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The best fall movies for kids to enjoy the season

These films will help everyone welcome autumn

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When that first hint of an autumn chill is in the air, it’s such a great feeling, and not because pumpkin spice is back. It’s always bittersweet to say farewell to summer, but there is so much to love about fall, starting with those cozy sweaters and pumpkin lattes.

After a day of pumpkin picking or a fun hayride, what’s better than curling up with the family on the couch to watch a movie? There are so many seasonal films to choose from, too. So, pop the popcorn, warm up the cider, and settle in because we’ve got the top fall movies for kids everyone can cuddle up with and enjoy.

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Fall movies for kids

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If you look outside on a fall day, it’s almost like a movie scene with the gorgeous colors of autumn on display. It’s the same when you watch a fall movie, whether it has a Halloween or Thanksgiving feeling — or not. Fall movies don’t always have to be scary, either, unless you want them to be. Regardless of what you like, there is a cornucopia of fall films to watch on family movie night, and we’ve got your go-to list.

Hocus Pocus

This 90s flick wasn’t a huge box office hit, but it has become a major fall cult classic. Halloween just wouldn’t be the same without the Sanderson sisters. So, you have to watch Hocus Pocus  at least once, along with its Disney Plus sequel. Hocus Pocus is recommended for older tweens and up.

Halloweentown

For folks who adore Halloween, this late 90s movie is a dream come true. Marnie is a Halloween lover who finds out on her 13th birthday that her grandma is a witch and so is she. The new young witch along with her siblings get to take a trip to Halloweentown where witches and goblins are the norm to help save the day. Halloweentown is rated PG and available on Disney Plus.

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

Join Snoopy, Linus, Lucy, Sally, and of course, Charlie Brown for this timeless classic. It’s just not Halloween if you’re not watching Linus and Sally sitting in the pumpkin patch waiting for the Great Pumpkin. You’ll find Snoopy and the Red Baron flying around the pumpkin patch on Apple TV. Then set the table with popcorn, toast, and jellybeans to enjoy the gang in A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

Rudy

Football season is in full swing during the fall and Rudy is the quintessential sports film that you will definitely need a box of tissues for. Rudy is recommended for older tweens and up. It’s available to stream on Amazon Prime.

Ghostbusters

Who you gonna call for a fall film? Ghostbusters!!! Be sure to start with the 1984 film that kicked off the franchise. There are four movies in the franchise, including Ghostbusters II, the 2016 remake by the same name, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and Ghostbusters Frozen Empire. The Ghostbusters movies may be scary for little ones but are a fun watch with older kids who like to be scared and tweens.

Paddington

If you’re looking for a family-friendly fall movie to appeal to multiple ages, Paddington is the one to watch. Paddington is Britian’s favorite bear in the blue jacket and yellow hat. His name comes from London’s Paddington Station, where he was found. This heartwarming movie was a huge hit and spawned a sequel, which is a must-watch, too. Then, get the family together to see Paddington in Peru when it hits movie theaters in November. You’ll find Paddington on Max.

Twitches

Another fun fall movie with a witch theme is Twitches, starring Tia and Tamera Mowry. This Disney Plus movie about twins who discover they’re witches on their 21st birthday is earmarked for ages 8 and up. Twitches is based on the popular book series by H.B. Gilmour and Randi Reisfeld.

Casper

A 90s classic brings this friendly ghost to life. Casper is available on Amazon Prime and is ideal for ages 8 and up.

Harry Potter and the Scorcher’s Stone

If your tween is starting to get into the Harry Potter books, then grab your spot on the couch to enjoy the first of the movie series this fall.

Remember the Titans

Get into that fall feeling with another classic football flick. Remember the Titans is based on a true story and stars Denzel Washington.

Fall movie classics to enjoy with teens

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If you have older kids and are looking for a way to connect, try these fall films, which are perfect picks to watch with teens.

Fall can be a super busy time with back-to-school and back-to-sports and other extracurriculars. It’s also the ideal time to kick back, curl up on the couch after a day of autumn fun, and watch a movie together. Thankfully, there is full menu of fall movies for kids the entire family can enjoy. So, if you’re looking for Halloween-themed or the zany antics of Snoopy and the gang, we’ve got your go-to list of movies to watch this autumn.

Dawn Miller
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