If we're being honest, Halloween wouldn't be the same without movies! Sure, the fall foliage, apple picking, and Halloween costumes all help set the scene, but a movie that captures the eeriness of the holiday is what really helps get us in the spooky season mood! We're talking scary movies, halloween classics, and even kid friendly Halloween movies! And no one does Halloween quite like Disney! But instead of going on and on about the fall holiday, just look at this list of the best Disney Halloween movies—and you can thank us later!
Start planning your Halloween movie marathon by checking out the funny Halloween movies on this list. They strike the perfect balance between silly and scary, with a kind-hearted witch for every bad boogeyman. You can't go wrong with any of the movies from Disney Channel's Halloweentown franchise, and picks like Hocus Pocus will never get old, either. Younger kids will love Halloween-inspired cartoons while your tweens will get a thrill from some of the spookier Disney films. (Fun fact: Don't Look Under the Bed is one of the only Disney "horror" movies ever made.) To put it simply, there is something on this list for absolutely everyone! This collection of the best Disney movies about Halloween is perfect for you and your family this season.
An evil queen is no match for a newborn with a destiny to rule. It's up Willow Ufgood to protect her at all costs, so that she can fulfill what she was born to do.
It's official: Zombies are no longer dangerous and don't want to eat your brains! That means high schools are now required to enroll the once forbidden monsters—having human teens and zombie teens coexist within the same halls.
Tony and Tia are two orphan kids who have had a rough start to life. Once they discover their magical powers, they realize they're one step closer to finding their true origin. That's if, however, they can avoid the presence of an evil billionaire who wants to exploit them.
If you ever wondered why Cruella de Vil is the way she is, this flashback of a story shows exactly why. You'll see Emma Stone play the iconic Disney villain, and learn all about her roots.
The Muppets are always getting themselves into some trouble, but this time—things get a little frightening. Watch as the crew enters a haunted mansion, and their mission to escape it.
Four ghosts are having the time of their lives as they haunt the lives of Mickey, Goofy, and Donald. Once things get a little more serious, the trio must figure out how to beat the ghosts at their own game.
Buxely Academy is a school with old traditions, and the ghosts that haunt it will make sure it stays that way. So when a new change suggests that the once all-male school will soon be co-ed, their spirits are a little ruffled.
Everyone knows Selena Gomez as Alex Russo—the sassy, spunky, and hilarious teen born into a half wizard, half human family. This flick follows Alex and her quest to become the family wizard while on vacation with them. Yes, things get a little heated amongst them all!
Mr. Boogedy will not leave his first home—even after death! So when the Davis Family begins to move in, he'll make sure they'll be out of there in no time.
When three young friends accidentally awaken a resting mummy, they realize he's a lot nicer and warmhearted than they could have ever expected. Still, you shouldn't mess with the dead—which the youngsters soon find out. If they don't return him back where he came from before midnight, they'll suffer some horrifying consequences.
Follow the adventures of Grandma Aggie, Marnie, and the rest of the gang in their fight against evil in what may be is definitely the best Disney Halloween movie of all time. Enjoy it while snacking on your fave Halloween candy!
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The Scariest Story Ever: A Mickey Mouse Halloween Spooktacular
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The Scariest Story Ever: A Mickey Mouse Halloween Spooktacular
Based on the popular Twitches book series, Tia and Tamera Mowry star as twins who were separated at birth. They reunite on Halloween 21 years later when they discover they share the same magical powers.
The Hansen siblings all had Halloween party plans—until they got grounded. Determined to get their mother out of the house, they encourage her to go on a date with a mystery man so they can sneak out unnoticed. However, their excitement turns to horror when they realize Mom's new beau might have a taste for blood.
Everyone's favorite pups are back in the fifth installment of the DisneyBuddies franchise. Join the Buddies on their Halloween adventure as they try to save the world from some very bad dogs.
Since discovering the existence of Halloweentown, the Cromwell kids have split their time between the real world and the magical universe where Grandma Aggie lives. But when evil Kalabar's son threatens to turn all the humans into monsters, there may no longer be a "real world" to return to.
Frances is too level-headed to believe in the paranormal, even when strange things begin happening around her neighborhood. As these "pranks" begin to cost her some friendships, the skeptical teen is forced to confront the "Boogeyman" under her bed and rethink her stance on haunted happenings. Warning: This one is actually scary!
Max thinks magic is "just a bunch of hocus pocus," until he mistakenly unleashes a coven of evil witches. It's up to Max, his sister, his new crush, and a talking cat to save their small town. (Psst. This classic is filled with great Halloween quotes!)
Can't get enough of Mike and Sully? Watch their origin story in the sequel to the original film. It's more sweet than spooky, so kids of all ages can watch.
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