‘Hocus Pocus,’ ‘Halloweentown,’ and More Nostalgic Halloween Movies on Disney Plus
September 24, 2024
It’s officially the time of year to watch all of your favorite Halloween movies with the entire family. From remakes of your favorite spooky movies, like Haunted Mansion (2023), to classic Disney Hallowen movies, like Hocus Pocus (1993), you can stream your favorite Halloween flicks on Hulu and Disney+ with the Disney+ Add-on.
Halloween Movies on Disney+
Hocus pocus and all that, Hulu and Disney+ are where it’s at!
We don’t have to cast a spell to get you excited about all of the great Halloween movies streaming this season — we’ll just show you. Bring on all the spooky vibes and nostalgic feelings with these Halloween movies on Disney+.
Goosebumps
OK — so it’s not a movie, but we can’t talk about Halloween without mentioning this spooky series on Disney+. Inspired by R.L. Stine’s classic series of thriller mystery books for kids, this revamped Goosebumps series is sure to captivate both new audiences and those who grew up with the beloved series.
Watch: Goosebumps
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The Haunted Mansion (2003)
Realtor Jim Evers (Eddie Murphy) brings his wife and kids along for the ride when he’s asked to list a mysterious mansion, Gracey Manor. Little did he know, the entire family was being summoned to break an evil curse.
Watch: The Haunted Mansion*
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Haunted Mansion (2023)
Are you brave enough to enter the Haunted Mansion? Follow a mom and her family as they uncover the dark secrets lurking within the walls of their new family home.
This 2023 remake of the classic Disney Halloween movie has a star-studded cast, including Danny DeVito, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jared Leto, Owen Wilson, Tiffany Haddish, Rosario Dawson, and LaKeith Stanfield.
Watch: Haunted Mansion*
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Hocus Pocus (1993)
One of the most popular Halloween movies of all time, Disney’s Hocus Pocus follows the Sanderson sisters — Winifred (Bette Midler), Mary (Kathy Najimy), and Sarah (Sarah Jessica Parker). The sisters were last seen in 17th–century Salem, but then they’re accidentally conjured back to life by a group of unsuspecting teenagers centuries later.
Make it a Halloween movie marathon by streaming Hocus Pocus 2* (2022) right after!
Watch: Hocus Pocus*
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Halloweentown (1998)
The Disney Channel original movie, Halloweentown, follows the adventures of a 13-year-old half-witch/half-mortal named Marnie (Kimberly J. Brown) and her siblings as they accompany their estranged grandmother (Debbie Reynolds) to the magical land of Halloweentown. It’s a whimsical realm where witches, vampires, goblins, and other creepy creatures lead seemingly normal lives.
Feeling nostalgic for Halloweentown? There’s plenty more where that came from! With Disney+, you’ll also have streaming access to Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge (2001), Halloweentown High (2004), and Return to Halloweentown (2006).
Watch: Halloweentown*
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The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Whether you think of The Nightmare Before Christmas as a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie, you can’t deny this Tim Burton classic is perfect for ringing in the final months of the year.
In this spooky animated movie, Jack Skellington (the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town) stumbles upon Christmas Town and becomes entranced. So much so, he tries to spread Christmas cheer among the skeptics back home. Can Jack get Christmas to catch on in Halloween Town?
Watch: The Nightmare Before Christmas*
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Edward Scissorhands (1990)
Edward Scissorhands is a timeless and darkly whimsical film that tells the story of Edward (Johnny Depp), a gentle soul cursed with scissors for hands. Because of his situation, Edward has lived in isolation his entire life. That is until he’s discovered by Peg (Dianne Wiest), a kind-hearted saleswoman who can see through Edward’s off-putting exterior.
The film explores themes of love, acceptance, and the clash between individuality and societal norms through Tim Burton’s signature blend of fantasy and gothic elements.
Watch: Edward Scissorhands*
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Phantom of the Megaplex (2000)
Being a kid in the 2000s means nothing feels like Halloween more than a classic Disney Channel Original Movie (DCOM) — enter: Phantom of the Megaplex. Let’s jog your memory.
Loosely based on The Phantom of the Opera, this DCOM follows high schooler Pete Riley (Taylor Handley) when he notices weird things happening at the megaplex movie theater where he works. Pete must figure out what’s behind these mysterious mishaps before the theater’s “Midnight Mayhem” premiere.
