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52 Best Disney Halloween Movies of All Time
From spooky classics to family-friendly frights, discover the ultimate list of Disney Halloween movies that will enchant viewers of all ages.
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This curated collection features 52 Disney Halloween movies, ranging from animated favorites like 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' to live-action adventures such as 'Hocus Pocus'. Each film is selected for its seasonal spirit, offering a mix of chills, laughs, and heartwarming moments perfect for October viewing.
About this
A ranked roundup of Disney Halloween movies spanning animated shorts, Disney Channel classics and live-action spooky flicks. Each entry pairs a short plot summary with the 2018–2022 streaming era titles and older favorites. The list leans on family-friendly scares, comedy and musical picks, most of them available on Disney+.
Tips
- Disney works for all ages, offering family-friendly scares that suit kids, teens and adults.
- Many picks are available to stream on Disney+.
- The list mixes animated cartoons, 1980s scary films and Disney Channel classics.
- There's debate over whether The Nightmare Before Christmas counts as Halloween or Christmas, but it suits any time of year.
The list
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01
Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 2018
Kid-friendly movie about zombies integrating into a human high school; zombie Zed and cheerleader Allison bond.
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Werewolf By Night 2022
Monster hunters compete for a powerful relic after their leader dies, then meet a terrifying monster.
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The New Mutants 2020
Five teens with abilities are sent to an institution, where nothing is as it seems.
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04
Mickey's Tale of Two Witches 2021
Minnie and Daisy face four tests to become real witches and learn teamwork; good for kids.
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Growing Fangs 2021
Short film where Mexican-American teen Val hides her half-vampire, half-human identity.
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Can of Worms 1999
Mike Pilsbury asks aliens to take him away, then must save the world when they arrive.
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Hocus Pocus 2 2022
Sequel sees the Sanderson Sisters return 29 years after the Black Flame Candle is lit.
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The Scariest Story Ever: A Mickey Mouse Halloween Spooktacular 2017
Short where Mickey's nephews dare him to tell a scary story scarier than expected.
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09
Disenchanted 2022
Musical-comedy sequel to Enchanted; Giselle moves to the suburbs and tries magic with side effects.
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LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales 2021
Holiday special after The Rise of Skywalker; Poe, BB-8, Graballa and Dean are lured into a castle.
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Descendants 2015
Children of Disney's iconic villains get a chance at redemption or helping their parents.
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Lonesome Ghosts 1937
Short where bored ghosts prank Goofy, Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse at the Ajax Ghost Exterminators.
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Escape To Witch Mountain 1975
Orphan siblings with clairvoyant powers are lured by an evil millionaire, then escape via magic.
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The Skeleton Dance 1929
Quartet of skeletons dances to Edvard Grieg's music, with gags and animals joining in.
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Hocus Pocus 1993
Kids free the Sanderson sisters in Salem and must steal the spellbook to stop them.
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Frankenweenie 2012
Boy brings his dog Sparky back to life, causing unintended trouble for his town.
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Muppets Haunted Mansion 2021
Inspired by Disney's Haunted Mansion attraction; Gonzo spends the night with ghosts.
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The Nightmare Before Christmas 1993
Jack Skellington tires of Halloween Town and explores Christmas Town; watchable all year.
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Coco 2017
Miguel lands in the Land of the Dead with trickster Hector; Day of the Dead tie, great Nov. 1.
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The Sorcerer's Apprentice 2010
Young man interested in magic is mentored by a powerful sorcerer in an unforgettable journey.
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The Scream Team
Named in intro as a Disney Channel classic example.
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Where to watch: Disney+
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