10 Best Family Friendly Scary Movies For Halloween

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Best Family Friendly Scary Movies

Halloween isn't just a chance to rewatch gruesome horror films; it's an opportunity to spend time with the family. Halloween is just around the corner, and finding something acceptable for the whole family to watch might be a difficult task. Adults are tired of the same old Nightmare Before Christmas nights, but kids will get nightmares from staying up late to watch Elm Street films.

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Best Family Friendly Scary Movies

There are countless haunted, and spooky Halloween flicks for the entire family to enjoy, as long as viewers know where to look. Family movie night relies on streaming services now more than ever, making new family favorites even easier to get a hold of. From monster flicks to ghost stories, there's something for the whole family to watch together this Halloween season.

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The Haunted Mansion Brings The Beloved Ride To Life

The Haunted Mansion is not only a popular ride at Disney theme parks, but also a beloved film available on Disney+. The 2003 flick stars Eddie Murphy, Marsha Thompson, and even beloved scream queen herself, Jennifer Tilly. The film doesn't rely heavily on CGI, making sure that it aged perfectly over the last 20 years.

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The Haunted Mansion Brings The Beloved Ride To Life

The Haunted Mansion is a spooky comedy that follows a family going on a much-needed vacation, only to stop at the mansion and find the ghostly characters inside. This film is a staple for anyone who was a kid in the early 2000s, but kids of all ages are still sure to have a blast.

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Few DCOMs Can Live Up To The Scares In Don't Look Under The Bed

1999's Disney Channel original movie (DCOM) Don't Look Under The Bed is regarded as one of the scariest kids' movies around. The film follows a skeptical teen who plays by the rules and doesn't believe in fairytales until she's face to face with the real-life boogeyman.

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Few DCOMs Can Live Up To The Scares In Don't Look Under The Bed

Don't Look Under The Bed is the stuff nightmares are made of, so younger audiences might have nightmares from the film's imagery, but for those brave enough to take it on, it's a welcomed beginner horror flick. The film is available on all Disney streaming services, including Fubo and Hulu.

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Coraline Is Whimsical, Dark, and A Little Unsettling

In recent years few films have seen a spike in popularity like Coraline. Coraline was released in 2009 and is renowned as one of the most underrated films of its style in recent years. Coraline is a stop-motion film that features puppets (much like Nightmare Before Christmas, and Corpse Bride). During production, the film went through a lot of changes, but diehard fans are more than happy with the outcome.

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Coraline Is Whimsical, Dark, and A Little Unsettling

The movie features a girl whose parents are a bit too busy to give her the attention she needs; what unfolds is a twisted tale of another world where everything is perfect until it's revealed that everything is not what it seems. The final act may be a bit intense for younger audiences, but the dark fantasy is rated PG, and it is perfect for the Halloween season. The film is available to rent on Prime Video or Vudu.

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Monster House Is An Underrated Gem

Monster House was Sony's first computer-animated film. The 2006 action/adventure-focused horror follows three children in their attempts to convince the adults in their lives that a house in their neighborhood holds a dark secret. The film is perfect to watch during Halloween because of when the story takes place.

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Monster House Is An Underrated Gem

The film has frightening imagery, but the humor and action sequences make it a dynamic watch for viewers of any age to enjoy. Monster House is easy to find online via Freevee, Hulu, Prime Video, and various other streaming services.

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Hocus Pocus Is A Cultural Zeitgeist

While its sequel has had mixed reviews from long-time fans, few films have the cultural staying power that Hocus Pocus does. Hocus Pocus was slated to be a Disney Channel original movie, but during production, it warranted its own theatrical release. The 1993 film follows a teenage duo that accidentally frees a coven of witches set on becoming immortal. 

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Hocus Pocus Is A Cultural Zeitgeist

The teens have to thwart the witches' plans by stealing the book from whence they came. The film doesn't feature any extreme jump scares, and it takes place in Salem, Massachusetts. The setting and whimsical imagery make this film spectacular for Halloween watching, and it's available on Disney+.

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Ghostbusters Is Fun For Any Generation

Ghostbusters has lasted the ages. When it comes to family-friendly fun and spooky vibes, Ghostbusters hits the nail on the head. The film perfectly blends comedy with fantasy, and its all-star cast delivers a homerun while they're saving New York from ghosts of all kinds.

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Ghostbusters Is Fun For Any Generation

The film follows a group of scientists that open a door to a world that will unleash untold horrors on the city if they don't work to stop it. Ghostbusters is more fantastical and silly than it is spooky, but with the focus on ghosts, it cannot be missed as a Halloween-time film. Viewers can call on the Ghostbusters by streaming it on Hulu.

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The Goonies Paved The Way For Other Franchises

Before Stranger Things united sci-fi/horror-loving families everywhere, there was The Goonies. The Goonies is a classic adventuring tale that follows a group of kids fighting against a land development corporation until they stumble across a map that leads them into all sorts of dangerous misadventures.

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The Goonies Paved The Way For Other Franchises

The film isn't as spooky as traditional Halloween flicks, but the setting is something straight out of a haunted house attraction, full of booby traps and spooky tunnels. The movie is family-oriented and focuses on the point of view of the children involved, making it even more appealing to younger audiences. 

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The Goonies Paved The Way For Other Franchises

The 80s classic is available on Netflix, allowing families to join the adventure whenever they're ready.

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Frankenweenie Is A Fun Twist On A Classic

Disney's Frankenweenie takes one of the oldest sci-fi horror stories and flips it upside down. Child prodigy Victor Frankenstein is grief-stricken when his dog's life is cut short, and thanks to some help from his teacher, he's able to bring his best friend back to life. What ensues is a school full of children trying to imitate the "pet project" by reviving their lost pets.

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Frankenweenie Is A Fun Twist On A Classic

The 2012 film is animated like many other Halloween staples (like Corpse Bride or James and The Giant Peach), but it's entirely in black and white to give it that old-time movie feel. The film is available to watch on Disney+.

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Gremlins Might Be A Cautionary Tale For Older Audiences

Gremlins is a film with two entirely different meanings for different age demographics. Children who watch the film may just assume it's about following the rules. To adults, the film serves as a statement on consumerism. Whether audiences understand the nuances of the 1984 classic film, it's a guaranteed hit for the whole family.

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Gremlins Might Be A Cautionary Tale For Older Audiences

Unlike most frightful features, this film takes place during Christmastime, but when the Gremlins come out to play, it's like any other creature feature. The imagery might be intense for younger viewers, but the mischief and mayhem are virtually harmless for kids to watch. The PG-rated horror/fantasy film is available to stream on HBOMax.

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The Goosebumps Film Brings Stories To Life

Most kids were introduced to scary stories with R.L. Stine's Goosebumps books. The franchise has had a TV show, and in 2015 it hit big screens. The film is a bit meta, as it features R.L. Stine as a character, and the plot focuses on his monstrous creations leaping off the pages and creating chaos in real life.

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The Goosebumps Film Brings Stories To Life

Goosebumps is a nostalgic dream for parents who may have grown up with the books and the TV show, and the comedy elements make the movie a hit for younger viewers. This frightful flick is streaming on Prime Video, and YouTube, and has show times on the Paramount network throughout the month of October.

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