Watch: Phantom of the Megaplex*
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Mom’s Got a Date With a Vampire (2000)
Speaking of DCOMs, do you remember Mom’s Got a Date With a Vampire, starring Caroline Rhea from Sabrina the Teenage Witch (also streaming now on Hulu by the way)? Follow along as the Henson siblings set their mom up on a date just to get her out of the house so they can sneak out. Everything goes according to plan, until they realize they set their mom up with a vampire.
Watch: Mom’s Got a Date With a Vampire*
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The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949)
The Wind in the Willows and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow come together in this 1949 animated Disney special. Narrated by legends Bing Crosby and Basil Rathbone, this family-friendly movie is perfect to watch together this Halloween.
Watch: The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad*
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The Scream Team (2002)
After the death of their grandfather, Ian and Claire Carlyle move to his hometown of Steeple Falls. The siblings quickly learn that this small town takes their Halloween traditions very seriously, and for good reason — it’s haunted! Follow Ian and Claire as they befriend a series of ghosts to help their grandpa’s spirit from beyond the grave.
Watch: The Scream Team*
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The Ghosts of Buxley Hall (1980)
The Ghosts of Buxley Hall is a movie from 1980 about a 100-year-old military academy (Buxley Hall) that’s on the brink of financial disaster. A young cadet sets out to save the institution with the help of a few friendly ghosts.
Watch: The Ghosts of Buxley Hall*
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Under Wraps (2021)
Three tweens accidentally revive a 3,000-year–old mummy they discover in their neighbor’s basement. Now, they must find a way to get him to his final resting place before midnight on Halloween — without causing a scene.
Keep movie night going by streaming Under Wraps 2 (2022) after.
Watch: Under Wraps*
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Muppets Haunted Mansion (2021)
You know them, you love them — it’s The Muppets! Get into the Halloween spirit with Muppets Haunted Mansion as Gonzo and Pepe attempt to make it one night in a haunted mansion without chickening out.
Watch: Muppets Haunted Mansion*
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The Scariest Story Ever: A Mickey Mouse Halloween Spectacular! (2017)
Do you have a spooky story to tell? When Mickey’s nephews ask him to tell the scariest story he knows, he realizes all of his favorite stories are either silly, fun, or happy. Mickey digs deep and surprises himself when he’s able to recite a seriously scary tale that leaves the young kids unable to sleep.
Watch: The Scariest Story Ever: A Mickey Mouse Halloween Spectacular!*
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Twitches (2005)
Twin witches (aka Twitches), Alex and Cameron, are reunited on their 21st birthdays when they discover their magic powers double in strength whenever they work together. Tia and Tamera Mowry star in this nostalgic early–2000s Disney Channel Original movie.
Once you finish Twitches, don’t forget to press play on Twitches Two (2007).*
Watch: Twitches*
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Don’t Look Under the Bed (1999)
Frances is a booksmart teenager who doesn’t believe in the paranormal. When strange things start happening in her neighborhood, Frances gets framed as a local prankster — even though she has no idea what’s going on.
Much to her surprise, Frances discovers it’s none other than the Boogeyman wreaking havoc on the town. Can brainpower and logic help Frances save her family and friends before it’s too late?
Watch: Don’t Look Under the Bed*
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Frankenweenie (1984)
When young Victor Frankenstein’s beloved dog, Sparky, dies in an accident, he uses his passion for science and classic horror films to bring Sparky back to life — kind of. This heartfelt and quirky short film blends classic Tim Burton gothic charm with a touching story of love and loss.
For a full-length reimagining of this classic tale, check out Disney’s animated version of Frankenweenie* (2012) also streaming on Disney+.
Watch: Frankenweenie*
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James and the Giant Peach (1996)
Based on the book by Roald Dahl, James and the Giant Peach is an animated tale about an orphaned boy and his insect friends as they board their giant peach and embark on a journey across the Atlantic Ocean. Though it’s not a traditional Halloween movie, James and the Giant Peach features elements of whimsy and Tim Burton-style animation, making it a great option for keeping your spooky season haunts family-friendly.
Watch: James and the Giant Peach*
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Trick or Treat (1952)
There’s nothing more nostalgic around the holidays than the charm of Disney’s early animations, and the 1952 short film Trick or Treat will give you all the warm and cozy Halloween feelings. Follow along as Donald Duck and his nephews Huey, Dewey, and Louie go on a trick-or-treating adventure full of pranks, humor, and festive music.
Watch: Trick or Treat*
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Looking for more spooky flicks to binge this season? Discover the best Halloween movies on Hulu.
