and the movie has a light enough story to be enjoyed by young children.

A short and spooky Halloween cartoon adventure featuring the Toy Story gang as they head out on a road trip that goes wrong.

Heavy on action and humor, this scary movie for kids features the monsters from the beloved Goosebumps book series and Jack Black in the role of author R.L. Stine.

Spooky Buddies follows a group of adorable puppies as they embark on a Halloween adventure filled with magic, mischief, and a few friendly frights. It’s a lighthearted, family-friendly Halloween movie for kids who love cute pups and spooky fun.

Kristy Pepping said:  This is a great series! They have quite a few of these buddy movies. For kids who love dogs, they will love this movie!

The Spiderwick Chronicles brings to life a hidden world of magical creatures discovered by three siblings in their great-uncle’s mysterious estate. Packed with adventure, suspense, and just the right amount of spooky fun, it’s a thrilling family Halloween movie.

Dawn Denning said:  When the Grace family moves into a creepy, rundown mansion in the middle of nowhere they are urged to leave by the amazing creatures that inhabit it. The kids are submerged into a world of faeries and fantasy while investigating all the strange accidents that keep happening while living in their amazing new home.

Misunderstood and bullied, Norman has the ability to communicate with the dead. When a centuries-old curse on his town awakens, can he save the day?