100+ Not-So-Spooky Halloween Movies for Kids (By Age)

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This ultimate list of 100+ not-so-spooky Halloween movies for kids is a fun and festive way to make the holiday feel magical.

Whether you’re planning a cozy movie night, a Halloween party, or just need something safe and fun, these movies deliver all the spooky vibes—without the nightmares.

Even better:

I’ve organized these fun Halloween movies for kids by age, so you can easily find the perfect pick for toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, and the whole family.

Happy Halloween!

This ultimate list includes 100+ kid-friendly Halloween movies organized by age, so you can easily find the perfect pick for toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, and the whole family.

Halloween Movies for Toddlers & Preschoolers (Ages 2–5)

These picks are gentle, colorful, and totally non-scary—perfect for little ones. You may also consider sticking with familiar characters to keep things comforting and fun.

  • It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
  • Room on the Broom
  • Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest
  • Super Simple Songs Halloween Specials
  • Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey’s Monster Musical
  • Spookley the Square Pumpkin
  • Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: Halloween Episode
  • Sesame Street: Elmo Says Boo!
  • Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween Movie
  • Cocomelon Halloween Special
  • Word Party Halloween Episode
  • Blaze and the Monster Machines Halloween
  • Paw Patrol: Halloween Episodes
  • Bubble Guppies: Halloween Special
  • Vampirina
  • Fancy Nancy Halloween Episode
  • Bluey Halloween Episode (“Verandah Santa” vibes for fall fun)
  • Peppa Pig: Pumpkin Party
  • Thomas & Friends: Spooky Adventures
  • Barney Halloween Special
  • Pooh’s Boo to You Too!
  • Garfield’s Halloween Adventure

Halloween Movies for Kids (Ages 5–8)

A little more excitement—but still lighthearted and fun without real scares. If your child is sensitive, it’s a good idea to preview movies first.

  • Hocus Pocus
  • Casper
  • Hotel Transylvania
  • The Addams Family (Animated)
  • Scooby-Doo (all versions)
  • Monster House
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas
  • ParaNorman
  • The Witches (1990)
  • Goosebumps
  • Corpse Bride
  • Frankenweenie
  • Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed
  • Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman
  • Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet Frankenstein
  • The Little Vampire
  • Spooky Buddies
  • The Haunted Mansion (2003)
  • Monster Family
  • Hotel Transylvania 2
  • Hotel Transylvania 3
  • Hotel Transylvania 4
  • Toy Story of Terror!
  • The Addams Family 2
  • LEGO Scooby-Doo! Haunted Hollywood
  • Scared Shrekless
  • Shrek’s Thrilling Tales
  • Mickey’s House of Villains
  • The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (Better for the upper end of this range 7-8)

Halloween Movies for Big Kids (Ages 8–12)

This is a great age to introduce slightly spooky classics with humor. These have spooky elements and mild thrills, but are still family-friendly.

  • Beetlejuice
  • Ghostbusters
  • Ghostbusters II
  • The Haunted Mansion (2023)
  • Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
  • Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
  • Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween
  • The House with a Clock in Its Walls
  • Halloweentown
  • Halloweentown II
  • Halloweentown High
  • Return to Halloweentown
  • Twitches
  • Twitches Too
  • The Spiderwick Chronicles
  • Coraline
  • The Witches (2020)
  • Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
  • Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events
  • Nightbooks
  • The Worst Witch
  • The NeverEnding Story (fantasy with spooky elements)
  • Labyrinth
  • Halloween Is Grinch Night

Best Family Halloween Movies (All Ages)

Perfect for a family movie night with kids of different ages.

  • Hocus Pocus 2
  • Addams Family Values
  • Matilda the Musical
  • E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
  • Night at the Museum
  • Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
  • Paddington 2
  • Monsters, Inc.
  • Monsters University
  • Coco
  • Inside Out (great for emotional “spooky” vibes)
  • The Book of Life
  • The BFG
  • Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
  • Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
  • James and the Giant Peach
  • The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
  • Bedknobs and Broomsticks
  • Mary Poppins (light magical vibes)
  • The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
  • The Witches of Eastwick (for older tweens with parents)
  • Enchanted
  • Disenchanted
  • The Addams Family (1991)
  • Ghost Squad (lesser-known, fun pick)
  • Igor
  • Arthur and the Invisibles
  • Epic

Final Thoughts

Finding the right Halloween movies for kids doesn’t have to be tricky. With this list of 100+ not-so-scary Halloween movies, you can create a fun, festive experience that matches your child’s age and comfort level.

From silly pumpkins to friendly ghosts, there’s something here for every little Halloween lover—without the nightmares.

So grab the popcorn, snuggle up, and press play on a night full of safe, spooky fun 👻

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The ultimate list of 100+ Halloween movies for kids by age. Easily find the perfect pick for toddlers, big kids, and the whole family!

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