Halloween movies that aren't scary

23 Halloween Movies for Anyone Who Doesn't Like (Too) Scary Movies

October 31, 2024

Do you, like me, love the Halloween atmosphere, but aren't a fan of horror movies? I GET YOU! That's why I've compiled this list especially for you: Halloween movies that aren't scary! Or at least, not too scary compared to your average horror film. So after watching these Halloween movies, you can sleep soundly—even if you live alone. Pinky promise!

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The best Halloween movies for anyone who doesn't like horror

When I started searching for Halloween movies that aren't scary, I came across so many great tips that I immediately made a list for you. You probably remember some of these movies from your childhood! And you can also watch some of the movies on this list with the kids, although I've also made a separate list for that, with only kid-friendly Halloween cartoonsSo let your horror movie fan friends have a good scare on a Halloween party, while you're cozy on the couch with these Halloween movies.

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Halloween movies that aren't scary

23 Halloween Movies That Aren't Scary (Or Not Too Scary!)

Grab the popcorn! This list of Halloween movies will give you days of binge-watching fun.

Curse of Bridge Hollow (2022)

A Halloween film you'll dare to watch. In Curse of Bridge Hollow, a teenager moves with her down-to-earth father to a town obsessed with Halloween. Everything seems innocent until the decorations come to life. What follows is a comical adventure full of spooky vibes, without expecting any nightmares. 
(IMDB: 5.6/10) Watch the trailer here:

Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)

The movie I've been most looking forward to around Halloween! A part 2 of my favorite Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus! Set 29 years after the events of Hocus Pocus part 1, three teenagers named Becca, Cassie, and Izzy accidentally bring the Sandorson sisters back to life using a black candle. The wicked witches are also played in part 2 by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy. Once back in the land of the living, The sisters feed on young women to regain their youth. Now back in Salem, they have only one goal: revenge. The three girls face the challenge of stopping the witches before the clock strikes midnight on Halloween night.

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Hocus Pocus (1993)

My all-time favorite Halloween movie! Hocus Pocus is a true classic about three witches who want to become immortal. Their plan fails, and the witches are sentenced to death. However, a curse from their spellbook brings them back to Earth after 300 years—on Halloween—to try again.
 (IMDb rating: 6,9) Watch the trailer here:

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The Addams Family (1991)

The Addams Family: who doesn't know this eccentric family? In the film, a missing uncle suddenly shows up. Is he really an uncle, or does he have another reason for his visit? (IMDb rating: 6,9) Watch the trailer here:

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Edward Siccorhands (1990)

A classic for anyone born in the '80s! This film tells the story of a designer (Johnny Depp) who dies before finishing a job, leaving him with scissors instead of hands. A woman finds Edward in his old mansion and decides to take him home to her own family. (IMDb rating: 7,9) Watch the trailer here:

ForNorman (2012)

In this animated film, a town is threatened by zombies and other horrific creatures. Only a young boy named Norman (who can speak with the dead) can save the town. Will he succeed? And above all, will Norman be able to convince the backward adults that he's right? (IMDb rating: 7,0) You can watch the trailer here:

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The Haunted Mansion (2003)

The Haunted Mansion tells the story of a real estate agent (Eddy Murphy) who goes on vacation with his family. Before they leave, he stops by a house. Unfortunately, a ghost inhabits the house and throws the family's plans into disarray. (IMDb rating: 5,1) Watch the trailer here:

Halloween Town (1998)

A lesser-known Halloween film, so chances are you haven't seen it yet. Halloweentown is about a family whose grandmother tells them they're all witches. It turns out everyone has magical powers. (IMDb rating: 6,7) Watch the trailer here:

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Hubie Halloween (2020)

I wasn't familiar with this one myself, so I'll be watching it in the coming weeks! Hubie Halloween is a rather unpopular villager obsessed with Halloween. When real monsters invade the village during the holidays, Hubie decides to take on the challenge. Hubie Halloween is a fun Halloween film for the whole family. (IMDb rating: 5,2) Watch the trailer here:

