Your Halloween Watchlist, Minus the Scares: 10 Magical Movie Picks

If you believe Halloween should be more magical than terrifying, this is the watchlist for you. Not everyone is a fan of jump scares, so we’ve curated a list of films that are light, warm, and perfect for a cozy night in.
Whether you’re with kids, friends, or flying solo, here are 10 non-scary movies to stream tonight.
Hocus Pocus (1993): The quintessential Halloween classic. Three witches, delightful chaos, and Bette Midler. It never fails.
The Addams Family (1991): Creepy, kooky, and charming. This dark comedy is perfect for those who like their Halloween weird, but not scary.
Hotel Transylvania (2012): A family-friendly animated pick. Dracula’s monster resort is full of laughs and sweet father-daughter moments.
Casper (1995): A heartwarming 90s ghost tale about friendship, grief, and acceptance.
Home Alone (1990): Bring in some early Christmas cheer! It’s not scary, but Kevin’s booby traps are hilarious.
The Twilight Saga (2008): One for the “girly pops.” Cozy up with Edward Cullen for a nostalgic, romantic Halloween.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011): A great family watch for a cold night in, especially with teens.
Beetlejuice (1998): Tim Burton’s macabre and hilarious classic, featuring an iconic Michael Keaton performance.
Coraline (2009): A visually stunning, darker, stop-motion fairy tale from Tim Burton that celebrates bravery.
Goosebumps (2015): A “canon event” for millennials and Gen X, bringing R.L. Stine’s beloved books to life.