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Scary shows for kids to binge this Halloween

Looking for a scream this Halloween? Stream these scary shows

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When that fall chill is in the air and those creepy Halloween decorations start coming out of storage, you know it’s the perfect time to start binging scary shows for kids. Who doesn’t love a fright, especially during October? Well, not everyone enjoys a good scare, but there are plenty who love the horror genre.

So, if you and your family get a kick out of having the hairs on the back of your neck stand up or sleeping with the lights on, then tune into these top horror series for kids this Halloween season. There’s a little something for everyone who likes to get a scare on.

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There really isn’t a better time of the year to stream scary stories than Halloween. So, grab the cozy blankets, make some popcorn, and get into the spirit of the season with these must-watch scary series. Be forewarned though, closets and underneath beds may need to be checked before lights out.

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018)

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
tv-14
2 Seasons
Genre
Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
Stars
Kiernan Shipka, Ross Lynch, Lucy Davis
Created by
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Watch on netflix
Sabrina the Teenage Witch was a 90s smash starring Melissa Joan Hart. This Netflix version isn’t exactly a reboot and it’s definitely not the sweet show you may remember from your childhood. The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is just that, chilling. This version is exceptionally dark and only recommended for older teens. The rating is TV-14 because while the series is captivating, it is disturbing with scenes that stick with you long after the lights are turned off.

Scream: The TV Series (2015)

Scream: The TV Series
tv-14
3 Seasons
Genre
Drama, Crime, Mystery
Stars
RJ Cyler, Jessica Sula, Keke Palmer
Created by
Jill E. Blotevogel, Jay Beattie, Dan Dworkin
Watch on amazon prime video
This popular movie franchise also spawned a series that ran on MTV for two seasons and on VH1 for one. The series focuses on a group of teens being stalked by you guessed it, a serial killer. It’s creepy and frightening, so it’s not for younger children or older ones who scare easily. Scream the TV Series is super fun to watch with teens who enjoy horror as much as you do.

Goosebumps (1995)

Goosebumps
tv-pg
4 Seasons
Genre
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Kids, Comedy
Created by
R.L. Stine
Watch on netflix
If you’re looking for a spooky series that’s a bit less intense, watch the Goosebumps series. R.L. Stine’s books are classics, and this series keeps the heart of the beloved kids’ books intact. This is a scary series the whole family can watch together. Disney+ released a reboot in 2023 that is a great watch with teens.

Wednesday (2022)

Wednesday
tv-14
2 Seasons
Genre
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery, Comedy
Stars
Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday
Created by
Miles Millar, Alfred Gough
Watch on netflix
For fans of the Adams Family, Netflix’s Wednesday brings together a juicy mystery and lots of creepiness. This series was huge with tweens and teens when it was released in 2022. It’s still a fun watch, especially in the weeks leading up to Halloween. Season two is expected to drop at some point in 2025, which means now is the perfect time to watch or rewatch.

Scaredy Cats (2021)

Scaredy Cats
tv-g
1 Season
Genre
Family, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy, Kids
Stars
Sophia Reid-Gantzert, Ava Augustin, Daphne Hoskins
Created by
Anna McRoberts
Watch on netflix
Another fun and much less intense scary series that’s perfect for kids of all ages is Netflix’s Scaredy Cats. There’s magic, talking kitties, witches, and of course a battle between good and evil.

More scary series

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If you’re looking for more chilling and thrilling series to steam this Halloween, we’ve got some more watch-from-under-the-blanket scares that are perfect to watch with older kids and teens.

Streaming series together during the holidays is a great way to spend some family time. If December is earmarked for the Hallmark Channel, then Halloween is the ideal time to stream scary series. Now, not all kids, or adults for that matter, love to watch scary series, but lots do. If your family enjoys a good thriller, then October is the perfect pick to stream scary series for kids. We have some that are ideal for kids of all ages and some that are just for older kids or teens. So, this Halloween season, get your scare on with these must-watch horror series that may make you afraid of the dark again.

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