Coco (2017)

This movie is so much fun! Coco is about a Mexican boy who discovers an ancient mystery and finds himself in the world of the dead. There, he reconnects with his great-grandparents and learns that we are always connected. This Halloween film will bring both smiles and tears. (IMDb rating: 8,4) Watch the trailer here:

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Beetle Juice (1988)

This film is about a married couple who die in a car accident. When new people move into their house, they try to scare them away by creating a haunting. Unfortunately, they're not very successful, so they enlist the help of Beetle Juice (a ghost who can transform into a monster). (IMDb rating: 7,5) Watch the trailer here:

Goose bumps (2015)

Goosebumps is about a boy who moves to the countryside. There, he meets a beautiful girl next door and her strange father, a writer of books. Trouble begins when the boy discovers that the monsters in the books are real and accidentally releases them. (IMDb rating: 6,3) You can watch the trailer here:

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Caspers (1995)

Pure nostalgia for this Halloween movie that isn't scary! Casper is a lonely ghost looking for friends. Unfortunately, he always scares the hell out of everyone. When a girl moves into Casper's house with her father (who is a ghost hunter), things change. (IMDb rating: 6,1) Watch the trailer here:

The Babysitter (2017)

The film is about a boy madly in love with his babysitter. One night, he decides to stay awake so he can spy on her. This turns out to be a night full of strange discoveries. Good to know: this Halloween film is slightly less suitable for young children. (IMDb rating: 6,3) Watch the trailer here:

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Zombie Land (2009)

In Zombieland, the world has been taken over by zombies. Four survivors decide to join forces and fight. Will their fight be successful, or would it be better to surrender to the zombies? (IMDb rating: 7,6) Watch the trailer here:

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Little Evil (2017)

Gary marries his dream woman, Samantha. However, Samantha already has a son who terrifies Gary. Gary even thinks the little boy is a demon. (IMDb rating: 5,7) Watch the trailer here:

Dreamworks: Ghost Stories (2015)

These three short Halloween stories are about Shrek and his friends. They try to scare each other with scary stories, Shrek celebrates Halloween in his own "ogre" way, and Shrek and Donkey must rescue Fiona from a ghost. You can watch the stories on Netflix.

Get Out (2017)

Not exactly a Halloween movie, but certainly exciting. A couple in love meets each other's families. However, doubts arise when the boy's in-laws react somewhat strangely. (IMDb rating: 7,7) You can watch the trailer here:

Corpse Bride (2005)

This animated film tells the story of a young man practicing his wedding vows. To his horror, the Corpse Bride suddenly appears from the land of the dead, claiming to be married to him. Can the boy return to the land of the living to marry his true love after all? (IMDb rating: 7,3) You can watch the trailer here:

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Hotel Transylvania (2018)

Dracula runs a luxurious hotel specifically for monsters and other scary creatures. At the same time, he's trying to raise his teenage daughter. When he throws her a birthday party, everything threatens to spiral out of control. This Halloween film is definitely not scary and suitable for the whole family! (IMDb rating: 7,1) Watch the trailer here:

All Hallow's Eve (2013)

After a night of trick-or-treating, a boy finds some old videotapes in his candy bag. He decides to watch them with his babysitter. But is this such a good idea? (IMDb rating: 5,1) Watch the trailer here:

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The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow (1999)

This Halloween film tells the story of a sleepy village with a legend: the Headless Horseman. When two men each try to win the heart of the same woman, one decides to dress up as the Horseman to chase the other away. It sounds funny, until the real Headless Horseman shows up.
(IMDb score: 5,0)

Ghostbusters (2016)

This film is so wonderfully feel-good that it definitely belongs on this list of Halloween movies that aren't scary. In Ghostbusters, a unique trio decides to start a company specializing in eliminating paranormal apparitions.
(IMDb rating: 6,5) You can watch the trailer below!

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